Roadway Project Engineer, PE

Position Summary

This mid-level role supports FDOT roadway design and production efforts, including alignment, modeling, and plan development. The Project Engineer will also serve as a Deputy Project Manager, supporting scheduling, task management, QC coordination, and client communication.

Essential Job Functions

• Lead development of roadway design components such as geometry, roadway modeling, cross sections, and plans production for FDOT projects.
• Serve as Deputy Project Manager, supporting scheduling, task management, QC coordination, and client communication.
• Provide technical direction and mentorship to junior engineers and CAD staff.
• Ensure deliverables comply with FDOT Design Manuals, CADD Manual, PPM, and district-specific standards.
• Prepare construction plans, specifications, quantities, and engineering reports.
• Cook with drainage, traffic engineering, structures, and environmental disciplines.
• Aid with proposal preparation, scope development, and level-of-effort estimates.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering.
• 4–6 years of progressive roadway design experience.
• Engineering Intern (EI) certification required.
• Proficiency with FDOT plans production, MicroStation, and OpenRoads Designer.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Florida.
• Experience supporting or managing FDOT Design-Bid-Build projects.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform occasional fieldwork, including walking on uneven surfaces.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods while performing design-related tasks.

Work Environment / Environmental Factors

• Primarily office-based work with occasional site visits.
• Exposure to weather conditions during field activities.
• Moderate noise levels typical of office and field settings.

Additional Information

• Full-time, on-site role based in Miami, FL.
• Standard business hours with flexibility based on project needs.
• Occasional travel for project coordination or site visits.

About Tetra Tech

Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.

Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.

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