Senior Highway Engineer/Project Manager

Pennoni; Plains Township (PA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Pennoni in Wyoming Valley, Plains PA, seeks a Senior Highway Engineer and Project Manager for its Transportation Division. The role involves leading complex highway projects, coordinating with clients, reviewing agencies, and preparing PennDOT PS&E documentation.

The ideal candidate will mentor engineers, develop budgets, manage proposals, and cultivate client relationships while ensuring design quality and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of PennDOT design criteria.
• Ability to plan preparation on all design phases.
• Strong MicroStation and AutoCAD skills.
• Familiarity with PennDOT and Turnpike design standards.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex highway engineering projects.
• Coordinate with project team, clients and reviewing agencies.
• Prepare PennDOT PS&E documentation.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineers and staff.
• Develop and manage project budgets and proposals.
• Maintain strong client relationships.

Skills

Highway project leadership

Client coordination

PennDOT PS&E

Roadway design QC

Budget development

Proposal & marketing support

Mentorship of staff

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

MS preferred

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

InRoads/OpenRoads

StormCAD

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:

L eadership 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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