Senior Roadway Project Engineer

Cooperidge Consulting Firm•Chandler, AZ

About The Position

Cooperidge Consulting Firm is seeking a Senior Roadway Project Engineer to spearhead a massive infrastructure initiative in Chandler, AZ. This is an elite opportunity to join a premier transportation engineering team on a landmark $180 million project. Spanning 12 miles and featuring five complex interchanges—including a major diamond interchange—this two-year initiative is a career-defining project that will shape Arizona’s future mobility. We are looking for a technical leader who can transition seamlessly between advanced roadway design and high-level client advocacy. This role is designed for a Licensed PE who thrives on technical rigor, mentorship, and the management of high-profile infrastructure assets.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (Master’s preferred).
Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the state of Arizona is REQUIRED (or the ability to obtain reciprocity immediately).
Minimum of 8+ years of progressive experience in roadway and transportation engineering.
Massive Infrastructure Expertise: Demonstrated experience with large-scale roadway design or rail transit mitigation.
Software Proficiency: Advanced command of AutoCAD Civil 3D or equivalent modeling software.
Leadership: Proven ability to work independently on multi-million dollar projects while leading and mentoring design teams.
Communication: Exceptional presentation and verbal skills for high-level client-facing interactions.
Strategic Thinking: Ability to manage budgets and schedules without sacrificing technical precision.

Responsibilities

Advanced Design Leadership: Lead the engineering design for roadway and transportation projects, including the creation of complex drawings, technical reports, and regulatory documentation.
Large-Scale Project Execution: Manage technical deliverables for a 12-mile, $180M infrastructure project, ensuring all 5 interchanges meet safety and resilience standards.
Project Management Support: Develop project scopes, budgets, and design approaches; supervise resources and schedules in close coordination with Project Managers.
Client Advocacy: Act as the primary technical representative in client meetings, fostering strong relationships with contractors, consultants, and internal stakeholders.
Quality Assurance: Provide high-level technical oversight and mentorship to junior staff, ensuring all deliverables meet the firm’s standards for excellence.
Business Development: Support growth initiatives through technical proposal preparation and participation in high-stakes client interviews.
Complex Problem Solving: Apply advanced engineering principles to mitigate utility impacts and solve design bottlenecks in rail transit and roadway segments.