Job Description: We are seeking an experienced Highway Project Engineer to join our team in Columbus. The successful candidate will be responsible for engineering design and project management within the highways team, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan, schedule, conduct, or coordinate detailed phases of engineering work for major projects.
- Analyze survey reports, maps, drawings, blueprints, and other topographical or geologic data to plan projects.
- Perform design computations and develop construction cost estimates.
- Prepare and compile contract plans, specifications, and estimates.
- Manage project sub-consultants and in-house support disciplines.
- Develop extra work order requests and open-end contract task proposals.
- Attend meetings with clients and coordinate with internal team members to ensure project completion by the defined deadline and established quality.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field from an ABET-accredited program.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in highway or transportation engineering.
- Proficiency in design software, including OpenRoads 3D Modeling and MicroStation.
- Experience with ODOT design programs and other industry-leading engineering software.
- Strong project management and organizational skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Collaborative and supportive work environment.
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): As part of our benefits package, we offer an ESOP, which gives employees ownership interest in the company in the form of shares of stock. This plan encourages employees to contribute to the company's success, as they directly benefit from the company's growth and profitability. ESOPs also provide significant tax advantages and can enhance retirement savings and financial security
