Transportation Project Engineer

About the role

Benesch is hiring a Project Engineer to join our talented team in our Denver office. You will have the opportunity to work on various infrastructure projects for State DOTs, local municipalities, and private clients. You will provide design support for roadways, driveways, sidewalks, greenways, parks, multimodal improvements, and bridge replacement projects. You will regularly interact and coordinate design efforts with hydraulic, traffic, structures, environmental, and other disciplines to develop turnkey projects.

Responsibilities

• Work on the design of roadways, highways, and interstates from preliminary to final design
• Develop plans, specifications, reports, and cost estimates
• Coordinate with reviewers and other disciplines to ensure accuracy and quality of work
• Contribute to proposal development
• Directly assist Project Managers and Design Leaders
• Manage and maintain project documentation
• Collaborate with a dynamic team to complete project requirements and deliver a quality design to the client

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, or higher, is required
• 10+ years of roadway design experience
• PE is required
• CDOT roadway design experience preferred
• Experience working with clients such as State and County Departments of Transportation, and municipal
• Proficient at using Microstation and/or Inroads (Open Roads Designer a plus)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Location

This position will be based in our Denver office.

Pay

The expected compensation range for this position is $104,000—$135,000 USD. The final agreed-upon compensation is based on numerous factors, including but not limited to individual education, qualifications, prior work experience, and geographic location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary, overtime, and bonuses.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off plan that increases throughout your career plus several paid holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Company-paid life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability plans
• 401K plan and profit-sharing contributions (up to 9% for benefit-eligible employees)
• Wellness programs
• Parental leave for benefit-eligible employees

Why Benesch

• Investment in people, not just projects, with leadership development, training, and clear career paths
• Flexible schedules that support work-life balance
• Mentorship, hands-on experience, and opportunities to make an impact from day one
• Inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and respected