Senior Roadway Project Engineer

Volkert, Inc.; Tyler (TX); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

Job summary

A civil engineering firm is looking for an experienced Senior Roadway Project Engineer based in the Southwest Region of the United States. This role demands a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in roadway design, leadership in project development, and proficiency with OpenRoads Designer. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and a proven record of meeting DOT expectations. Key benefits include an Employee Stock Ownership Plan, medical and dental coverage, and a robust 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 10+ years relevant experience in roadway design.
• PE license is required.
• Valid driver’s license and satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR).

Responsibilities

• Lead project designs and coordinate with designers.
• Prepare reports, specifications, plans, and schedules.
• Participate in client business development efforts.

Skills

Roadway design expertise

Project management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

DOT design methods

Education

BS degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

OpenRoads Designer

Job description

We are currently searching for an experienced Senior Roadway Project Engineer to support our Southwest Region located in either Austin, El Paso, Houston, McKinney, Round Rock, or Tyler, TX. Applicants must have at minimum ten (10) years of relevant experience in roadway design.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Familiarity with calculating plans quantities and engineering estimates, developing construction specifications, and coordinating with subconsultants
• Leading or assisting in the development of project designs and directing EIs and designers to successfully execute and deliver project work, while implementing client focused strategies
• Applying established and well-defined engineering techniques, procedures, policies or standards
• Prepares and modifies reports, specifications, plans, construction schedules, and designs for projects
• Aspires to work in a team environment and is willing to participate in business development efforts and meetings with clients. Work as part of a team to deliver a range of transportation and civil design projects
• Participates in ongoing development, communication and implementation of team concepts, programs and policies. Coordinates work to ensure best practices with all team members
• Attends appropriate team meetings
• Work on detailed engineering assignments including calculations and relatively standard work activities
• Adjusts and correlates data, recognizes discrepancies in results
• Identify and analyze problems using reasoning to arrive at conclusions
• Applies standard practices and techniques to accomplish work assignments
• Understands and adheres to assigned phase and task schedules and budgets to ensure timely and cost-effective completion of project
• Adheres to company standards for quality assurance and quality control as defined in the quality manual

What You Need To Have

• BS degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited four-year college or university
• 10+ years relevant experience in roadway design
• Must have proven skills in meeting DOT expectations, schedules and budgets
• PE is required
• Experienced in DOT design methods, plan preparation, standards, and specifications
• Proficient with OpenRoads Designer
• 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
• Previous TxDOT experience

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

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