Transportation Engineering Leader

Benesch; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 9% retirement contribution

Generous paid time off

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

Benesch is looking for a Transportation Engineering Leader based in any of their Nebraska offices. This role requires a B.S. in Engineering and a minimum of 10 years of experience in roadway design, focusing on developing and delivering projects with significant local impacts.

The ideal candidate will have strong project management skills and be comfortable working independently while managing multi-discipline teams. Additionally, Benesch offers a supportive and inclusive workplace committed to equal opportunity.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in roadway design from preliminary to final.
• Professional Engineering License or ability to obtain one in Nebraska.
• Experience managing multi-discipline projects and professional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of projects with local, state, and regional benefits.
• Participate in Business Development including networking and contracts.
• Coordinate staff activities to ensure project goals are achieved.

Skills

Project management

Team leadership

Client relations

Presentation skills

Strong organization

Education

B.S. Degree in Engineering

Job description

Simply Put, A Great Place to Work

Benesch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm. We enhance infrastructure and communities across the country – creating spaces and providing connections in ways that make a difference.

We pride ourselves on being nimble enough to remain responsive to client needs yet large enough to offer exceptional bench strength. As a member of our team, you’ll have an opportunity to draw from those resources when you need them and, likewise, contribute your expertise when you have something to share.

At Benesch, we are looking for candidates with varied backgrounds and worldviews. We are committed to offering an inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Statistics show that women and underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for a position if they don’t meet 100% of the qualifications. If this statement resonates with you, don’t be so hard on yourself—apply for the job!

Transportation Engineering Leader

Benesch is seeking to hire a Project Manager or Engineering Technical Lead to increase our Transportation Design and Construction Engineering presence and lead activities in Nebraska. This is an experienced position involving exciting, challenging, and complex assignments with opportunities for growth. The ideal candidate will be comfortable marketing and delivering projects, developing staff, and developing and maintaining good industry connections and relationships at the state and local levels. Strong project and people management skills are required. The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of experience in design of roadways, highways, and interstates from preliminary to final.

Location

This position will be based out of any of our Nebraska offices including Omaha, NE; Lincoln, NE; Grand Island, NE; and Bellevue, NE.

Key Projects Across Nebraska

• Lincoln South Beltway: Benesch served as the lead consultant for the $352 million Lincoln South Beltway project in Nebraska, providing environmental assessment, design, geotechnical services, and construction support. The project completed Lincoln’s circumferential transportation network, improving regional connectivity and reducing urban congestion through 43 miles of roadway, 23 bridges, and multiple interchanges.
• US-81: This project is ongoing and will expand the corridor to a four-lane expressway between York and Columbus. Benesch is the lead consultant and responsible for providing roadway and bridge design.
• US-26: This project is ongoing and will focus on expanding the corridor to a four-lane expressway between Minatare and US-385. Benesch is the lead consultant and responsible for providing roadway, drainage, and bridge design.

The Impact You Will Have

• Lead development and delivery of projects having local, state, and regional benefits.
• Participate in Business Development including networking, proposal preparation, and contracts.
• Coordinate staff activities to assure achieving goals of project budget, schedule, and quality.
• Support various local, regional, and corporate initiatives.

What We Are Looking For

• B.S. Degree in Engineering, or related, and Professional Engineering License or the ability to obtain one in Nebraska are required.
• Excellent communication, strong written, oral, and client relation skills, experience interacting with clients, agencies, and other project stakeholders.
• Experience in making presentations before elected officials and advisory boards, attending conferences, and participating in interviews.
• Strong organization and leadership skills including development of professional staff.
• Experience managing single and multi-discipline projects and professional teams, including contracting, cost control, staff and subconsultant coordination, and quality assurance/quality control.
• Ability to work independently and develop task deliverables in a complete and reviewable manner.
• Experience working with state and/or local public agencies.

Why Benesch

• Career growth that’s real with leadership development, training, and clear paths forward.
• Strong financial future with up to 9% retirement contribution for benefit-eligible employees.
• Flexibility that works with schedules that support your life.
• Time to recharge with generous paid time off and parental leave for benefit-eligible employees.
• Support beyond work through mentorship, hands‑on experience, and opportunities to make an impact from day one.

Whether you’re starting your career or bringing years of experience, you’ll have the support and exposure to grow here.

Equal Opportunity & Accessibility

At Benesch, we believe great work starts with great people and that means creating a workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.

Benesch is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants in all protected groups, including veterans and individuals with disabilities, or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.

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