Roadway Project Engineer

We are currently searching for an experienced Roadway Project Engineer to support our Gulf Region located in Mississippi and/or Tennessee. To be considered for this position, applicants must have, at minimum, 3 years relevant experience in roadway design. Candidates should be based in or open to relocating to Mississippi or Tennessee.

About the role

Familiarity with calculating plans quantities and engineering estimates, developing construction specifications, and coordinating with subconsultants. Leading or assisting in the development of project designs and directing EIs and designers to successfully execute and deliver project work, while implementing client-focused strategies. Applying established and well-defined engineering techniques, procedures, policies, or standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and modifies reports, specifications, plans, construction schedules, and designs for projects
• Aspires to work in a team environment and is willing to participate in business development efforts and meetings with clients
• Works as part of a team delivering a range of transportation and civil design projects
• Participates in ongoing development, communication, and implementation of team concepts, programs, and policies
• Coordinates work to ensure best practices with all team members
• Attends appropriate team meetings
• Works on detailed engineering assignments including calculations and relatively standard work activities
• Adjusts and correlates data, recognizes discrepancies in results
• Identifies and analyzes problems using reasoning to arrive at conclusions
• Applies standard practices and techniques to accomplish work assignments
• Understands and adheres to assigned phase and task schedules and budgets to ensure timely and cost-effective completion of projects
• Adheres to company standards for quality assurance and quality control as defined in the quality manual

Requirements

• BS in Civil Engineering from an accredited four-year college or university
• 3-6 years relevant experience in roadway design
• Must have proven skills in meeting DOT expectations, schedules, and budgets
• EIT is required
• Experienced in DOT design methods, plan preparation, standards, and specifications
• Proficient with OpenRoads Designer
• 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 and a satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR)

Skills

• PE is preferred
• Experience working with state Departments of Transportation (DOTs)
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Benefits

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

Volkert is employee-owned and a Top 100 design firm, committed to providing clients with creative solutions for sustainability, including improvements to infrastructure, the environment, and natural resources. Founded in 1925, Volkert is celebrating a century of serving our employees, clients, partners, and communities.