Project Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to the design and development of transportation infrastructure projects, including major highways, roadways, and a variety of related infrastructure
• Coordinate with design teams to prepare and develop engineering plans, specifications, and technical calculations
• Utilize engineering software tools such as AutoCAD/Civil 3D and MicroStation/ORD to develop project designs and provide technical expertise for design modeling
• Apply advanced knowledge in transportation roadway design to develop creative, efficient solutions
• Use critical thinking skills when encountering complex problems within plan sets involving roads, drainage, traffic, signing, pavement markings, sidewalk ramps, curbs, traffic maintenance and more that need resolving
• Provide technical guidance and support to Design Engineers, technical staff, and project team members
• Conduct feasibility studies and prepare project cost estimates
• Perform client construction site visits and inspections to monitor project progress and ensure compliance with design specifications, standards, and regulations throughout the project lifecycle
• Collaborate with clients, contractors, and engineers to ensure project objectives are met
• Attend client and project meetings
• Work closely with Project Managers on project schedules, budgets, and resources to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget
• Prioritize tasks and display accountability to the project team to deliver high quality projects
• Assist marketing team with generating a project proposal

Position Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field
• Minimum 4 years of civil engineering experience
• 2+ years of experience in transportation roadway infrastructure projects
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the state of Michigan
• Proficiency in AutoCAD/Civil 3D, MicroStation/ORD, and Microsoft Office Programs (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead teams and collaborate effectively with clients