Senior Transportation Project Engineer

Apex Companies; Pawtucket (RI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-subsidized medical and dental coverage

401(k) match

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Apex Companies is hiring a Senior Project Engineer in Pawtucket, RI to provide technical leadership on complex transportation projects. Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering and five years of roadway design experience. The role includes leading project supervision, coordinating activities, and mentoring staff.

This position offers competitive benefits, including medical coverage and a 401(k) match. Join a national firm with over 2,000 employees dedicated to diversity and equal opportunity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s of Science in Civil, Environmental, or related Engineering discipline.
• Professional Engineering License or work toward licensure within one year.
• Five or more years of roadway design experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical supervision of transportation components for complex projects.
• Coordinate technical activities among design disciplines and sub‑consultants.
• Prepare plan sets, special provisions, and cost estimates for roadway design projects.

Skills

Roadway design experience

Strong written communication skills

Knowledge of RIDOT plan set requirements

Complete Streets experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering

Professional Engineering License

Tools

AutoCAD Civil3D

Job description

Senior Project Engineer – Providence, RI

The Senior Project Engineer will provide technical leadership and supervision on complex transportation projects, ensuring all work meets contractual scope, budget, and schedule requirements.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead the technical supervision of transportation components for complex projects.
• Coordinate technical activities among design disciplines and sub‑consultants.
• Develop 3‑D roadway design models using AutoCAD Civil3D in accordance with RIDOT standards and workflows.
• Prepare plan sets, special provisions, and cost estimates for roadway design projects.
• Assist Project Managers with project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and progress reporting.
• Develop technical approaches, schedules, and fee estimates for proposals on large or complex projects.
• Create technical solutions for roadway projects by applying engineering knowledge and best practices.
• Maintain positive client relationships.
• Participate in developing technical approaches for proposals.
• Supervise and mentor less experienced staff; provide daily guidance and quality checks.
• Manage a direct report, including workload planning, timesheet and expense approval, and career development support.
• Maintain quality control by reviewing designs, calculations, and assumptions on projects.
• Prepare and deliver oral presentations to the public, municipal boards, clients, and professional associations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s of Science in Civil, Environmental, or related Engineering discipline.
• Professional Engineering License or work toward licensure within one year in a state where Apex performs work, or ability to obtain licensure by reciprocity.
• Five or more years of roadway design experience.
• Strong written communication skills for technical memoranda, reports, proposals, contracts, and subcontract scopes.
• Knowledge of RIDOT plan set requirements and the RIDOT design process is a plus.
• Experience with Complete Streets is a strong plus.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license with a clean driving record.

Benefits

• Company‑subsidized medical and dental coverage.
• Company‑paid life, short‑term, and long‑term disability insurance.
• 401(k) match and tuition assistance.
• Cross‑training and exposure to diverse projects.
• Performance‑based bonuses and incentives.
• Opportunity to work with the best and brightest in the industry.
• Being part of a 2,000+ employee national firm with 70+ locations across the U.S.

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