Senior Highway Design Task Leader

CDM Smith; Toledo (OH); Hybrid; USD 105,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking a Task Leader to guide highway design projects across New England. This mid- to senior-level engineer role combines hands-on technical work with growing leadership responsibilities within a collaborative team.

Based in Boston, East Hartford, or Manchester, NH, with hybrid work flexibility, the position offers growth opportunities and exposure to major DOT projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Transportation, or Structural Engineering or related discipline.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• 10 years of related experience.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical delivery of highway design tasks from concept through PS&E.
• Develop and review roadway alignments, design criteria, construction plans, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Provide day-to-day technical oversight to ensure quality, schedule, and budget objectives.
• Mentor and review work performed by junior engineers; provide technical guidance and support.
• Collaborate with Project Managers and Project Technical Leaders on complex DOT projects.
• Review designs for compliance with federal, state and local standards; sign and seal documents, as required.
• Perform site reviews and field studies to support constructible, real‑world design solutions.
• Support proposal and task order efforts, including scope development and technical review.

Skills

CADD 3D/4D

Engineering design

Microsoft Office

Verbal communication

Written communication

Regulatory knowledge

AutoCAD Civil 3D

OpenRoads

OpenRoads Concept Station

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil, Transportation, or Structural Engineering

PE license

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

OpenRoads

OpenRoads Concept Station

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking a Task Leader to guide highway design projects across New England. This mid- to senior-level engineer role combines hands-on technical work with growing leadership responsibilities within a collaborative team.

Based in Boston, East Hartford, or Manchester, NH, with hybrid work flexibility, the position offers growth opportunities and exposure to major DOT projects.