Michael Baker International

Senior Civil Engineer - Highway/Roadway

Michael Baker International$127K — $180K *
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering required
  • 8-12+ years of highway design experience specifically for NYC transportation clients
  • Strong knowledge of AASHTO, FHWA MUTCD, and NYC design standards
  • New York PE license mandatory
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Proficient in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, AutoTurn, and Microsoft Office; knowledge of Primavera P6 is preferred
  • Demonstrated ability to learn internal processes and client-specific standards quickly.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with Project Managers and discipline leads on NYC roadway projects
  • Produce complex design plans and engineering estimates for street and highway projects
  • Provide technical expertise across various civil engineering facets: geometry, grading, drainage, utilities, and more
  • Mentor junior engineers and conduct QA/QC reviews for project deliverables
  • Serve as a liaison for clients, stakeholders, and subconsultants to ensure project needs are met
  • Lead and contribute to project meetings and client presentations
  • Effectively manage multiple projects and priorities at once.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on large-scale projects in New York City
  • Mentorship and leadership opportunities in a collaborative work environment
  • Engagement in high-profile client and stakeholder interactions
  • Hybrid work model offering flexibility between remote and in-office work
  • Access to advanced engineering software and tools for project delivery.
Full Job Description
Job Description

TRANSPORTATION PRACTICE

Our New York Highway Operations is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer - Highway/Roadway Design. This role will primarily be responsible for civil roadway and infrastructure design for New York City agencies. You will leverage your engineering knowledge and skills to prepare basic studies, construction documents, drawings, maps, reports and supporting documentation and calculations.

What You'll Do:

  • Partner with Project Managers and discipline leads to deliver large-scale roadway and highway projects within the NYC ROW.
  • Lead production of complex design plans and engineering estimates for street and highway projects.
  • Provide technical expertise in roadway geometry, grading, drainage, utilities, water/sewer, traffic signals, street lighting, and MOT/construction staging.
  • Oversee and mentor junior engineers; perform QA/QC reviews and provide technical guidance.
  • Serve as a key client, stakeholder, and subconsultant interface to coordinate project delivery.
  • Lead and participate in project meetings and client presentations.
  • Manage multiple projects and priorities concurrently.


What You Need to Succeed:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering with 8-12+ years of highway design experience for NYC transportation clients (NYCDDC, NYCDOT, NYCDEP).
  • Strong knowledge of AASHTO, FHWA MUTCD, and NYC agency design standards.
  • New York PE license required.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, AutoTurn, and Microsoft Office; Primavera P6 preferred.
  • Ability to quickly learn internal processes, client standards, and project-specific tools.


Compensation:

The approximate compensation range for this position is $127,000 to $180,000. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.

#LI-RC1

#LI-HYBRID

About Michael Baker International

Michael Baker International is a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management. The company provides its comprehensive range of services and solutions to a broad range of markets, including transportation, facilities, environmental, energy, water and government.
Learn more about Michael Baker International
Size
5,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1940

Similar Jobs

More Jobs at Michael Baker International

More Real Estate & Construction Jobs

Find similar Senior Civil Engineer - Highway/Roadway jobs: