Senior Transportation Project Engineer

Senior Project Engineer – Providence, RI

The Senior Project Engineer will provide technical leadership and supervision on complex transportation projects, ensuring all work meets contractual scope, budget, and schedule requirements.

• Lead the technical supervision of transportation components for complex projects.
• Coordinate technical activities among design disciplines and sub‑consultants.
• Develop 3‑D roadway design models using AutoCAD Civil3D in accordance with RIDOT standards and workflows.
• Prepare plan sets, special provisions, and cost estimates for roadway design projects.
• Assist Project Managers with project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and progress reporting.
• Develop technical approaches, schedules, and fee estimates for proposals on large or complex projects.
• Create technical solutions for roadway projects by applying engineering knowledge and best practices.
• Maintain positive client relationships.
• Participate in developing technical approaches for proposals.
• Supervise and mentor less experienced staff; provide daily guidance and quality checks.
• Manage a direct report, including workload planning, timesheet and expense approval, and career development support.
• Maintain quality control by reviewing designs, calculations, and assumptions on projects.
• Prepare and deliver oral presentations to the public, municipal boards, clients, and professional associations.

• Bachelor’s of Science in Civil, Environmental, or related Engineering discipline.
• Professional Engineering License or work toward licensure within one year in a state where Apex performs work, or ability to obtain licensure by reciprocity.
• Five or more years of roadway design experience.
• Strong written communication skills for technical memoranda, reports, proposals, contracts, and subcontract scopes.
• Knowledge of RIDOT plan set requirements and the RIDOT design process is a plus.
• Experience with Complete Streets is a strong plus.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license with a clean driving record.

• Company‑subsidized medical and dental coverage.
• Company‑paid life, short‑term, and long‑term disability insurance.
• 401(k) match and tuition assistance.
• Cross‑training and exposure to diverse projects.
• Performance‑based bonuses and incentives.
• Opportunity to work with the best and brightest in the industry.
• Being part of a 2,000+ employee national firm with 70+ locations across the U.S.

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