Senior Civil Project Engineer - Transportation

Volkert; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Civil Project Engineer to lead transportation projects in Texas. This role involves overseeing geometric design, preparing essential documentation, and ensuring compliance with DOT standards. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and communication skills, with a proven track record in project management and design methods. Join a team that values innovation and sustainability while enjoying a flexible work-life balance and comprehensive benefits. If you are ready to make a significant impact in the field of civil engineering, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Flexibility and work/life balance

Challenging projects

Employee referral program

Professional development

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

401(k) with employer matching

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical, Dental, & Vision

Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of relevant experience, including 5 years at the Project Manager level.
• PE license required and experience with DOT projects.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee geometric design projects for transportation.
• Prepare reports, specifications, and designs while ensuring compliance.

Skills

Project Management

Communication Skills

Leadership

Problem Solving

Interpersonal Skills

Education

BS in Civil Engineering

Tools

MicroStation

GeoPAK

Job description

Are we the road to your future?

Volkert is employee owned and a Top 100 design firm, committed to providing clients with creative solutions for sustainability, including improvements to infrastructure, the environment, and natural resources. Founded in 1925, Volkert is celebrating a century of serving our employees, clients, partners, and communities.

We are currently searching for an experienced Senior Civil Project Engineer - Transportation to support our Southwest Region located in Texas.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for coordination and oversight of geometric design projects.

What you’ll be doing:

• Prepares and modifies reports, specifications, plans, construction schedules, environmental studies, and designs for projects.
• Evaluates need for design changes and makes appropriate recommendations.
• Serves as technical liaison with clients on project efforts and coordinates technical efforts within discipline areas.
• Consults with construction personnel concerning design constructability as related to field conditions, sequencing and scheduling of construction activities.
• Attends onsite and offsite client meetings. Must be a good communicator.
• Uses computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment to prepare engineering and design documents.
• Adheres to company standards for quality assurance and quality control as defined in the quality manual.
• Participates in project scoping and fee estimating and proposal preparation, interviews, and negotiations.
• Reviews assigned project(s) after award to define project scope, determine work procedures/sequences and develops schedules, budgets, staffing, sub-consultant involvement, and progress billings.
• Assigns responsibilities and sees the execution of tasks are begun and completed according to schedule.
• Submits documents to federal, state, and local agencies for code compliance review and obtains permits required.

What you need to have:

• BS degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited four-year college or university.
• 7-10 years relevant experience with 5 years of experience at the Project Manager level with DOT projects.
• Must have proven skills in meeting DOT expectations, schedules, and budgets.
• PE required.
• Experienced in DOT design methods, plan preparation, standards, and specifications.
• Demonstrated capabilities and success in managing medium to large projects, multi-office projects, and/or multiple projects.
• Proven leadership, communication, mentoring and client liaison skills.
• Proficient with MicroStation and GeoPAK.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening to ensure a safe and productive work environment.
• Valid driver’s license.
• A satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR).
• Characteristics of a successful Volkert team member:
• Be a brand ambassador for the company who engages in diversity and inclusion.
• Be self-motivated to meet individual goals and maintain accountability in a team environment.
• Exercise initiative and independent judgement in the solution of work problems.
• Be able to communicate effectively- verbal and written.
• Be able to multi-task in a team environment.

Volkert Perks:

• Competitive compensation.
• Flexibility and a positive work/life balance.
• Challenging and innovative projects.
• Employee referral program.
• Professional development.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• 401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matching.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays.
• Medical, Dental, & Vision.
• Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance.
• Employer-Paid short-term disability and long-term disability.
• Wellness incentives.
• Additional voluntary benefits.

EOE-Race/Sex/Vets/Disabled

Volkert does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies or fee-based recruitment services.