Roadway Project Engineer

Volkert Inc.; Hattiesburg (MS); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Medical, Dental, & Vision

401(k) with employer matching

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employer‑Paid Life/AD&D insurance

Wellness incentives

Job summary

Volkert Inc. is seeking an experienced Roadway Project Engineer to support our Gulf Region in Mississippi and/or Tennessee. This role involves design, project management, and teamwork on transportation and civil design projects.

The ideal candidate will have a BS in Civil Engineering, 3-6 years of roadway design experience, and proficiency in OpenRoads Designer. Key benefits include ESOP, medical coverage, retirement savings plan, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Must have 3-6 years relevant experience in roadway design.
• EIT is required.
• Proficient with OpenRoads Designer.

Responsibilities

• Calculating plans quantities and engineering estimates.
• Leading project designs and directing team members.
• Preparing reports, specifications, and designs for projects.

Skills

Roadway design

DOT standards

OpenRoads Designer

Project management

Team collaboration

Education

BS in Civil Engineering

Job description

We are currently searching for an experienced Roadway Project Engineer to support our Gulf Region located in Mississippi and/or Tennessee.

To be considered for this position, applicants must have, at minimum, 3 years relevant experience in roadway design.

Candidates should be based in or open to relocating to Mississippi or Tennessee.

What you'll be doing:

• Familiarity with calculating plans quantities and engineering estimates, developing construction specifications, and coordinating with subconsultants.
• Leading or assisting in the development of project designs and directing EIs and designers to successfully execute and deliver project work, while implementing client focused strategies.
• Applying established and well-defined engineering techniques, procedures, policies or standards.
• Prepares and modifies reports, specifications, plans, construction schedules, and designs for projects.
• Aspires to work in a team environment and is willing to participate in business development efforts and meetings with clients. Work as part of a team delivering a range of transportation and civil design projects.
• Participates in ongoing development, communication and implementation of team concepts, programs and policies. Coordinates work to ensure best practices with all team members.
• Attends appropriate team meetings.
• Work on detailed engineering assignments including calculations and relatively standard work activities.
• Adjusts and correlates data, recognizes discrepancies in results.
• Identify and analyze problems using reasoning to arrive at conclusions.
• Apply standard practices and techniques to accomplish work assignments.
• Understands and adheres to assigned phase and task schedules and budgets to ensure timely and cost-effective completion of project.
• Adheres to company standards for quality assurance and quality control as defined in the quality manual.

What you need to have:

• BS in Civil Engineering from an accredited four‑year college or university.
• 3‑6 years relevant experience in roadway design.
• Must have proven skills in meeting DOT expectations, schedules and budgets.
• EIT is required.
• Experienced in DOT design methods, plan preparation, standards, and specifications.
• Proficient with OpenRoads Designer.
• Ability to pass a pre‑employment drug screening to ensure a safe and productive work environment. (Federal guidelines may include testing for substances such as marijuana.)
• Valid driver's license and a satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR).

Bonus points if you have:

• PE is preferred.
• Experience working with state Departments of Transportation (DOTs).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Key Benefits:

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Medical, Dental, & Vision
• 401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matching
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
• Employer‑Paid Life/AD&D insurance
• Employer‑Paid short‑term disability and long‑term disability
• Wellness incentives
• Student Debt Retirement Match
• Additional voluntary benefits

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