The Opportunity:
Tetra Tech is seeking a Project Engineer - Roadway Design to join our Transportation team in Miami, FL. This full-time, on-site role supports FDOT Design-Bid-Build projects and provides opportunities for technical leadership and multidisciplinary coordination.
Position Summary:
This mid-level role supports FDOT roadway design and production efforts, including alignment, modeling, and plan development. The Project Engineer will also serve as a Deputy Project Manager, helping coordinate tasks, support client communication, and guide junior engineers and CAD staff.
Essential Job Functions:
The following duties are considered essential to the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
• Lead development of roadway design components such as geometry, roadway modeling, cross sections, and plans production for FDOT projects.
• Serve as Deputy Project Manager, supporting scheduling, task management, QC coordination, and client communication.
• Provide technical direction and mentorship to junior engineers and CAD staff.
• Ensure deliverables comply with FDOT Design Manuals, CADD Manual, PPM, and district-specific standards.
• Prepare construction plans, specifications, quantities, and engineering reports.
• Coordinate with drainage, traffic engineering, structures, and environmental disciplines.
• Assist with proposal preparation, scope development, and level-of-effort estimates.
Required Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering.
• 4-6 years of progressive roadway design experience.
• Engineering Intern (EI) certification required.
• Proficiency with FDOT plans production, MicroStation, and OpenRoads Designer.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Florida.
• Experience supporting or managing FDOT Design-Bid-Build projects.
Physical Requirements:
• Ability to perform occasional fieldwork, including walking on uneven surfaces.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods while performing design-related tasks.
Work Environment / Environmental Factors:
• Primarily office-based work with occasional site visits.
• Exposure to weather conditions during field activities.
• Moderate noise levels typical of office and field settings.
Additional Information:
• Full-time, on-site role based in Miami, FL.
• Standard business hours with flexibility based on project needs.
• Occasional travel for project coordination or site visits.
Life at Tetra Tech:
The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:
• Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
• Merit-based financial rewards.
• Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
• Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
• Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.
