About this opportunity
Volkert, Inc. lists this Senior Roadway Project Engineer opportunity in tyler, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
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. Applicants must have at minimum ten (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 subconsultants
Leading or assisting in the development of project designs and directing EIs and designers to successfully execute and deliver project work, while implementing client focused strategies
Applying established and well-defined engineering techniques, procedures, policies or standards
Prepares and modifies reports, specifications, plans, construction schedules, and designs for projects
Aspires 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 projects
Participates in ongoing development, communication and implementation of team concepts, programs and policies. Coordinates work to ensure best practices with all team members
Attends appropriate team meetings
Work on detailed engineering assignments including calculations and relatively standard work activities
Adjusts and correlates data, recognizes discrepancies in results
Identify and analyze problems using reasoning to arrive at conclusions
Applies standard practices and techniques to accomplish work assignments
Understands and adheres to assigned phase and task schedules and budgets to ensure timely and cost-effective completion of project
Adheres to company standards for quality assurance and quality control as defined in the quality manual
What You Need To Have
BS degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited four-year college or university
10+ years relevant experience in roadway design
Must have proven skills in meeting DOT expectations, schedules and budgets
PE is required
Experienced in DOT design methods, plan preparation, standards, and specifications
Proficient with OpenRoads Designer
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
Valid driver’s license and a satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR)
Bonus Points If You Have
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Previous TxDOT experience
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 disability and long‑term disability
Wellness incentives
Student Debt Retirement Match
Additional voluntary benefits
EOE-Race/Sex/Vets/Disabled
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Who can apply
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