Project Engineer- Transportation

T. Baker Smith•Houston, TX

16h•Hybrid

About The Position

Plans, designs, and directs transportation engineering projects. This is a technical position involved in non-routine and complex assignments related to roadway, highway, drainage, traffic, and transportation infrastructure projects. The Project Engineer works closely with the Project Manager and Lead Professional to develop and implement transportation design concepts and deliver high-quality engineering solutions. The Project Engineer may handle some project management responsibilities but will primarily focus on technical execution and coordination.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering field
Professional Engineer (P.E.) license
Experience in transportation engineering design projects.
Ability to relate to clients and people at all levels of the organization and possess excellent communication and diplomacy skills.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex technical documents and engineering standards.
Ability to operate a computer using technical software applications, spreadsheets, and other business software.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with transportation design standards and software such as MicroStation, OpenRoads Designer, AutoCAD Civil 3D, or similar applications preferred.

Responsibilities

Leads technical tasks on transportation projects
Participates in project planning, including preparation of scope, schedule, and budget.
Develops engineering design concepts for transportation projects, including roadway geometry, drainage systems, traffic control, signing and pavement markings, and related infrastructure improvements.
Uses and maintains current knowledge of transportation engineering software, design standards, procedures, and regulations, including DOT and local agency requirements.
Performs engineering analyses and calculations related to transportation design projects.
Mentors and may lead younger engineers and technicians on technical design tasks.
Prepares or modifies reports, computations, specifications, plans, studies, permits, and engineering designs for transportation projects.
Prepares or modifies quantity estimates, construction documents, and cost estimates.
Assures drawings and designs are in accordance with project requirements and applicable federal, state, and local standards.
Coordinates preparation of design plans and technical documents for agency review and approval.
Coordinates with the overall Project Manager and project team, including clients, subconsultants, and regulatory agencies, on project tasks.
Attends project, client, and public meetings, day or night, as required.
Assists with coordination between engineering disciplines to support project delivery.
Optimizes the scope, budget, and schedule of the project/task under the direction of the Project Manager.
Communicate changes in workload, project scope, schedules, and budgets with the Project Manager.
Direct and reviews work of project team members to assure quality control and compliance with firm standards.
Potential supervision of team members, including engineer interns and/or project technicians.