Roads works Engineering Lead

Bechtel Global Corporation; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Robust benefits package

Job summary

Bechtel Global Corporation is searching for a Roadworks Engineering Lead Engineer in Reston, Virginia. This role focuses on civil and roadway engineering for complex EPC projects, requiring strong collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and design consultants.

Ideal candidates should possess a BS or Master's in Civil Engineering and at least 15 years of overall experience, with a minimum of 10 years on roadway/highway projects. Proficiency with civil design tools and professional engineer certification is essential.

Qualifications

• University/College graduate with BS (or Master's) in Civil Engineering.
• 15 years overall experience with minimum 10 years on roadway/highway projects.
• Professional Engineer (PE) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Lead civil and roadway engineering design and review for SRP road works.
• Ensure compliance with ADOT Roadway Design Guidelines.
• Support design maturity planning and deliverables aligned with design stage gateways.
• Coordinate with geotechnical, drainage, and construction disciplines.
• Identify and manage design risks and permitting constraints.

Skills

Analytical and problem-solving capability

Working knowledge of ADOT standards

Roadway geometry expertise

Pavements and drainage

Traffic control knowledge

Communication skills

AutoCAD proficiency

Flexible and adaptable

Education

BS or Master's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

MicroStation

Job description

Requisition ID: 295548

Relocation Authorized: National - Family

Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project

Work Location: Various Work Locations USA

Project Overview

We are building high performing teams to deliver complex EPC heavy civil projects, looking for motivated, hands‑on, collaborative innovators, doers, and problem solvers. The projects are hydro‑power generation projects with scopes including roadway development, significant structures such as dams, spillways, tunnel waterways, inlet/outlet structures, hydromechanical equipment, mechanical and electrical systems, and site facilities and buildings. This is an opportunity to be part of history‑making projects.

Job Summary

The Roadworks Engineering Lead Engineer is responsible for independently executing and technically leading civil and roadway engineering activities for the SRP Roadworks scope. This role covers planning, design development, technical review, and integration of road infrastructure in accordance with ADOT standards, SRP requirements, and applicable federal, state, and local codes. The role requires sound professional judgment, close coordination with multidisciplinary teams, and active engagement with design consultants, construction teams, SRP, ADOT, and other stakeholders to ensure safe, constructible, and compliant roadway designs. Collaboration with the JV partner, design consultant, and the owner is essential. The engineer will work with the team to establish regular meetings with design consultants and other external stakeholders and reporting cycles for managing, coordinating, and assuring the design.

Major Responsibilities

• Lead and/or perform civil and roadway engineering design and review for SRP road works, including permanent and temporary access roads, internal site roads, construction haul roads, laydown areas, interfaces and tie‑ins with existing public roads, intersections, driveways, traffic control features, roadside drainage, culverts, ditches, and stormwater systems, and flexible and rigid pavement design.
• Work with the Design Subcontractor and discharge responsibilities as set out in the Management of Third‑Party Engineering, 10G‑M41‑00013.
• Review and approve horizontal and vertical alignments, typical sections and cross‑sections, pavement design calculations, drainage reports and hydrology/hydraulics inputs, and technical specifications and quantities.
• Ensure compliance with ADOT Roadway Design Guidelines, Standard Drawings, Specifications, AASHTO (Green Book), relevant AASHTO pavement & drainage standards, SRP technical requirements, and local authority guidelines.
• Support design maturity planning and deliverables aligned with EDD / design stage gateways.
• Review drawings and models prior to issue to ensure technical accuracy, constructability, safety, and interface alignment.
• Coordinate with geotechnical, drainage, traffic, utilities, and construction disciplines to ensure designs reflect ground conditions, hydraulic requirements, traffic management needs, and construction staging constraints.
• Identify and manage design risks, utility conflicts, constructability issues, and permitting constraints early in the design process.
• Support permitting and approvals with ADOT, SRP, and other authorities having jurisdiction, including response to comments and technical clarifications.
• Provide construction support, including responses to RFIs, evaluation of nonconformances, review of contractor submittals, and field‑driven design clarifications.
• Participate in constructability reviews, safety‑in‑design workshops, risk reviews, and value engineering exercises.
• Apply Bechtel's Engineering Quality Management System, checking protocols, and design verification requirements.
• Ensure compliance with ES&H requirements, including roadway safety, traffic control, work zone safety, and environmental protection measures.
• Coordinate and manage design consultants' civil/roadway deliverables, including schedules, reports, risks, and issues, and provide feedback to the project engineering manager.
• Chair discipline‑specific meetings and manage action tracking.
• Represent the project/client in technical meetings with ADOT, SRP, and other stakeholders.

Education and Experience Requirements

• University/College graduate with BS (or Master's degree) in Civil Engineering or equivalent from a recognized Institute with an overall experience of 15 years.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive experience on roadway/highway infrastructure projects.

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving capability.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of ADOT standards and AASHTO requirements.
• Strong expertise in roadway geometry, pavements, drainage, and traffic control.
• Professional Engineer (PE) required – U.S. public agency experience strongly desirable.
• Proficiency with civil design and review tools (e.g., AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation).
• Able to communicate technical information in writing and orally; able to interrelate effectively with individuals and teams and have presentation skills.
• Able to work within a multi‑disciplinary, multi‑cultural team and manage challenging multi‑cultural relationships across a range of entities.
• Flexible and able to adapt to working in a demanding environment, including traveling and working remotely if / when required.
• Familiarity with EPC execution, engineering workflows, and document control systems.
• Exposure to lenders' technical advisor or independent engineers.
• Ability to work independently, take ownership of assigned scope, and meet schedule commitments.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, including preparation of technical narratives and reports.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to interface effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Commitment to quality, safety, and ethical engineering practice.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e‑mail their request to [e-mail].