Project Engineer - Highways Roads

GHD; Roseville (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

GHD seeks a motivated Project Engineer - Highways & Roads to support its practice throughout California. This role involves leading design delivery for transportation projects, managing client relationships, and working within a dynamic team to promote effective project execution.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in transportation and municipal engineering.
• Strong background in planning & design; construction experience a plus.
• Registered Civil Engineer in California or ability to obtain within 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Support and lead the production of engineering designs and specifications.
• Assist project managers in developing and managing project scopes and schedules.
• Participate in client relationship management and project planning.

Skills

Communication

Time Management

Project Management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Microstation

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Job Description

Bring your curiosity and determination to make a positive impact on the future of transport, and we’ll help you go all the way.

Join our team of globally connected specialists to help solve complex transport challenges and experience groundbreaking projects from idea to delivery, and beyond.

Job Description

Bring your curiosity and determination to make a positive impact on the future of transport, and we’ll help you go all the way.

Join our team of globally connected specialists to help solve complex transport challenges and experience groundbreaking projects from idea to delivery, and beyond.

Our pledge to you. Join GHD.

Who are we looking for?

The US West Region is looking for a motivated Project Engineer - Highways & Roads to support GHD’s established Highways and Roads practice throughout the California and the US West. We are seeking a Project Engineer with the skills to help take our practice to the next level in the delivery of highways, interchanges, local roads, roundabouts, trails / active transportation, bridges, and other enriching and vital improvements. This position will be based out of any of our California offices, but will be networked through our offices across the West Region with a focus on our offices in California.

Bring your curiosity and passion to the technical challenges we solve at GHD. Then see how everyone gets behind you.

With commitment, there’s no idea too big, no dream too far. We strive to create opportunity for all. Giving you leading training and development programmes to accelerate your growth.

Come and see where your career can take you and the impact your commitment can make.

Let's solve the big problems together.

Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in:

• Design Delivery: Support and lead the production of complex engineering designs, drawings, details, and specifications for various engineering projects, with a focus on transportation systems, such as highways, roadways, and more.
• Project Scope and Schedule Support: Assisting project managers and design managers in developing and managing project scopes, schedules, budgets, and quality plans. Your expertise will contribute to effective project planning and execution.
• Team Work: Leading a cohesive team, including subconsultants, to achieve project objectives, promoting collaboration, and creating a positive work environment.
• Client Relationship Management: Actively participating in client relationship management, attending client meetings as needed.
  
  

What you will bring to the team:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Registered Civil Engineer in the State of California desired, or ability to obtain within 12 months.
• 4+ years of experience with solid technical knowledge and skills across the transportation & municipal engineering, including a strong background in planning & design; construction experience a plus.
• Strong understanding of PS&E package development across multiple software design platforms – strong prior experience with both AutoCAD Civil 3D, and Microstation desired.
• A self-starter with excellent communication and time management skills.
• Knowledge of Caltrans and AASHTO guidelines and standards.
• Experience with local agency, state and federally funded transportation projects including projects delivered in partnership with Caltrans through their oversight process.
• Demonstrated ability to direct and delegate work assignments to others, ensuring efficient project execution, efficient delivery and schedule adherence.
• Capability to provide mentorship to staff within a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team environment and knowledge with staff and peers.
• Ability to support development of project/client proposals and participate in interviews as needed.
  
  

Salary Range: $120,000-$190,000 based on experience and location

As a multicultural organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status or veteran status.

About Us

Take on some of the world’s toughest challenges - with GHD supporting you every step of the way.

We'll give you control over your career, empower you to find innovative solutions and help you create a lasting impact.

See where your commitment could take you with GHD.

Our Pledge to You

At GHD, we don’t just believe in the power of commitment, we live and breathe it every day.

That’s why we pledge to empower our people to make a positive impact. Combining our deep technical expertise with the capabilities of our clients and partners, we respond to some of the most complex challenges facing our planet today.

See where your commitment could take you.

That’s the #PowerOfCommitment

Who We Are

GHD is a global professional services company that leads through engineering, architecture, and construction expertise. We are an employee-owned company with over 11,000 diverse and skilled individuals, across more than 200 offices spanning five continents.

The Power of Commitment is our brand promise. It’s what makes us different. We are bound to our stated vision and determination to address humanity’s most urgent needs: to make water, energy and urbanisation sustainable for generations to come.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  Civil Engineering, Industrial Machinery Manufacturing, and Environmental Services

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