Transportation Project Engineer

About the job Transportation Project Engineer

Job Overview : Our client is seeking a skilled Project Manager with a strong background in transportation and natural resource engineering projects. This role involves managing project design, overseeing construction phases, coordinating with stakeholders, and ensuring that projects meet scope, schedule, and budget requirements. The ideal candidate will be proactive, highly organized, and experienced in both technical and client-facing aspects of engineering project management.

Key Responsibilities :

• Project Management : Lead and manage transportation and natural resource engineering projects from planning through to completion. Oversee project scope, schedule, and budget, ensuring alignment with client expectations and internal goals.
• Design & Technical Documentation : Develop and review engineering designs and prepare associated documentation using computer-assisted engineering and design software. Create and review construction documents and specifications to support project needs.
• NEPA Permitting and Compliance : Oversee the preparation and submission of NEPA permits, ensuring compliance with all environmental requirements and guidelines.
• Report Writing : Draft detailed engineering reports, technical specifications, and correspondence for a range of audiences, including clients, regulatory agencies, and internal teams.
• Construction Management & Observation : Supervise construction management activities, including field observations, to ensure projects are executed as planned. Address and resolve any issues that arise during construction.
• Stakeholder Coordination : Collaborate with government agencies, client teams, suppliers, contractors, and internal engineering staff to gather design information, secure approvals, and facilitate seamless project progress.
• Team Leadership : Manage and mentor internal technical teams, driving efficiency and maintaining a focus on project profitability.

Qualifications :

Benefits and Compensation :

Family-oriented and supportive work environment

Location Options : Primary locations include Billings or Helena, with additional opportunities in Spokane and Great Falls.

Schedule : Full-time

This role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on high-profile transportation and natural resource projects, joining a team that values collaboration, technical excellence, and career development.