Roadway Project Engineer

Posted One Month Ago
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2 Locations
In-Office
Mid level
Professional Services • Transportation • Consulting • Industrial
The Role
Leads roadway and civil transportation projects, including work planning, team management, budgeting, scheduling, stakeholder coordination, DOT collaboration, design-plan development, technical specifications, and project pursuits. The role also mentors junior staff, supports strategic growth initiatives, manages client and agency relationships, and ensures deliverables comply with CADD and DOT standards.
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Simply Put, A Great Place to Work

Benesch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm. We enhance infrastructure and communities across the country – creating spaces and providing connections in ways that make a difference.

We pride ourselves on being nimble enough to remain responsive to client needs yet large enough to offer exceptional bench strength. As a member of our team, you’ll have an opportunity to draw from those resources when you need them and, likewise, contribute your expertise when you have something to share.

At Benesch, we are looking for candidates with varied backgrounds and worldviews. We are committed to offering an inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Statistics show that women and underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for a position if they don’t meet 100% of the qualifications. If this statement resonates with you, don’t be so hard on yourself—apply for the job!

Roadway Project Engineer 

We have an exciting career opportunity for a Project Engineer with our Civil, Roadway team. The ideal candidate has experience with civil transportation design and comprehensive knowledge of roadway projects and developing plans in accordance with local DOT standards. 

Location

This position will report to our Atlanta or Augusta office Tuesday - Thursday. Mondays and Fridays will be worked remote. 

The Impact You Will Have
  • Create and execute project work plans
  • Manage project teams, accountable for budget and schedule
  • Mentor junior staff
  • Contribute to Division strategic growth initiatives and collaborate on regional growth strategy
  • Interacting with clients, agencies, and other project stakeholders, including the DOT
  • Represent Benesch at industry and professional engagement events
  • Ability to identify opportunities and lead strategic project pursuits
  • Interacting with clients, agencies, and other project stakeholders
What You Will Need
  • A minimum of 4 years of diverse and progressive civil transportation design experience
  • Licensed PE in the state of GA or planning to obtain licensure within one year
  • B.S. Degree in Civil Engineering
  • Experience working with public agencies, private entities and/or municipalities
  • Progressive experience with developing plans, technical specifications, and submissions per DOT standards and requirements, including OpenRoads
    • Previous experience with GDOT standards and requirements is preferred
  • Excellent communication and client relation skills
  • Strong organization skills with a track record for adhering to design budgets and schedules
  • Advanced use of CADD and assure compliance with project CADD standards
  • Ability to work independently and develop task deliverables in a complete and reviewable manner
Why Benesch?

It’s simple. We invest in our people, not just our projects.

Your next opportunity should do more than offer a new title. It should build on the experience you've gained, challenge you to keep growing, and give you the opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

At Benesch, we believe great work starts with great people. That's why we're committed to creating an environment where you can contribute your ideas, develop your skills, and build a career you're proud of.

Here's what you can look forward to:

  • Real career growth: Professional development, leadership training, mentorship, and opportunities to take on new challenges and greater responsibility.
  • A strong financial future: Up to 9% retirement contribution for benefit-eligible employees.
  • Flexibility that works: Work schedules that support your professional and personal life.
  • Time to recharge: Generous paid time off and parental leave for benefit-eligible employees.
  • Work that makes an impact: Opportunities to collaborate, contribute ideas, solve meaningful challenges, and see the difference your work makes.
  • Room to grow your way: Whether you want to deepen your expertise, explore new opportunities, or grow into leadership, we want to help you take the next step.
Your Next Chapter Starts Here

Whether you're just starting your career or bringing years of experience, Benesch offers an opportunity to build on what you've accomplished while continuing to grow.

Bring your experience, your ideas, and your ambition. Discover what you can accomplish at Benesch.

Explore our full benefits here: Click here 

Equal Opportunity & Accessibility

At Benesch, we believe great work starts with great people and that means creating a workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.

Benesch is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants in all protected groups, including veterans and individuals with disabilities, or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.

Benesch is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with a physical disability or other impairment.

If you are limited in your ability or are unable to access Benesch's Careers website due to a physical disability or other impairment, you may request a reasonable accommodation by emailing [email protected]. This option is only available to those in need of an accommodation due to a disability or other impairment. Please do not use this as an alternative method for general inquiries or status on applications, as you will not receive a response. Reasonable requests will be responded to as soon as possible on a case-by-case basis.

If you are based in California, we encourage you to read this important information for California residents linked here.

Know your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal 

We will be accepting applications on an ongoing basis until a candidate is found.

External Recruiters and Staffing Agencies

Benesch shall have no obligation to compensate any external recruiter or search firm for candidate submissions made without a valid, current, and fully executed agreement. Submission of candidate information does not establish entitlement to a fee.

All recruiting activity must be coordinated and authorized through the Benesch Talent Acquisition team. Please direct all communications to [email protected]

Skills Required

  • Minimum of 4 years of progressive civil transportation design experience
  • Licensed Professional Engineer in Georgia or planning to obtain licensure within one year
  • Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering
  • Experience working with public agencies, private entities, and/or municipalities
  • Experience developing plans, technical specifications, and submissions according to DOT standards and requirements
  • Experience with OpenRoads
  • Experience with GDOT standards and requirements
  • Excellent communication and client relationship skills
  • Strong organizational skills and a record of adhering to design budgets and schedules
  • Advanced use of CADD and ability to ensure compliance with project CADD standards
  • Ability to work independently and develop complete, reviewable task deliverables

Benesch Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Benesch and has not been reviewed or approved by Benesch.

  • Parental & Family Support — Family support is highlighted by up to 26 weeks of parental leave with 20 weeks paid in some units, alongside inclusive family-building benefits such as up to $50,000 in fertility support, childcare assistance, and certain medical-travel reimbursement. Feedback suggests these policies are a standout strength with external recognition.
  • Retirement Support — Retirement is considered a strong point, combining a substantial employer match on employee contributions with an additional profit-sharing contribution. Feedback suggests this structure provides meaningful long-term value.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off is available from day one, with amounts that can reflect prior industry experience rather than only tenure. Feedback suggests banked time and holiday pay further support practical time-off flexibility.

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The Company
HQ: Chicago, IL
1,309 Employees
Year Founded: 1946

What We Do

Benesch, formally Alfred Benesch & Company, is a multidisciplinary professional services firm providing planning, engineering, and design for infrastructure and community projects across the United States. Its work spans transportation—including roads, bridges, railroads, aviation, and transit—along with community development, environmental and water resources. The firm supports clients from needs assessment and concept development through design, regulatory compliance, and construction management.

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