Senior Highway Engineer/Project Manager

pennoniexternalcareers; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Pennoni seeks a Senior Highway Engineer and Project Manager for the Transportation Division at the Wyoming Valley (Plains) PA office. The role focuses on managing complex highway projects, coordinating with teams and agencies, and delivering PennDOT PS&E documentation and plans.

The ideal candidate will lead drainage permitting, mentor staff, and drive budgets and proposals while maintaining strong client relationships with public and private clients.

Qualifications

• Experience with PennDOT design criteria.
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering; MS preferred.
• Professional Engineer license in PA.
• 8–12 years of relevant highway engineering experience; proficient in MicroStation and AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex highway engineering projects end-to-end.
• Coordinate with project team, clients, and reviewing agencies.
• Prepare PennDOT PS&E documentation and roadway plans.
• Lead drainage permitting efforts and related reports.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to staff.
• Develop and manage project budgets.
• Prepare proposals and support marketing efforts.
• Manage client relationships with public and private clients.

Skills

PennDOT criteria

Project management

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

MS preferred

Tools

StormCAD

InRoads/OpenRoads

Job description

Pennoni is seeking a Senior Highway Engineer and Project Manager for the Transportation Division at their Wyoming Valley, (Plains) PA office. The ideal candidate will be a person who is experienced in:

• Managing complex highway engineering projects.
• Coordinating with project team, clients, and reviewing agencies.
• Preparing PennDOT PS&E documentation Leading and providing quality control for roadway geometry and plans, pavement marking plans, grading plans, traffic control plans, drainage and erosion control plans & reports, permits, and project cost estimates and specifications.
• Leading Drainage Permitting application efforts.
• Providing technical guidance and mentorship to engineers and technical staff.
• Developing and Managing Budgets.
• Preparing proposals and assisting with marketing efforts.
• Managing client relationships with Public and Private Clients.

Required Attributes:

• Experience/knowledge of PennDOT design criteria
• Ability to plan preparation on all phases of an engineering design project of all engineering principles Working knowledge of MicroStation
• Efficient use of engineering software
• Required education: Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, MS a plus.
• Minimum years of work experience: 8-12
• Licenses Required: Professional Engineer in PA
• Computer skills required: Basic knowledge of Microstation and AutoCAD
• Familiarity with current design standards (PennDOT and Turnpike, etc.)
• Efficient use of other applicable engineering software (StormCAD; AutoTAB, etc.)Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Looks for and seizes opportunities to improve work products

Preferred Attributes:

• Leadership Qualities and Experience leading teams
• Excellent Verbal and Written Communication Skills
• Staff and Project Management Experience
• Familiarity with current PennDOT and Turnpike Standards; MicroStation, Inroads, OpenRoads, Proposal and Marketing experience desired.

Why Pennoni?

At Pennoni, we're not just another multi-disciplinary engineering firm; we're a vibrant team of innovators shaping the future! Founded more than five decades ago, Pennoni is an ENR Top 500 consulting engineering firm where individuality sparks innovation and growth. We’re all about helping you build your career while fostering a great workplace culture - here, you'll work with supportive, talented teammates and find pride in your contributions. Join us to be part of a team that values your unique skills and drives excellence in every project!

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