East Gulf Alternative Delivery Roadway Design Lead at Volkert, Inc. in Birmingham, AL | Kablio

Role

Description

specification

roadway plans

design lead

cost estimating

coordination

staff mentoring

Prepare specification packages
Develop and mentor roadway staff
Prepare roadway plan set components including plan, profile, cross section, and detail sheets
Serve as a hands-on, project based, Roadway Lead for our East Gulf projects providing roadway discipline leadership, technical expertise, and roadway design production oversight
Calculate quantities and prepare construction cost estimates
Coordinate with other engineering disciplines in a team environment
Coordinate with clients and sub-consultants

Requirements

dot

microstation

openroad

licensed pe

leadership

20+ years

Experience with DOT’s on Major Highway and Interstate projects
Alternative Delivery design experience required
20+/- years experience
Valid driver’s license
Leadership and Team Building experience
OpenRoad Design experience preferred
A satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR)
Licensed PE (Alabama and/or Tennessee preferred)
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
Competent with MicroStation

Benefits

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

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

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Visa Sponsorship

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Security clearance

pre‑employment drug screening required.
potential post‑offer fit‑for‑duty evaluation.
satisfactory motor vehicle report (mvr) required.

Company

Overview

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.

Culture + Values

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.

Environment + Sustainability

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.

Inclusion & Diversity

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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About Volkert

Volkert Projects

East Gulf Alternative Delivery Roadway Design Lead

Volkert, Inc.

East Gulf Alternative Delivery Roadway Design Lead

Volkert, Inc.

Description

specification

roadway plans

design lead

cost estimating

coordination

staff mentoring

Requirements

dot

microstation

openroad

licensed pe

leadership

20+ years

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance

Overview

Culture + Values

Environment + Sustainability

Inclusion & Diversity

Articles

Description

specification

roadway plans

design lead

cost estimating

coordination

staff mentoring

Requirements

dot

microstation

openroad

licensed pe

leadership

20+ years

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance

Overview

Culture + Values

Environment + Sustainability

Inclusion & Diversity

Articles

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.

2050

Net Zero Emissions Goal

Aim to achieve net zero emissions by this target year.

25% Female Representation

Workforce Composition

Reflects the company's commitment to increasing gender diversity within its workforce.