Roadway Engineer
Volkert, Inc.
Design and manage roadway projects in Florida using OpenRoads Designer.
26 days ago ago
Intermediate (4-7 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Office Full-Time
Company Size
1,200 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Environmental Services
Construction Services
Project Management
Design
Consulting
Transportation Engineering
Surveying
Sector Specialisms
Aviation
Infrastructure
Planning
Environmental
Construction
Engineering
Transportation
Natural Resources
Role
What you would be doing
design calculations
cost estimating
scheduling
data analysis
quantity estimating
detailing
- Contributes to the preparation or modification of reports, plans and designs for projects
- Perform design calculations and conduct investigative analyses toward completion of assigned design tasks, and direct preparation of design specifications
- Assists in the preparation of project quantity and cost estimates
- Organize scheduling of specific tasks and assignments
- Participate in the collection and analysis of data and preparation of satisfactory designs
- Perform quantity estimates, detailing and check calculations and drawings
What you bring
pe license
openroads designer
civil engineering
roadway design
driver's license
interpersonal skills
- Professional Engineering License in the State of Florida
- Proficient with Bentley OpenRoads Designer
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- 6 - 8 years of experience in roadway design
- A satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR).
- Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening to ensure a safe and productive work environment. Volkert adheres to federal guidelines, which may include testing for substances such as marijuana. Please note that federal regulations may differ from state-specific guidelines.
- Valid driver’s license.
- BS degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited four-year college or university
- Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
- 401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matching
- Employer-Paid short-term disability and long-term disability
- Student Debt Retirement Match
- Medical, Dental, & Vision
- Wellness incentives
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
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Interview process
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Security clearance- pre-employment drug screening required.
- valid driver’s license and satisfactory motor vehicle report required.
Company
Overview
Founded in 1925
Year Established
The company was established in New Orleans in 1925.
Went employee-owned in 1975
Employee Ownership
The company transitioned to being employee-owned in 1975.
Ranked 88th in 2022
Industry Ranking
Ranked in the top 100 U.S. design firms in 2022.
- Engineered landmark projects like the Lake Pontchartrain Causeway, still the longest continuous bridge over water.
- Expanded into ports, highways, and flood control—shaping major infrastructure from Sugar Bowl stadium expansions to interstate highway systems.
- Typical projects include airport terminals, major bridges, urban roadways, transit systems, waterfront, and environmental restoration.
- Specialist areas span transportation, water resources, energy, environmental consulting, aviation, and bridge design.
- The team includes experts ranging from landscape architects to real-estate specialists, enabling full-service offerings.
- Safety – We are committed to safety in all that we do.
- Integrity – We hold ourselves accountable to high ethical standards.
- Innovation – We embrace creativity and forward-thinking solutions.
- Excellence – We strive for the highest level of quality in our work.
- Collaboration – We foster teamwork and open communication.
2050
Net Zero Emissions Goal
Aim to achieve net zero emissions by this target year.
- They are committed to sustainability and environmental stewardship in all their projects.
- They promote green infrastructure, renewable energy solutions, and sustainable building practices.
- They actively work to reduce the carbon footprint of their operations and projects.
- They continuously evaluate and reduce waste, energy usage, and water consumption in operations.
25% Female Representation
Workforce Composition
Reflects the company's commitment to increasing gender diversity within its workforce.
- Fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment.
- Sets specific recruitment and retention goals for diverse talent.
- Participates in mentorship and leadership programs aimed at underrepresented groups.
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