Designer IV, Transportation

Bowman has an opportunity for a Designer IV, Transportation to join our team in Boston, MA, Taunton, MA, Westfield, MA, or Lincoln RI.

At Bowman, we believe in creating opportunities for aspiring people to thrive and achieve ambitious goals. That’s why a career at Bowman is more than a job. It is an opportunity to be part of a diverse and engaged community of professionals, to be treated as a respected and valued member of a motivated team and to be empowered to do exceptional work that advances the best interest of everyone involved.

We recognize the importance of creating a work environment that is both rewarding to our employees and supportive of our unwavering commitment to provide unparalleled service to our clients.

Serves as a senior technical resource and lead transportation designer for complex roadway, highway, intersection, and multimodal transportation projects. Responsible for roadway geometry development, corridor modeling, intersection grading, drainage coordination, utility conflict resolution and construction document preparation using AutoCAD Civil 3D.

Leadership and Direction

• Perform work under limited supervision. Receive direction on complex assignments with general guidance on execution. Review work produced by staff for quality assurance.

• Position does not include direct supervisory responsibilities but will serve as a lead/resource among a team of colleagues in equivalent roles to share technical proficiency, guidance, and mentorship. May occasionally assist in delegation of assignments or provide feedback to managers.

• Mentor junior designers and CAD technicians on the design and drafting of preliminary and final plans.

At the Operational and Company Level

• Collaborate with peers, engineering and/or planning teams, and project managers to ensure processes are followed and to ensure quality and timely project completion.

Do the Work

• Lead roadway design plan production utilizing AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Develop and maintain alignments, profiles, corridors, assemblies, surfaces and cross sections.
• Perform roadway geometric design including horizontal and vertical alignment development.
• Prepare intersection grading, ADA pedestrian facilities, curb ramp and sidewalk layouts.
• Coordinate drainage systems, utility conflicts, traffic control and constructability requirements.
• Prepare quantities, cost estimates and construction documents consistent with MassDOT and agency standards.

• Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.
• Highly motivated and problem-solving attitude.
• Strong sense of urgency in responding to constituents.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to quality.
• Commitment to promoting the reputation of the company through quality of work.
• Aspirations to grow professionally and advance within the company.
• Effective working relationship with internal leaders and peers, as well as external clients.
• Commitment to working in partnership with others inside and outside the organization.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple time-sensitive tasks.

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent commensurate experience required.
• Associate or bachelor's degree, or completion of technical trade school in Engineering Technology, CAD, drafting or related field preferred.
• Eight or more (8+) years of relevant industry-related experience.
• Knowledge of CAD and manual drafting principles, methods, and techniques.
• Working knowledge of appropriate CAD software (e.g. AutoCAD, Civil3D, Micro Station, Open Roads).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Valid state driver's license and ability to successfully pass a motor vehicle check or…