Senior Roadway Project Engineer

Are we the road to your future?We are currently searching for an experienced Senior Roadway Project Engineer to support our Southwest Region located in either Austin, El Paso, Houston, McKinney, Round Rock, or Tyler, TX . To be considered for this position, applicants must have at minimum, 10 years of relevant experience in roadway design.What you'll be doing:Familiarity with calculating plans quantities and engineering estimates, developing construction specifications, and coordinating with subconsultantsLeading or assisting in the development of project designs and directing EIs and designers to successfully execute and deliver project work, while implementing client focused strategiesApplying established and well-defined engineering techniques, procedures, policies or standardsPrepares and modifies reports, specifications, plans, construction schedules, and designs for projectsAspires to work in a team environment and is willing to participate in business development efforts and meetings with clients. Work as part of a team to deliver a range of transportation and civil design projectsParticipates in ongoing development, communication and implementation of team concepts, programs and policies. Coordinates work to ensure best practices with all team membersAttends appropriate team meetingsWork on detailed engineering assignments including calculations and relatively standard work activitiesAdjusts and correlates data, recognizes discrepancies in resultsIdentify and analyze problems using reasoning to arrive at conclusionsApplies standard practices and techniques to accomplish work assignmentsUnderstands and adheres to assigned phase and task schedules and budgets to ensure timely and cost-effective completion of projectAdheres to company standards for quality assurance and quality control as defined in the quality manualWhat you need to have:BS degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited four‑year college or university10+ years relevant experience in roadway designMust have proven skills in meeting DOT expectations, schedules and budgetsPE is requiredExperienced in DOT design methods, plan preparation, standards, and specificationsProficient with OpenRoads DesignerAbility 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 guidelinesValid driver's license and a satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR)Bonus points if you have:Strong interpersonal and communication skillsPrevious TxDOT experienceKey Benefits:Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)Medical, Dental & Vision401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matchingPaid Time Off (PTO) and holidaysEmployer‑Paid Life/AD&D insuranceEmployer‑Paid short‑term disability and long‑term disabilityWellness incentivesStudent Debt Retirement MatchAdditional voluntary benefitsEOE‑Race/Sex/Vets/Disabled#J-18808-Ljbffr