Project Engineer - Roundabouts

Westwood Professional Services•Appleton, WI

13h

About The Position

Project Engineer - Roundabouts Westwood Professional Services, Inc. Westwood Professional Services, Inc . is seeking an experienced and highly skilled Project Engineer specializing in roundabouts and roadway design. The ideal candidate will have in-depth knowledge of the planning, design, and construction of roundabouts, with a strong understanding of traffic flow management, safety considerations, and environmental factors. As a Senior Civil Engineer, you will lead and manage projects from conception through to completion, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and stakeholders to ensure the successful implementation of diverse roadway design projects.

Requirements

In-depth knowledge of roundabout design principles, capacity analysis and traffic management strategies
Skilled in the use of local and national design standards (WisDOT, MUTCD, AASHTO, etc.)
Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil3D and Microsoft Office applications
Excellent communication, coordination and leadership skills
Strong sense of urgency and self-initiative to meet project deadlines
Detail-oriented with an ability to contribute to a positive work environment
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Able to proactively pursue design solutions
Ability to delegate assignments and determine methods and procedures
Detail-oriented but also flexible enough to be big picture/conceptual
Ability to develop relationships with peers, clients, and public agencies
BS in Civil Engineering
Licensed Professional Civil Engineer (PE) in WI (or capable of obtaining within 6 months)
8+ years of progressive experience in roadway design
Wisconsin DOT Level 1 or higher Qualified Roundabout Designer certificate

Responsibilities

Work as a senior member of our roadway design team under the direction of various Project Managers.
Lead the design of roundabouts, intersections and roadways for various transportation projects, ensuring compliance with local, state, and national standards (such as WisDOT, AASHTO and MUTCD)
Manage all phases of roadway design and roundabout projects, including planning and design.
Collaborate with project managers, contractors, and other engineers to ensure timely completion of projects within budget.
Coordinate with clients, public agencies, and stakeholders to ensure that designs meet their needs and regulatory requirements.
Provide technical leadership to junior engineers and project teams, offering guidance and mentorship in roundabout design and engineering practices.
Prepare detailed construction drawings using AutoCAD Civil 3D
Produce high quality work and implement and maintain QA/QC procedure
Oversee the technical aspects of various projects
Coordinate with other disciplines, support services and subconsultants
Review plans, technical specifications, contract documents and estimates
Prepare technical specifications and cost estimates
Perform field reviews and other assessments for use in design
Participate in contract bidding, provide limited observation during construction, review submittals and RFIs
Represent clients and Westwood in meetings with governmental agencies
Prepare, maintain, and coordinate schedules of multiple concurrent projects
Develop and track milestones to ensure on-time and on-budget delivery
Ensure division, regional, and company values, policies and practices are consistently followed within the survey service
Lead by example – display solid judgment, good values, trust, honesty, openness, and professionalism