Senior Highway Design Task Leader - Hybrid, PE, 10+ yrs

CDM Smith

Kailua (HI)

Hybrid

USD 100,000 - 175,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking a Task Leader to support and lead the technical delivery of highway design projects across New England. This mid- to senior-level transportation engineer role keeps you hands-on while growing into broader technical and project leadership responsibilities, with hybrid work options based in Boston, MA; East Hartford, CT; or Manchester, NH.

You will mentor junior engineers, review designs for compliance with standards, and collaborate with Project Managers on complex DOT

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Civil, Transportation, or Structural Engineering or related discipline.
Professional engineering (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 are met.
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.