Senior Transportation Project Engineer

Apex Companies; Quincy (MA); Hybrid; USD 102,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus opportunities

Medical and dental insurance

Life and disability insurance

401k match & tuition assistance

Job summary

Apex Companies is hiring a Senior Transportation Project Engineer for a hybrid role based in Quincy or Woburn, MA. You will supervise technical aspects of complex transportation projects, ensure work meets MassDOT standards, and coordinate among design teams and subconsultants.

We value leadership, collaboration, and the ability to deliver high-quality designs. You will mentor staff, guide proposals, and present to clients and agencies while advancing your PE licensure if needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of roadway design experience.
• AutoCAD experience is required.
• Knowledge of MassDOT plan set requirements and design process is a plus.
• Complete Streets experience is a strong plus.
• Valid US driver’s license and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Technical Lead for transportation components of complex projects.
• Coordinate technical work among design disciplines and subconsultants.
• Develop 3D roadway design models using AutoCAD Civil3D per MassDOT standards.
• Oversee plan sets, provisions, and cost estimates for roadway design projects.
• Assist Project Managers in planning, coordinating, and executing projects; manage schedules and budgets.
• Develop technical approaches, schedules, and proposals for large or complex projects.
• Mentor junior staff and supervise workload and career development.
• Deliver presentations to clients, public agencies, and at professional conferences.

Skills

AutoCAD

Roadway design

Team leadership

Technical writing

Oral presentations

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil or Environmental Engineering

Professional Engineering License (PE) or licensure within 1 year

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Are you driven to grow, lead, and make a meaningful impact? At Apex, we’re building more than a consulting and engineering firm—we’re creating a place where your career accelerates, your contributions matter, and your potential is fully realized. We believe your growth is our growth, which is why we invest in your development at every stage of your career. Here, you’ll work on projects that shape communities, protect the environment, and create lasting impact, all while being empowered with the autonomy and flexibility to do your best work.

Fueled by high quality delivery, exceptional client retention, and strategic acquisitions, Apex Companies continues to rank among the fastest-growing firms in the AEC industry, recently recognized by the Zweig Group for our industry-leading growth. Our success is grounded in strong leadership, a collaborative culture, and a shared commitment to delivering exceptional outcomes.

As we continue to expand, we’re looking for high-performing professionals who are ready to lead, collaborate, innovate, and create impact. At Apex, you help shape what’s next. When we succeed together, we share in that success. All Apex positions are eligible for annual bonus opportunities, reinforcing our commitment to recognizing and rewarding meaningful contributions that drive our collective growth.

Our Northeast Division is a well-respected and award-winning group where career development, training, and mentoring co-exist with diverse civil, environmental, water resources, and traffic/transportation projects in a fast-paced and rewarding work environment.

Our Transportation Practice is hiring a Senior Transportation Project Engineer for a hybrid role based in our Quincy or Woburn, MA office. This position will be responsible for the technical supervision of complex transportation projects and ensure the work performed conforms to the contractual scope of work, budget, and schedule.

Primary Responsibilities

• Serves as the Technical Lead for the transportation components of more complex projects
• Responsible for the technical coordination among other design disciplines and subconsultants
• Leads the development of 3D roadway design models using AutoCAD Civil3D in accordance with MassDOT standards and workflows
• Oversees or prepares plan sets, special provisions, and cost estimates for roadway design projects
• Assists Project Managers in the following:
• Planning, coordination, and execution of both large and small projects
• Complying with assigned project schedules and budget on projects by actively reporting on project progress and identifying additional work outside the contractual scope
• Developing technical approaches, schedules, and fee estimates for proposals on large-scale or more complex projects to produce an effective and quality proposal
• Develops technical solutions for complex roadway projects by applying engineering knowledge and skills to produce quality work
• Maintains positive relationships with clients,
• Participates in developing the technical approach for proposals
• Supervises and trains less experienced staff by providing daily guidance and checks their work and progress; serves as a positive role model and mentor for junior staff
• Manages a direct report, including managing workload management, approving timesheets and expense reports, and guiding career path development
• Maintains quality control within the department by reviewing designs, calculations, and assumptions on projects
• Prepares for and performs oral presentations to the public, municipal boards, and clients regarding project deliverables, and to external associations and at professional conferences

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelors of Science Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering or other related Engineering discipline
• Professional Engineering License, or working towards licensure within one year, in a State(s) where Apex does work or ability to obtain same by reciprocity
• 5+ years of roadway design experience
• Strong writing skills to prepare technical memoranda, reports, proposals, contracts, and subcontract scopes of work.
• AutoCAD experience is required
• Knowledge of MassDOT plan set requirements and the MassDOT design process is a plus
• Complete Streets experience is a strong plus
• Valid US driver’s license and clean driving record

Why You’ll Love Working For Us

• Company-subsidized medical and dental.
• Company-paid life, short, and long-term disability.
• 401k match, tuition assistance, and more.
• Cross-training and the ability to work on a variety of projects.
• Performance-based bonuses or other incentives.
• Working with the best and brightest in the industry.
• 2,000+ employee national firm with 70+ locations across the US.

Apex Job Title: Sr Project Engineer

Req ID: 11892

Annual Expected Pay Range: $102,000 USD - $130,000 USD

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