Senior Highway Engineer/Project Manager

Pennoni; Plains Township (PA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Pennoni is seeking a senior highway engineer and project manager for the transportation division at its Wyoming Valley (Plains), PA office. The ideal candidate will manage complex highway projects, coordinate with teams and clients, and lead PennDOT PS&E documentation and drainage permitting efforts.

The role requires 8–12 years of experience, a PA PE license, and a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering (MS a plus). Strong leadership and communication skills are essential for success at Pennoni.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering required; MS a plus.
• Licensed Professional Engineer in PA.
• 8–12 years of relevant experience in highway design and project management.
• Experience with PennDOT design criteria and PS&E documentation.
• Strong communication, leadership, and client-relations skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex highway engineering projects and budgets.
• Coordinate with project team, clients, reviewing agencies, and PennDOT.
• Lead PA PS&E documentation for roadway geometry, drainage, permits, and cost estimates.
• Direct drainage permitting efforts and provide mentorship to staff.
• Develop proposals and support marketing efforts; manage client relationships.

Skills

Project management

Highway design

Client coordination

Budget management

Team mentorship

Proposal development

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Master's Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

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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