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Senior Civil Project Engineer - Transportation in , us

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We are currently searching for an experienced

Senior Civil Project Engineer - Transportation

to support our

Southwest Region

located in

Texas .

The ideal candidate will be responsible for coordination and oversight of geometric design projects.

What you'll be doing:

Prepares and modifies reports, specifications, plans, construction schedules, environmental studies, and designs for projects

Evaluates need for design changes and makes appropriate recommendations

Serves as technical liaison with clients on project efforts and coordinates technical efforts within discipline areas

Consults with construction personnel concerning design constructability as related to field conditions, sequencing and scheduling of construction activities

Attends onsite and offsite client meetings. Must be a good communicator

Uses computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment to prepare engineering and design documents

Adheres to company standards for quality assurance and quality control as defined in the quality manual

Participates in project scoping and estimating and proposal preparation, interviews, and negotiations

Reviews assigned project(s) after award to define project scope, determine work procedures/sequences and develops schedules, budgets, staffing, sub-consultant involvement, and progress billings

Assigns responsibilities and sees the execution of tasks are begun and completed according to schedule

Submits documents to federal, state, and local agencies for code compliance review and obtains permits required

What you need to have:

BS degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited four-year college or university

7-10 years relevant experience with 5 years of experience at the Project Manager level with DOT projects

Must have proven skills in meeting DOT expectations, schedules, and budgets

PE required

Experienced in DOT design methods, plan preparation, standards, and specifications

Demonstrated capabilities and success in managing medium to large projects, multi-office projects, and/or multiple projects

Proven leadership, communication, mentoring and client liaison skills

Proficient with OpenRoads Designer

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening to ensure a safe and productive work environment. Volkert adheres to federal guidelines, which may include testing for substances such as marijuana. Please note that federal regulations may differ from state-specific guidelines

If applicable to the position, a post offer fit for duty evaluation to ensure the individual can safely perform the essential functions of the role

Valid driver's license

A satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR)

Why Volkert?

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 and long-term

Wellness incentives

Student Debt Retirement Match

Additional voluntary benefits

The words from our Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, Thomas A. Hand, PE, capture best how you can make an impact while working for Volkert.

"For a century, Volkert has done meaningful work that improves our infrastructure and quality of life throughout our communities. We are proud of our one-hundred-year legacy and humbled by the opportunities ahead of us as we look forward to our next century of service. With our commitment to employee ownership and sustainable growth, you can build a career here that really makes a difference."

- Thomas A. Hand, PE, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer

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Volkert does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies or -based recruitment services.

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Senior Civil Project Engineer - Transportation in , us

95450 Us
Full time

Published on 11/04/2025

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