Senior Civil/Highway Engineer

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in New York is seeking a Senior Civil/Highway Engineer to lead design and technical tasks on highway and civil projects. The role requires strong leadership, communication skills, and extensive experience in roadway engineering design. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and represent the firm at industry seminars while ensuring project delivery on scope, schedule, and budget.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years in roadway engineering design.
• 15+ years of highway and civil engineering experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and technical tasks for highway and civil projects.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and regulatory agencies.
• Perform quality checks and mentor junior staff.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Education

PE license

Tools

Microstation

InRoads

Openroads

Civil 3D

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

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Primary Responsibilities

HDR NY/NJ Transportation Business Group is seeking a Senior Civil/Highway Engineer to work on Design-Bid-Build and Design-Build Projects. The key duties include developing design criteria, plans, calculations, cost estimates, and specifications for highway and civil projects. The engineer will lead or collaborate with teams on analysis, design, and calculations, and should be a team player capable of leading and growing the NY/NJ Civil/Highway Section's technical performance. Familiarity with local and national codes, standards, and project management experience are required.

In this role, you will:

• Lead design and technical tasks for highway and civil projects, including roadway design, hydraulic analysis, stormwater management, utility design, and permitting.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and regulatory agencies.
• Interact with clients to deliver projects on scope, schedule, and budget.
• Perform quality checks and mentor junior staff.
• Represent HDR at industry seminars and support business development efforts.

Preferred Qualifications

• PE license in NY and/or NJ.
• 15+ years of highway and civil engineering experience.
• Proficiency with Microstation, InRoads, Openroads, and Civil 3D.
• Experience with NYSDOT, NYSTA, NYCDOT, NYCDDC, or PANYNJ preferred.
• Leadership experience in design teams.

Required Qualifications

• At least 10 years in roadway engineering design.
• PE license.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Experience with urban and rural highway projects, including interchanges and traffic management.

Our Values and Commitment

HDR values diversity and inclusion, fostering a culture where everyone feels valued and empowered. Our Employee Network Groups support a sense of belonging and encourage active participation across all levels.