Senior Roadway Engineer-Project Manager

STV; 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

Parental Leave

Continuing Education Program

Job summary

STV in Richmond, VA seeks a Senior Roadway Engineer / Project Manager to lead complex roadway projects across Virginia. You will manage multidisciplinary teams, mentor staff, and sign/seal designs while engaging clients.

The role emphasizes technical excellence, project leadership, and business development within a growing Virginia practice, with a focus on safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering required; Virginia PE license required.
• 10+ years progressive roadway/highway design experience, including VDOT projects.
• Master’s degree is preferred but not required.
• Proven ability to manage projects, budgets, and schedules.
• Hands-on design experience with MicroStation/OpenRoads Designer; strong communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage roadway design projects, including bus rapid transit systems.
• Serve as Project Manager or Roadway Task Lead from concept through delivery.
• Act as Engineer of Record, signing and sealing roadway design plans.
• Collaborate with traffic, drainage, structures, utilities, ROW, and environment teams.
• Provide quality control, ensure designs meet VDOT and AASHTO standards.
• Manage budgets, schedules, proposals, and client relationships.
• Mentor junior staff and support business development activities.
• Promote safety, quality, and accountability across project teams.

Skills

Virginia PE license

10+ years roadway design

Project management

Client engagement

Mentoring

Leadership

MicroStation

OpenRoads Designer

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Master’s degree in Civil Engineering (preferred)

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

STV offers the following 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.

We know great candidates don’t always meet every qualification, and research shows women and people of color are less likely to apply unless they do.

At STV, we believe strong talent comes from a wide range of backgrounds, and your skills and experience may align with this or another opportunity as we continue to grow.