Senior Highway Engineer/Project Manager

Pennoni; Plains Township (PA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; 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 ideal candidate will lead complex highway projects, coordinate with clients and reviewing agencies, and prepare PennDOT PS&E documentation.

You’ll provide technical guidance, mentor staff, manage budgets, develop proposals, and nurture client relationships with public and private clients. Strong knowledge of PennDOT standards and MicroStation is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience with PennDOT design criteria and standards.
• Ability to plan all phases of a civil design project.
• Working knowledge of MicroStation and related software.
• Proficiency with common engineering tools and software.
• PA Professional Engineer license required.
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering; MS a plus.
• 8–12 years of civil/highway project experience.
• Familiarity with PennDOT, Turnpike standards, and PS&E documentation.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex highway engineering projects and coordinate with project teams, clients, and agencies.
• Prepare PennDOT PS&E documents and roadway geometry/plans.
• Lead drainage permitting efforts and design reviews.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to staff.
• Develop and manage project budgets and schedules.
• Prepare proposals and contribute to marketing and client relations.

Skills

PennDOT criteria

Project management

Team leadership

Communication

MicroStation

AutoCAD

StormCAD

Education

Bachelor's in Civil Engineering

MS degree a plus

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

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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