We are seeking an experienced Highway Engineer to lead and manage transportation projects within our Fairfax Transportation - Highway Group. This role involves technical leadership, project management, and client coordination for complex roadway and multimodal transportation projects across the Mid-Atlantic region and nationally.
Responsibilities:- Lead the design and development of highway and transportation projects, including:
- Roadway alignments, geometric design, and roadside safety
- Multi-modal facilities (pedestrian, bicycle, transit)
- Maintenance of traffic and construction staging plans
- Prepare and review construction plans, specifications, cost estimates, and technical reports
- Ensure compliance with AASHTO, FHWA, and state DOT standards
- Manage project schedules, budgets, and deliverables
- Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior engineers
- Serve as a primary point of contact for clients and stakeholders
- Support business development through proposal preparation and client presentations
Requirements:- Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited program
- Must be certified as a Professional Engineer in Virginia or able to obtain within 6 months through comity from another state
- Must have 11-15 years of relevant job experience related to highway engineering
- Experience with design software tools such as MicroStation, InRoads, OpenRoads and AutoCAD preferred
- Experience designing and managing highway tasks and projects and preparing contract documents
- Knowledge of AASHTO, FHWA, and other relevant highway design guidelines, criteria, and standards required; knowledge of MDOT SHA guidelines, criteria, and standards preferred
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Positive attitude and willingness to work cooperatively with others
- Ability to effectively communicate orally/written at all levels of the organization
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to handle multiple assignments
Benefits:WRA recognizes that employees play an important role in its success. Our commitment to full-time employees is reflected in the comprehensive benefits package we offer:
- Flexible work schedule options
- Competitive salary
- Leave accrual and paid holidays
- Healthcare benefits
- Group Life Insurance, as well as additional optional life Insurance, short and long term disability insurance
- Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care reimbursement
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- Parental and maternity leave benefits
The expected compensation range for this position is $140,000.00 - $215,000.00. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and/or experience.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. WRA will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity. (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa)
Position #: 3427
#LI - Onsite #LI - Mid-Level
