Senior Roadway Project Engineer

Cooperidge Consulting Firm

$90K — $120K *
Transportation
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (Master's preferred)
  • Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Arizona (or ability to obtain reciprocity)
  • Minimum of 8+ years' experience in roadway and transportation engineering
  • Experience with large-scale roadway design or rail transit mitigation
  • Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D or equivalent software

Responsibilities

  • Lead engineering design for complex roadway and transportation projects
  • Manage technical deliverables for a $180M, 12-mile infrastructure project
  • Develop scopes, budgets, and designs; supervise resources and schedules
  • Serve as primary technical representative in client meetings
  • Provide oversight and mentorship to junior staff
  • Assist with technical proposal preparation and client interviews
  • Apply engineering principles to solve design challenges

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance
  • Life insurance coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company matching
  • Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, and holidays
  • Opportunities for career growth and advancement
Full Job Description
Cooperidge Consulting Firm is seeking a Senior Roadway Project Engineer to spearhead a massive infrastructure initiative in Chandler, AZ.

This is an elite opportunity to join a premier transportation engineering team on a landmark $180 million project. Spanning 12 miles and featuring five complex interchanges-including a major diamond interchange-this two-year initiative is a career-defining project that will shape Arizona's future mobility. We are looking for a technical leader who can transition seamlessly between advanced roadway design and high-level client advocacy. This role is designed for a Licensed PE who thrives on technical rigor, mentorship, and the management of high-profile infrastructure assets.

Job Responsibilities
  • Advanced Design Leadership: Lead the engineering design for roadway and transportation projects, including the creation of complex drawings, technical reports, and regulatory documentation.
  • Large-Scale Project Execution: Manage technical deliverables for a 12-mile, $180M infrastructure project, ensuring all 5 interchanges meet safety and resilience standards.
  • Project Management Support: Develop project scopes, budgets, and design approaches; supervise resources and schedules in close coordination with Project Managers.
  • Client Advocacy: Act as the primary technical representative in client meetings, fostering strong relationships with contractors, consultants, and internal stakeholders.
  • Quality Assurance: Provide high-level technical oversight and mentorship to junior staff, ensuring all deliverables meet the firm's standards for excellence.
  • Business Development: Support growth initiatives through technical proposal preparation and participation in high-stakes client interviews.
  • Complex Problem Solving: Apply advanced engineering principles to mitigate utility impacts and solve design bottlenecks in rail transit and roadway segments.

Requirements
Education & Licensing (Mandatory)
  • Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (Master's preferred).
  • Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the state of Arizona is REQUIRED (or the ability to obtain reciprocity immediately).
Experience & Technical Skills
  • Minimum of 8+ years of progressive experience in roadway and transportation engineering.
  • Massive Infrastructure Expertise: Demonstrated experience with large-scale roadway design or rail transit mitigation.
  • Software Proficiency: Advanced command of AutoCAD Civil 3D or equivalent modeling software.
  • Leadership: Proven ability to work independently on multi-million dollar projects while leading and mentoring design teams.
Soft Skills
  • Communication: Exceptional presentation and verbal skills for high-level client-facing interactions.
  • Strategic Thinking: Ability to manage budgets and schedules without sacrificing technical precision.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance plans
  • Life insurance coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions
  • Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, and holidays
  • Opportunities for career growth and advancement

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