Principal Civil Roadway & Highway Engineer

Job Description

Principal-Level Roadway & Highway Design Engineer

Are you an experienced Civil Engineer looking to elevate your career to the next level? Parsons Corporation is seeking a dynamic and seasoned professional to join our team as a Principal-Level Roadway & Highway Design Engineer. This is an exciting opportunity for senior engineers who are eager to step into project management and lead impactful projects.

• Lead with Excellence: Oversee the technical excellence of engineering functions across projects, ensuring seamless coordination of technical disciplines and the development of innovative project alternatives, from preliminary to final design.
• Mentor and Guide: Provide technical direction and design leadership, mentoring junior engineers on roadway design projects for local and state agencies, fostering a collaborative and growth‑oriented environment.
• Design and Documentation: Prepare comprehensive design and construction documents, including horizontal/vertical geometric designs, superelevation computations, plan and profile sheets, cross‑sections, public hearing display boards, design exception and waiver documentation, cost estimates, and QA/QC documents.
• Collaborate and Coordinate: Work closely with the project team and interdisciplinary technical personnel to ensure cohesive project execution.
• Support Project Management: Assist the project manager in delivering project milestones, ensuring adherence to client criteria and scope.
• Technical Reporting: Prepare detailed technical reports and documentation for clients and project managers, ensuring clear communication and project transparency.
• Resource Management: Assist in identifying and managing project resources, liaising with support departments, other offices, or subsidiaries to assemble effective project teams.
• Business Development: Contribute to identifying new project pursuits, gather intelligence on potential opportunities, participate in Parsons’ pursuit process, and potentially lead responses to client requests for proposals/qualifications.

• Educational Background: A 4‑year degree in Civil Engineering (or related field).
• Experience: 8+ years of related work experience, with a proven track record in roadway and highway design.
• Professional Credentials: Professional Engineer (PE) registration is required.
• Technical Expertise: Proficiency with Micro Station v8i and Geopak is essential; experience with Civil3D and ORD (Open Roads Designer) is preferred.
• Communication
  
  Skills:
  
  Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical information clearly and effectively.
• Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with industry practices and regulations, with specific experience working with NCDOT/SCDOT.

Candidates can be located in either Raleigh, North Carolina or Columbia, South Carolina, with an ideal hybrid office attendance arrangement. This allows for a balance between remote work and in‑office collaboration, ensuring both productivity and work‑life balance.

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Medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays.

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

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This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team.