Senior Roadway Engineer/Project Manager

Volkert Inc.; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Medical & Dental & Vision

401(k) matching

Job summary

Volkert Inc. is seeking an experienced Senior Roadway Engineer/Project Manager to support our Gulf Region in Mississippi and/or Tennessee. You will lead plan reviews, manage schedules, and coordinate documentation for DOT and local municipal projects, while supporting client relationships and business development.

The role requires a PE license, 10+ years in roadway design, OpenRoads/Geopak proficiency, and a strong track record of meeting DOT standards, budgets, and deadlines.

Qualifications

• Requires a BS in Civil Engineering from an accredited four-year college or university.
• 10+ years of experience in roadway design.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license and valid driver's license.
• Experience meeting DOT standards, schedules, and budgets.

Responsibilities

• Provide plan review and project management for DOT and local municipal projects.
• Coordinate project activities, schedules, and reporting for assigned work.
• Prepare, issue, and track project documentation including contracts, change orders, and client approvals.
• Develop correspondence and documentation for clients, vendors, and regulatory agencies.
• Support project financial processes, including invoices and purchase orders.
• Prepare and edit meeting minutes, reports, and presentations.
• Assist with project submittals and bidding activities.
• Provide technical and administrative support to the project team.
• Support client relationships and contribute to business development with local municipalities.

Skills

Roadway design

Project management

DOT experience

OpenRoads

Geopak

DOT standards

MVR checks

Education

BS in Civil Engineering

Tools

OpenRoads

Geopak

Job description

Are we the road to your future?

Volkert is employee owned and a Top 100 design firm, committed to providing clients with creative solutions for sustainability, including improvements to infrastructure, the environment, and natural resources. Founded in 1925, Volkert is celebrating a century of serving our employees, clients, partners, and communities.

We are currently searching for an experienced Senior Roadway Engineer/Project Manager to support our Gulf Region located in Mississippi and/or Tennessee.

What you'll be doing:

• Provide plan review and project management for DOT and local municipal projects
• Coordinate project activities, schedules, and reporting for assigned work
• Prepare, issue, and track project documentation, including contracts, change orders, and client approvals
• Develop correspondence and documentation for clients, vendors, and regulatory agencies
• Support project financial processes, including invoices and purchase orders
• Prepare and edit meeting minutes, reports, and presentations
• Assist with project submittals and bidding activities
• Provide technical and administrative support to the project team
• Support client relationships and contribute to business development with local municipalities

What you need to have:

• BS in Civil Engineering from an accredited four-year college or university
• 10+ years of experience in roadway design
• Previous DOT experience
• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Proven ability to meet DOT standards, schedules, and budgets
• Proficiency in OpenRoads (Geopak experience preferred)
• Strong knowledge of DOT design methods, standards, and specifications
• Demonstrated experience managing medium to large, multi-office, or concurrent projects; Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening to ensure a safe and productive work environment. Volkert adheres to federal guidelines, which may include testing for substances such as marijuana. Please note that federal regulations may differ from state-specific guidelines
• Valid driver's license and a satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR)

Bonus points if you have:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Proven leadership, mentoring, and client management experience

Why Volkert?

Volkert is employee owned and a Top 100 design firm, committed to providing clients with creative solutions for sustainability, including improvements to infrastructure, the environment, and natural resources. Founded in 1925, Volkert is celebrating a century of serving our employees, clients, partners, and communities. At Volkert, we pride ourselves on providing all of our employees with competitive compensation, positive work/life balance, and professional development opportunities, as well as fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace in all of our offices nationwide.

Key Benefits:

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Medical, Dental, & Vision
• 401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matching
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
• Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance
• Employer-Paid short-term disability and long-term disability
• Wellness incentives
• Student Debt Retirement Match
• Additional voluntary benefits

Mississippi MS / Tennessee TN