Senior Civil Project Engineer - Transportation

Overview

Lead and coordinate geometric transportation design projects, ensuring compliance and client liaison.

Key Responsibilities

• cad modeling
• cost estimating
• constructability
• permitting
• client liaison
• project planning

Tasks

-Evaluates need for design changes and makes appropriate recommendations -Participates in project scoping and fee estimating and proposal preparation, interviews, and negotiations -Assigns responsibilities and sees the execution of tasks are begun and completed according to schedule -Adheres to company standards for quality assurance and quality control as defined in the quality manual -Uses computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment to prepare engineering and design documents -Consults with construction personnel concerning design constructability as related to field conditions, sequencing and scheduling of construction activities -Submits documents to federal, state, and local agencies for code compliance review and obtains permits required -Serves as technical liaison with clients on project efforts and coordinates technical efforts within discipline areas -Prepares and modifies reports, specifications, plans, construction schedules, environmental studies, and designs for projects -Reviews assigned project(s) after award to define project scope, determine work procedures/sequences and develops schedules, budgets, staffing, sub-consultant involvement, and progress billings

Requirements

• bs civil
• pe
• openroads
• dot experience
• project management
• leadership

What You Bring

-BS degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited four-year college or university -Must have proven skills in meeting DOT expectations, schedules, and budgets -A satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR) -Demonstrated capabilities and success in managing medium to large projects, multi-office projects, and/or multiple projects -Proficient with OpenRoads Designer -Strong interpersonal and communication skills -Attends onsite and offsite client meetings. Must be a good communicator -Valid driver’s license -7-10 years relevant experience with 5 years of experience at the Project Manager level with DOT projects -Experienced in DOT design methods, plan preparation, standards, and specifications -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 -Proven leadership, communication, mentoring and client liaison skills -PE required

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Benefits

-Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays -Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance -Wellness incentives -Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) -Medical, Dental, & Vision -Student Debt Retirement Match -401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matching -Employer-Paid short-term disability and long-term disability

About Volkert, Inc.

-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.

Sector Specialisms

Security Clearance

-must pass pre‑employment drug screening per federal guidelines. -may require post‑offer fit‑for‑duty evaluation and valid driver’s license with satisfactory mvr.