Wright-Pierce
Transportation Highway Lead Project Engineer
Wright-Pierce, Portsmouth, New Hampshire, United States, 00215
Transportation Highway Lead Project Engineer
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Job Overview Wright‑Pierce, an award‑winning, multi‑disciplinary environmental engineering firm specializing in water, wastewater, and civil infrastructure, is hiring a
Transportation Highway Lead Project Engineer
to advance our civil projects.
Salary range: $85,000 – $140,000 per year, adjusted for education, experience, certifications, and location.
Responsibilities
Technical design focused on road, highway, and large culvert projects, with opportunities to support civil site infrastructure including water/wastewater treatment facilities, industrial and institutional projects.
Perform engineering calculations and develop reports, plans, specifications, and estimates.
Execute geometric roadway layout, 3‑D roadway grading modeling, stormwater management design, and pavement management.
Participate in construction observation and administration.
Review and assign work to junior staff, checking design calculations.
Perform delegated project‑management tasks to support project execution.
Essential Functions
Strong communication, self‑motivation, and interpersonal skills.
Excellent personal organization and time management.
Ability to build strong relationships with coworkers.
Commitment to continual learning.
Excellent attention to detail.
Experience
8 – 10 years of focused design experience in road and highway transportation systems.
Experience with site civil infrastructure is a plus.
Proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite, MicroStation, AutoCAD, Mathcad.
Experience with highway and drainage design software: AutoCAD Civil 3D, Bentley Civil WorkSuite, Bentley Open Roads Designer, HydroCAD, and similar.
Certifications
Professional Engineer License required.
Education
B.S. Degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
M.S. degree considered a plus.
Office Locations
Portsmouth, NH
Bedford, NH
Portland, ME
Topsham, ME
Jacksonville, FL
Maitland, FL
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance beginning on date of hire.
Wellness program with fitness reimbursement.
Mental health and well‑being benefits.
Paid volunteer hours.
401(k) match with employer match and profit‑sharing contribution with no vesting period.
Defined career development path, mentorship program, and Wright‑Pierce University training program.
Paid time off, paid and floating holidays, and paid parental leave.
Flexible work schedules and hybrid work environment.
Employee Engagement & EEO Statement Our recent employee engagement survey, conducted by The Employee Engagement Group, revealed a highly engaged workforce with 87% responding and 94% recommending Wright‑Pierce as a place to work. These results are best‑in‑class for the A/E/C industry, reflecting our commitment to a positive work environment.
Equal Employment Opportunity: Wright‑Pierce is committed to fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, prohibiting discrimination and harassment of any type on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We strongly encourage women, minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans to apply.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Engineering and Information Technology
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Transportation Highway Lead Project Engineer
role at
Wright‑Pierce .
Job Overview Wright‑Pierce, an award‑winning, multi‑disciplinary environmental engineering firm specializing in water, wastewater, and civil infrastructure, is hiring a
Transportation Highway Lead Project Engineer
to advance our civil projects.
Salary range: $85,000 – $140,000 per year, adjusted for education, experience, certifications, and location.
Responsibilities
Technical design focused on road, highway, and large culvert projects, with opportunities to support civil site infrastructure including water/wastewater treatment facilities, industrial and institutional projects.
Perform engineering calculations and develop reports, plans, specifications, and estimates.
Execute geometric roadway layout, 3‑D roadway grading modeling, stormwater management design, and pavement management.
Participate in construction observation and administration.
Review and assign work to junior staff, checking design calculations.
Perform delegated project‑management tasks to support project execution.
Essential Functions
Strong communication, self‑motivation, and interpersonal skills.
Excellent personal organization and time management.
Ability to build strong relationships with coworkers.
Commitment to continual learning.
Excellent attention to detail.
Experience
8 – 10 years of focused design experience in road and highway transportation systems.
Experience with site civil infrastructure is a plus.
Proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite, MicroStation, AutoCAD, Mathcad.
Experience with highway and drainage design software: AutoCAD Civil 3D, Bentley Civil WorkSuite, Bentley Open Roads Designer, HydroCAD, and similar.
Certifications
Professional Engineer License required.
Education
B.S. Degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
M.S. degree considered a plus.
Office Locations
Portsmouth, NH
Bedford, NH
Portland, ME
Topsham, ME
Jacksonville, FL
Maitland, FL
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance beginning on date of hire.
Wellness program with fitness reimbursement.
Mental health and well‑being benefits.
Paid volunteer hours.
401(k) match with employer match and profit‑sharing contribution with no vesting period.
Defined career development path, mentorship program, and Wright‑Pierce University training program.
Paid time off, paid and floating holidays, and paid parental leave.
Flexible work schedules and hybrid work environment.
Employee Engagement & EEO Statement Our recent employee engagement survey, conducted by The Employee Engagement Group, revealed a highly engaged workforce with 87% responding and 94% recommending Wright‑Pierce as a place to work. These results are best‑in‑class for the A/E/C industry, reflecting our commitment to a positive work environment.
Equal Employment Opportunity: Wright‑Pierce is committed to fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, prohibiting discrimination and harassment of any type on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We strongly encourage women, minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans to apply.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Engineering and Information Technology
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