Senior Highway Engineer

Whitman, Requardt and Associates, LLP; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 160,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leave accrual and paid holidays

Life Insurance and optional coverages

Flexible spending accounts for medical

401(k) Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Parental and maternity leave benefits

Job summary

Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP in Tampa, Florida seeks a Senior Highway Engineer to lead transportation design and project delivery. The role focuses on highway projects, FDOT standards, and building client relationships across a growing Florida practice.

Responsibilities include serving as Engineer of Record, mentoring staff, managing schedules and budgets, and supporting proposals. This position offers a competitive compensation package and full-time benefits.

Qualifications

• 16+ years of highway design experience.
• BS in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• P.E. license in Florida or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Strong knowledge of FDOT standards, specifications, policies and procedures.
• Experience with FDOT contract documents and roadway design; SE/Mid-Atlantic exposure is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Engineer of Record on highway and roadway design projects.
• Lead senior-level technical design tasks, ensuring quality and compliance with standards.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior engineering staff.
• Assist with project management including scheduling, budgeting, and client coordination.
• Support proposal development, including technical writing and scope definition.
• Develop business opportunities in the Jacksonville and broader Florida market.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across WRA offices to deliver project outcomes.

Skills

Highway design

Project leadership

FDOT standards

Education

ABET-accredited B.S. Civil Engineering

Tools

MicroStation

Geopak

InRoads

OpenRoads

AutoCAD

Job description

At Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP, we are "People Focused and Project Driven". We have been in business for more than 110 years and we are known for our quality work and quality employees. This is your chance to join our dynamic team and help us to design the critical infrastructure that improves our world!

Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP is seeking a highly motivated Senior Highway Engineer to join our growing team in Tampa, Florida. This is a key role supporting the expansion of our Florida operations and delivering a robust and diverse portfolio of transportation projects. We are looking for a seasoned professional who brings strong technical expertise, leadership, and a passion for building lasting client relationships.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as Engineer of Record on highway and roadway design projects.
• Lead and perform senior-level technical design tasks, ensuring quality and compliance with applicable standards.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior engineering staff, fostering professional growth and development.
• Assist with project management duties including scheduling, budgeting, and client coordination.
• Support proposal development, including technical writing and scope definition.
• Play an active role in business development, helping to identify and pursue new project opportunities in the Jacksonville and broader Florida market.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across WRA's offices to deliver successful project outcomes.

Requirements:

• A minimum of 16 years of experience in highway design
• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited program
• P.E., registered in the state of Floridaor ability to obtain within 6 months
• Strong knowledge of FDOT standards, specifications, policies, and procedures
• Experience designing roadway projects and preparing contract documents in accordance with FDOT policies and procedures; experience with other state and local agencies in the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic a plus
• Experience with design software tools such as MicroStation, Geopak, InRoads, OpenRoads and AutoCAD
• Experience with Alternative Delivery projects (Design-Build, P3, etc.) a plus
• Ability to effectively communicate orally/written at all levels of the organization
• Ability to travel to project sites, company offices and client meetings
• Positive attitude and willingness to work cooperatively with others
• Willingness to continue to learn and grow technically and professionally within the company
• Openness to utilizing and developing new technologies and approaches for performing work

WRA recognizes that employees play an important role in its success. Our commitment to full-time employees is reflected in the comprehensive benefits package we offer:

• Leave accrual and paid holidays
• Group Life Insurance, as well as additional optional life Insurance, short and long term disability insurance
• Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care reimbursement
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Parental and maternity leave benefits

WRA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and complies with all applicable anti-discrimination laws.

The expected compensation range for this position is $160,000.00 - $240,000.00. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and/or experience.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. WRA will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity. (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa)