Transportation Highway Lead Project Engineer

Wright-Pierce

The Role

Overview

Design and manage road, highway, and culvert projects, and support civil infrastructure work.

Key Responsibilities

  • roadway layout
  • 3d modeling
  • stormwater design
  • pavement management
  • project management
  • construction observation

Tasks

-Perform geometric roadway layout, 3D modeling for roadway grading, stormwater management design, and pavement management. -Review and assign work and/or check design calculations of junior staff. -Perform delegated project management tasks in support of project execution. -Perform engineering calculations and develop engineering reports, plans, specifications and estimates. -Participate in construction observation and administration.

Requirements

  • pe license
  • b.s. civil
  • autocad
  • civil 3d
  • bentley
  • 8-10 yrs

What You Bring

-Professional Engineer License required -Able to build strong relationship with coworkers. -Personal organization and time management skills. -B.S. Degree in Civil Engineering or similar -Strong communication, self-motivation, and interpersonal skills. -8 – 10 years’ experience required, focused design of road and highway transportation systems. -Experience using Microsoft Office Suite, MicroStation, AutoCAD, Mathcad. -Excellent attention to detail. -M.S. degree considered a plus -Experience using highway and drainage design software: AutoCAD Civil 3D, Bentley Civil WorkSuite, Bentley Open Roads Designer, HydroCAD, and similar design software. -Experience with site civil infrastructure considered a plus.

Benefits

-Medical, dental, and vision insurance beginning on date of hire -Paid volunteer hours -Flexible work schedules and hybrid work environment -Defined career development path, mentorship program, and Wright-Pierce University training program -Paid time off, paid and floating holidays, and paid parental leave -Mental health and well-being benefit -401(k) match with employer match and profit-sharing contribution with no vesting period -Wellness program with fitness reimbursement

The Company

About Wright-Pierce

-Builds a reputation as a trusted partner for water and infrastructure solutions. -Specializes in providing innovative engineering and environmental services. -Handles projects ranging from water treatment to wastewater management. -Serves clients across diverse sectors to ensure sustainable utilities. -Expertise spans the full project lifecycle, from concept to construction and operations. -Known for tackling challenging, large-scale projects requiring advanced solutions. -Key projects include wastewater treatment plants, water distribution systems, and flood control solutions. -Collaborates with local governments and private clients to deliver projects on time and within budget. -Originally rooted in New England, now expanded to serve clients nationwide.

Sector Specialisms

Water

Wastewater

Civil Engineering

Electrical Engineering

SCADA / Instrumentation Engineering

Water Resources

Mechanical / HVAC Engineering

Architectural / Structural Engineering

Stormwater Management

Watershed Management and Planning

Climate Change/Flooding

Dams

Drinking Water

Transportation