Transportation Engineer 5-Project Technical Leader

CDM Smith; Manchester (NH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Project Technical Leader for highway design projects in New England. This role involves managing the technical content of projects, ensuring accuracy, and mentoring junior staff. You'll develop project design criteria, oversee construction plans, and provide quality reviews, all while collaborating closely with clients. If you have a strong background in transportation engineering and are ready to lead impactful projects, this opportunity offers a dynamic environment where your expertise will drive success and innovation in the field.

Qualifications

• 7 years of related experience in transportation engineering.
• Professional Engineer license required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee transportation planning and design projects.
• Develop design criteria, construction plans, and specifications.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance.

Skills

Project Management

Transportation Planning

Technical Writing

Communication Skills

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineering (PE) license

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

OpenRoads

Job description

41298BR

Requisition ID: 41298BR

Business Unit: TSU

Job Description:

Preferred locations for this position include; East Hartford, CT, Boston, MA, or Manchester, NH.

As an integral part of our team, you will contribute to CDM Smith's success as a Project Technical Leader for highway design projects and pursuits throughout New England.

Responsible for coordination and management of the technical content of projects including driving the technical vision of the end product, ensuring the technical accuracy of the work product, ensuring the right technical skill sets are on the project at the correct time, developing and mentoring technical project staff, and coordinating all aspects of the project with our clients. Additional responsibilities include:

1. Providing day-to-day direct oversight of transportation planning and design projects
2. Developing project design criteria, alignments, construction plans, construction specifications, and cost estimates
3. Writing of technical reports
4. Providing quality reviews of highway design projects
5. Providing technical guidance and training to more junior staff. Mentors more junior staff and develops them for future growth within the discipline and firm
6. May supervise the work of junior engineers on project work

Job Title: Transportation Engineer 5-Project Technical Leader

Group: TSO

Certification/License Requirements: Professional Engineer

Employment Type: Regular

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's degree in Civil, Transportation, or Structural Engineering or related discipline.
2. Professional engineering (PE) license.
3. 7 years of related experience.
4. Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands.
5. Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. PE in Connecticut, Massachusetts, or New Hampshire & the ability to get reciprocity in other states.
2. Strong background with CTDOT, NHDOT, and MassDOT Municipal roadway/highway design projects.
3. Experience in task management and delivering roadway/highway design projects from initiation through final design.
4. Knowledge and design experience in AutoCAD Civil 3D and/or OpenRoads.
5. Ability to present in front of a large group.
6. Strong communication and technical writing skills.
7. Experience completing Hydrologic and Hydraulic analysis of drainage systems and design of stormwater management a plus.

Job Site Location: New Hampshire - Manchester

Amount of Travel Required: 10%

Assignment Category: Fulltime-Regular

Visa Sponsorship Available: No - We will not support sponsorship, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position

Background Check and Drug Testing Information: CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as “CDM Smith”) reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States. The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case, will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing.