Transportation Engineer III

Ellaway Blues Consulting; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Ellaway Blues Consulting is seeking a Transportation Engineer III to support roadway and highway design projects in Lincoln, Nebraska. The ideal candidate will lead and support design projects from concept to construction, preparing engineering plans, conducting evaluations, and mentoring junior engineers. Responsibilities include coordinating with clients and agencies, monitoring project schedules, and assisting in proposal development. A strong background in roadway design and project execution is essential for success in this role.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support roadway and transportation design projects from concept through construction.
• Prepare engineering plans, reports, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Perform data analysis, field reviews, and technical evaluations.
• Coordinate with internal teams, clients, and external agencies.
• Participate in public meetings, stakeholder engagement, and presentations.
• Support proposal development and grant applications.
• Conduct QA/QC reviews to ensure technical accuracy and compliance.
• Mentor junior engineers and assist in task delegation.
• Monitor project schedules, budgets, and deliverables.
• Lead in the preparation of grant applications and associated services related to funding programs.

Job description

Our client, a growing engineering and infrastructure firm, is seeking a Transportation Engineer III to support roadway and highway design projects. This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys working across the full project lifecycle while also taking on increasing responsibility in project execution, client interaction, and mentoring junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support roadway and transportation design projects from concept through construction
• Prepare engineering plans, reports, specifications, and cost estimates
• Perform data analysis, field reviews, and technical evaluations
• Coordinate with internal teams, clients, and external agencies
• Participate in public meetings, stakeholder engagement, and presentations
• Support proposal development and grant applications
• Conduct QA/QC reviews to ensure technical accuracy and compliance
• Mentor junior engineers and assist in task delegation
• Monitor project schedules, budgets, and deliverables
• Lead in the preparation of grant applications and associated services related to funding programs