Parsons
Principal Civil Roadway & Highway Engineer
5540 Centerview Drive, Raleigh, NC
Full-time · $104k–$181k (as posted)
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Job Description:
Join Parsons Corporation as a Principal-Level Roadway & Highway Design Engineer
Are you an experienced Civil Engineer looking to elevate your career to the next level? Parsons Corporation is seeking a dynamic and seasoned professional to join our team as a Principal-Level Roadway & Highway Design Engineer. This is an exciting opportunity for senior engineers who are eager to step into project management and lead impactful projects.
What You'll Be Doing:
Lead with Excellence: Oversee the technical excellence of engineering functions across projects, ensuring seamless coordination of technical disciplines and the development of innovative project alternatives, from preliminary to final design.
Mentor and Guide: Provide technical direction and design leadership, mentoring junior engineers on roadway design projects for local and state agencies, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented environment.
Design and Documentation: Prepare comprehensive design and construction documents, including horizontal/vertical geometric designs, superelevation computations, plan and profile sheets, cross-sections, public hearing display boards, design exception and waiver documentation, cost estimates, and QA/QC documents.
Collaborate and Coordinate: Work closely with the project team and interdisciplinary technical personnel to ensure cohesive project execution.
Support Project Management: Assist the project manager in delivering project milestones, ensuring adherence to client criteria and scope.
Technical Reporting: Prepare detailed technical reports and documentation for clients and project managers, ensuring clear communication and project transparency.
Resource Management: Assist in identifying and managing project resources, liaising with support departments, other offices, or subsidiaries to assemble effective project teams.
Business Development: Contribute to identifying new project pursuits, gather intelligence on potential opportunities, participate in Parsons’ pursuit process, and potentially lead responses to client requests for proposals/qualifications.
What Required Skills & Qualifications You'll Bring:
Educational Background: A 4-year degree in Civil Engineering (or related field).
Experience: 8+ years of related work experience, with a proven track record in roadway and highway design.
Professional Credentials: Professional Engineer (PE) registration is required.
Technical Expertise: Proficiency with MicroStation v8i and Geopak is essential; experience with Civil3D and ORD (Open Roads Designer) is preferred.
Communication Skills: Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical information clearly and effectively.
Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with industry practices and regulations, with specific experience working with NCDOT/SCDOT.
Location Flexibility:
We understand the importance of flexibility in today's work environment. Candidates can be located in either Raleigh, North Carolina or Columbia, South Carolina, with an ideal hybrid office attendance arrangement. This allows for a balance between remote work and in-office collaboration, ensuring both productivity and work-life balance.
At Parsons, we are committed to fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and professional growth. If you are ready to take on a leadership role and make a significant impact on our roadway and highway design projects, we invite you to apply and join our team of dedicated professionals.
Apply today and take the next step in your career with Parsons Corporation!
Security Clearance Requirement:
NoneThis position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team.For more than 80 years, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world. We work in collaborative teams, both within the company and with our partners and customers, to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We take special pride in projects and solutions that improve communities as well as people’s quality of life by promoting economic growth, enhancing mobility, and increasing sustainability and resiliency. Powered by our people, we provide the imagination necessary to support our customers’ visions—and to help them see what's next!Salary Range: $103,500.00 - $181,100.00We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/.