Senior Roadway Transportation Engineer

Trilon Group

Senior Roadway Transportation Engineer responsible for planning, design, and construction support for highway and urban projects. Join a collaborative team at Waggoner Engineering in Jackson, MS.

Posted 7/30/2026full-timeJackson • Mississippi • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $120,000 - $150,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management for transportation design, including budget preparation, schedule oversight, and client relations. Proficient in engineering documentation and compliance with industry standards, particularly in roadway projects.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor's Degree In Civil EngineeringPE Registered In The State Of MS5+ Years Experience In Engineering ProjectsWorking Experience With Bentley MicroStationKnowledge Of AutoCAD Civil 3D

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Hard Skills

Project Budget PreparationProject Schedule ManagementTechnical Report WritingConstruction Plan DevelopmentContract PreparationRoadway Project PlanningEngineering Record PreparationProject ExecutionCompliance With MDOT StandardsSupervisory Experience

Soft Skills

Superior Communication SkillsTeam Player AttitudeCordial Client Relations

Tools & Technologies

Bentley MicroStationGEOPAK/InRoadsOpenRoads DesignerAutoCADAutoCAD Civil 3DSynchroVissumSidra

Certifications & Qualifications

PE Registration

Industry Keywords

Transportation DesignConstruction AdministrationRoadway ProjectsLPA StandardsProject Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prepares and monitors project budgets for transportation design projects
Oversees project schedules and timely completion of projects
Serves as a project engineer and as a designated client contact
Assists in construction bids or negotiations, including pre-bid conferences, interpretations and post-bid evaluations and contract preparation
Monitors work-in-progress on team projects
Stamps or seals work prepared by him/her or under his/her direction
Participates in pre-project presentations, interviews, and promotions
Manages and monitors performance of personnel assigned to their projects
Establishes and maintains cordial and professional working relations with clients and contractors and attends client meetings
Other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
PE registered in the State of MS or ability to obtain
5+ years of experience in the technical production of engineering projects, including significant direct experience in the planning and execution of roadway and related projects
Working experience with Bentley MicroStation, GEOPAK/InRoads and OpenRoads Designer
Ability to prepare engineering records and write concise technical reports
Experience with the development of construction plans, specifications, and contracts
Superior communication skills and in-depth knowledge of company products and operations
Ability to manage a small number of projects
Self-motivated with a team player attitude
**Preferred:**
3+ years of experience in planning, design, and construction administration of projects in compliance with MDOT, and, particularly, LPA standards and practices
One to two years coordination/supervisory experience
Knowledge of AutoCAD, AutoCAD Civil 3D, Synchro, Vissum or Sidra

Benefits

Comp & perks

WEI Incentive Program
Healthy Workplace Program
Employee Referral Bonus
Competitive Health Benefits
Career Development and Training
Flexible/Hybrid Schedule
Community Service Opportunities
Worldwide Travel Assistance