Senior Roadway Project Engineer
About the role
We are currently searching for an experienced Senior Roadway Project Engineer to support our Southwest Region located in either Bossier City, LA.
Responsibilities
- 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
- Prepares and modifies reports, specifications, plans, construction schedules, and designs for projects
- Works in a team environment and participates in business development efforts and meetings with clients
- Works on detailed engineering assignments including calculations and relatively standard work activities
- Affixes 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 project
- Adheres to company standards for quality assurance and quality control as defined in the quality manual
Requirements
- BS degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited four-year college or university
- 10+ years relevant experience in roadway design
- Proven skills in meeting DOT expectations, schedules and budgets
- PE required
- Experienced in DOT design methods, plan preparation, standards, and specifications
- Proficient with OpenRoads Designer
Qualifications
- Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening to ensure a safe and productive work environment
- Valid driver’s license and a satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR)
Skills
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Previous LADOTD experience
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
Pay
Negotiable based on experience and qualifications.
Schedule
Full-time, Monday through Friday.
Company Information
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. At Volkert, we pride ourselves on providing all of our employees with competitive compensation, positive work/life balance, and professional development opportunities, as well as fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace in all of our offices nationwide.
Key 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
EOE-Race/Sex/Vets/Disabled
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