Transportation Project Engineer

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 117,800 - 176,800; Full time

Job summary

Stantec Consulting International Ltd. is seeking a Project Engineer in Colorado Springs. The successful candidate will lead engineering teams on various roadway projects, ensuring successful delivery through supervision and collaboration.

This role requires strong technical knowledge, project management skills, and experience in designing roadway projects, with a hybrid work environment allowing for flexibility. A valid PE license in Colorado and a minimum of 8 years experience are necessary for this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in roadway design or similar.
• Valid driver's license and good driving record required.
• Project Management experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering teams on roadway projects.
• Prepare and seal designs for roadway projects.
• Communicate with clients and ensure projects meet requirements.

Skills

High proficiency in Microsoft Office 365

Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D

Strong communication skills

Ability to lead design teams

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license in Colorado

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

MicroStation OpenRoads

Job description

Your Opportunity

The role of a Project Engineer is to lead engineering teams on various‑sized roadway projects. As a leader they will be responsible for preparing and sealing designs and ensuring the development and delivery of successful civil projects. A Project Engineer will provide direct supervision, act as an advisor and be actively involved to meet schedules and resolve problems as they arise. The Project Engineer will be responsible for managing the scope and integration of subconsultants and employees. It is also anticipated that the Project Engineer supports business development and the delivery of proposals. Opportunity provides for a hybrid work environment. In office presence is expected based on project needs, client meetings, and team collaboration.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for the review and sealing of roadway projects.
• Performs on technically complex projects and acts as a technical resource by providing guidance to other team members on transportation‑related projects.
• Liaise with clients, agencies, and others to obtain and determine project requirements and approvals.
• Assist Project Manager in the preparation of client proposals, reports and the development of project design elements including specifications and estimates.
• Create detailed 3D roadway corridor models using computer‑aided design software including AutoCAD Civil3D and MicroStation OpenRoads Designer.
• Utilize model‑based design visualization software, such as InfraWorks, LumenRT, Concept Station, or Beyond Typicals, to support design development and client communications. Identify and analyze the principal design features and major design alternatives that satisfy the project’s purpose and the client’s needs.
• Develop feasible design alternatives to be compared against significant project parameters such as site conditions, right‑of‑way requirements, utility conflicts, design standards, safety, environmental impacts, community input, and cost.
• Produce detailed, high‑quality final design plans, specifications, and estimates in accordance with applicable procedures and standards.
• Peer review plans and provide quality control reviews of technical specifications, contract documents, and estimates.
• Develop and/or manage highway and roadway projects for CDOT or local governmental agencies.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Demonstrate recent experience developing highway and/or roadway projects for CDOT and/or local governmental agencies.
• Ability to lead design teams, manage projects, and check the work of others for accuracy and completeness and manage time to meet project budget and schedule.
• Understands client expectations, budgeting, proposal writing, invoicing, and collecting accounts receivable.
• Technical leader in all relevant areas of design and understanding of various design methods.
• High level of proficiency with Microsoft suite of Office 365 products.
• Ability to lead meetings with the client, design teams, and other agencies.
• Effective communicator and able to work with and lead teams.
• Proficient in relevant design software, which may include AutoCAD Civil 3D, Microstation OpenRoads, and 3‑D modeling experience preferred.
• Ability to see the big picture of roadway projects.
• Understand or have experience in storm drain design, utility relocations, and traffic designs a plus.
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record required.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (emphasis in Transportation preferred).
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Colorado. Additional licensure, or ability to acquire, within western US preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in roadway design or similar.
• Position will primarily work in an office setting; may require some field work.
• Project Management experience a plus.

Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.

Pay range:

• Locations in MN, OH, VT, & Various CA, NY Areas – $107,100.00 - $160,700.00 Annually
• Locations in CO, HI, IL, MD & Various CA, NJ Areas – $117,800.00 - $176,800.00 Annually

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibits discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.