Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP is seeking a highly motivated Senior Highway Engineer to join our growing team in Tampa, Florida. This is a key role supporting the expansion of our Florida operations and delivering a robust and diverse portfolio of transportation projects. We are looking for a seasoned professional who brings strong technical expertise, leadership, and a passion for building lasting client relationships.
Responsibilities:- Serve as Engineer of Record on highway and roadway design projects.
- Lead and perform senior-level technical design tasks, ensuring quality and compliance with applicable standards.
- Provide mentorship and guidance to junior engineering staff, fostering professional growth and development.
- Assist with project management duties including scheduling, budgeting, and client coordination.
- Support proposal development, including technical writing and scope definition.
- Play an active role in business development, helping to identify and pursue new project opportunities in the Jacksonville and broader Florida market.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across WRA's offices to deliver successful project outcomes.
Requirements:- A minimum of 16 years of experience in highway design
- Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited program
- P.E., registered in the state of Florida or ability to obtain within 6 months
- Strong knowledge of FDOT standards, specifications, policies, and procedures
- Experience designing roadway projects and preparing contract documents in accordance with FDOT policies and procedures; experience with other state and local agencies in the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic a plus
- Experience with design software tools such as MicroStation, Geopak, InRoads, OpenRoads and AutoCAD
- 3D design experience a plus
- Experience with Alternative Delivery projects (Design-Build, P3, etc.) a plus
- Ability to effectively communicate orally/written at all levels of the organization
- Ability to travel to project sites, company offices and client meetings
- Positive attitude and willingness to work cooperatively with others
- Willingness to continue to learn and grow technically and professionally within the company
- Openness to utilizing and developing new technologies and approaches for performing work
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 $160,000.00 - $240,000.00. 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 # 3373
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