Senior Roadway Engineer-Project Manager

STV Incorporated; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Continuing Education

Professional licensure support

Job summary

STV Incorporated in Richmond, Virginia is seeking a Senior Roadway Engineer / Project Manager to lead complex roadway design projects, mentor junior engineers, and strengthen client relationships across Virginia.

You will serve as Engineer of Record, manage budgets and schedules, and coordinate with traffic, drainage, structures, and environmental teams to deliver high‑quality, compliant roadway solutions while advancing STV’s Virginia practice.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering; Master’s preferred.
• Virginia PE license required.
• 10+ years of roadway/highway design experience, including VDOT projects.
• Experience delivering highways, local roads, interchanges, and related infrastructure.
• Familiarity with VDOT and AASHTO design standards.
• Hands-on experience with MicroStation and OpenRoads Designer.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage roadway design projects, including complex assignments such as bus rapid transit systems.
• Serve as Project Manager or Roadway Task Lead, guiding projects from concept through delivery.
• Act as Engineer of Record, signing and sealing roadway design plans and design exceptions.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver coordinated solutions.
• Provide quality control and ensure designs meet VDOT and AASHTO standards.
• Partner with senior leadership on budgets, schedules, proposals, and project delivery plans.
• Mentor and develop junior staff and help grow the Virginia practice.
• Support business development through technical proposals and client pursuits.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Client engagement

Budgeting

Communication

Team mentoring

Quality assurance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

MicroStation

OpenRoads Designer

Job description

STV is growing and we’re looking for an experienced Senior Roadway Engineer / Project Manager to help shape the future of transportation across Virginia. Based in our Richmond office, this role offers the chance to take on meaningful projects, work with a collaborative and driven team, and make a visible impact on infrastructure that serves communities every day. You’ll join a close‑knit, team‑oriented roadway practice that’s experiencing sustained growth thanks to a strong backlog of work with VDOT, transit agencies, and local municipalities. STV is a well‑established, stable firm with a strong reputation for delivering award‑winning transportation projects and we’re excited to keep building on that success with the right leader.

Why This Role?

This is an opportunity for someone who enjoys combining technical excellence, project leadership, and client engagement. You’ll play a key role in delivering complex roadway projects, mentoring younger engineers, and helping grow our Virginia practice through strong relationships and high‑quality work.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and manage roadway design projects, including complex assignments such as bus rapid transit systems
• Serve as Project Manager or Roadway Task Lead, guiding projects from concept through delivery
• Act as Engineer of Record, signing and sealing roadway design plans and design exceptions
• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams (traffic, drainage, structures, utilities, ROW, environmental) to deliver coordinated solutions
• Provide quality control and ensure designs meet VDOT and AASHTO standards
• Partner with senior leadership on budgets, schedules, proposals, and project delivery plans
• Actively engage with clients by running meetings, maintaining trusted relationships, and identifying opportunities for future work
• Mentor and develop junior staff, helping shape the next generation of roadway engineers
• Support business development through technical proposals and client pursuits
• Promote a strong culture of safety, quality, and accountability across project teams

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (Master’s preferred, not required)
• Virginia PE license (required)
• 10+ years of progressive roadway and highway design experience, including VDOT projects
• Proven experience delivering highways, local roads, interchanges, and related infrastructure
• Familiarity with VDOT and AASHTO design standards
• Hands‑on experience with MicroStation and OpenRoads Designer
• Strong project management skills with the ability to balance scope, schedule, and budget
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative leadership style
• Local experience in the Richmond area is a plus

What You’ll Gain

• The chance to work on high‑profile transportation projects that make a difference
• A leadership role within a growing, respected roadway practice
• Long‑term career growth with a firm that values integrity, partnership, and optimism
• The ability to influence technical direction, mentor others, and build client relationships
• A supportive, team‑driven culture where your contributions are recognized and rewarded

Compensation Range: $124,726.29 - $142,544.33

Benefits

• Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable)
• Disability insurance
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• 401(k) Plan
• Retirement Counseling
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off (starting at 16 days)
• Paid Holidays (9 days)
• Back-Up Dependent Care (up to 10 days per year)
• Parental Leave (up to 80 hours)
• Continuing Education Program
• Professional Licensure and Society Memberships

STV is committed to paying all of its employees in a fair, equitable, and transparent manner. The listed pay range is STV’s good‑faith salary estimate for this position. Please note that the final salary offered for this position may be outside of this published range based on many factors, including but not limited to geography, education, experience, and/or certifications.

STV is a well‑established, stable firm with a strong reputation for delivering award‑winning transportation projects and we’re excited to keep building on that success with the right leader.

STV is one of the top infrastructure‑focused professional services firms in North America. Founded in 1912, STV advises, plans, designs, engineers and delivers the infrastructure that powers local economies, including transportation systems, buildings, water and other facilities. Headquartered in New York City, the company has more than 65 offices and 3,400 employees who reimagine the solutions and structures that connect our communities.

The firm is ranked 32nd in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms survey and is 10th in its transportation category.

STV is deeply committed to investing in its people and creating a world‑class employee experience. We are passionate about mentoring, coaching and cultivating our talent because we know they are destined to become the next generation of industry leaders. We’re also committed to delivering formative career experiences – and we do that by providing challenging and unique work experiences, by mapping multiple ways to advance (beyond the traditional career ladder!) and by recognizing those who successfully chart new and exciting paths for the firm. We value a wide range of perspectives and experiences, without regard to any factor or characteristic, regardless of whether it is a category protected by federal, state and/or local law, making them an integral part of how we work. Our approach ensures that every individual is respected, heard, and given opportunities to contribute meaningfully. We remove barriers and create pathways for growth, embedding fairness into our daily operations. Learn more atstvinc.com. STV exists to make communities better through innovative solutions that connect people, places and the present to the future. Our local teams throughout the country deeply understand the needs of their communities and have the expertise to provide solutions. We are also committed to giving back to our communities and our neighbors through volunteering and philanthropic activities; fundraising events; scholarships, internships, and mentoring; and sustainability and community improvement projects. Learn more.

STV provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.