Roadway Project Engineer

Benesch; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

Retirement contribution

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Benesch is seeking a Roadway Project Engineer to join their Civil Roadway team. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 4 years of experience in civil transportation design, alongside a B.S. in Civil Engineering and a license to practice in Pennsylvania. The role encompasses managing project teams and mentoring junior staff while collaborating with clients and stakeholders.

This hybrid position offers a dynamic work environment across various Pennsylvania offices, with a focus on professional development and mentorship.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of civil transportation design experience.
• Licensed PE in PA or near obtaining licensure.
• Experience with public agencies and municipalities.

Responsibilities

• Create and execute project work plans.
• Manage project teams and oversee budgets.
• Mentor junior staff.

Skills

Civil transportation design

Communication skills

Organizational skills

CADD software proficiency

Education

B.S. Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

CADD

Job description

Roadway Project Engineer

We have an exciting career opportunity for a Project Engineer with our Civil Roadway team. The ideal candidate has experience with civil transportation design and comprehensive knowledge of roadway projects and developing plans in accordance with local DOT standards.

Location

This position will be a hybrid position in any of our Pennsylvania offices including Allentown, King of Prussia, Pittsburgh, Pottsville, or Wilkes-Barre.

The Impact You Will Have

• Create and execute project work plans
• Manage project teams, accountable for budget and schedule
• Mentor junior staff
• Contribute to Division strategic growth initiatives and collaborate on regional growth strategy
• Interacting with clients, agencies, and other project stakeholders, including the DOT
• Represent Benesch at industry and professional engagement events
• Ability to identify opportunities and lead strategic project pursuits

What We Are Looking For

• A minimum of 4 years of diverse and progressive civil transportation design experience
• Licensed PE in the state of PA or planning to obtain licensure in the near future
• B.S. Degree in Civil Engineering
• Experience working with public agencies, private entities and/or municipalities
• Progressive experience with developing plans, specifications, and submissions per DOT standards and requirements
• Excellent communication and client relation skills
• Strong organizational skills with a track record for adhering to design budgets and schedules
• Advanced use of CADD and assurance of compliance with project CADD standards
• Ability to work independently and develop task deliverables in a complete and reviewable manner

Why Benesch

• Career growth that’s real with leadership development, training, and clear paths forward
• Strong financial future with up to 9% retirement contribution for benefit‑eligible employees
• Flexibility that works with schedules that support your life
• Time to recharge with generous paid time off and parental leave for benefit‑eligible employees
• Support beyond work through mentorship, hands‑on experience, and opportunities to make an impact from day one

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