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Company Description
We are Olsson. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results – for our people, our clients, and our company.
We’re a people-centric firm, so it’s no surprise our greatest asset is our people. The impact this creates is an environment that encourages our people to grow and be creative with their talents. This approach builds a culture that is uniquely Olsson. It allows us to grow our people as we grow our business. This, in turn, creates a lasting impact on the world around us.
Job Description:
Olsson provides multidisciplinary design services for transportation-related projects including urban and rural highways, interchanges, and municipal roadways. As a Project Engineer on our Roadway team, you will lead design efforts and coordinate project tasks for transportation projects while serving as a technical resource for project teams. You will work closely with project managers to ensure projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with client expectations.
In this role, you will apply advanced engineering expertise, mentor junior staff, and help deliver impactful transportation solutions that improve mobility and strengthen communities.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Lead the design and preparation of roadway plans, specifications, estimates, and engineering reports.
- Coordinate project design activities and assist with managing project schedules and budgets.
- Serve as a technical lead on roadway projects and provide guidance to engineering staff.
- Prepare and review design calculations, technical documents, and construction plans.
- Coordinate with clients, agencies, consultants, and internal project teams.
- Assist with project planning, scope development, and proposal preparation.
- Perform quality assurance and quality control reviews to ensure engineering accuracy and completeness.
- Support construction administration activities, including responding to contractor questions and reviewing submittals.
- Mentor junior engineers and technical staff.
- Maintain project documentation and ensure compliance with company standards and applicable regulations.
Qualifications:
You are passionate about:
- Working collaboratively with others
- Having ownership in the work you do
- Using your talents to positively affect communities
You bring to the team:
- Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively with diverse teams
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
- 6+ years of experience in highway and/or roadway design
- Experience leading transportation project tasks and coordinating project teams
- Experience working with local municipalities and/or DOT clients
- Professional Engineer (PE) license required
- Experience with MicroStation and/or AutoCAD Civil 3D
- Strong understanding of roadway design standards, project delivery processes, and transportation engineering best practices
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Additional Information
Olsson specializes in engineering and design, client advisory services, planning, field services, and environmental. Improving the world has been our mindset from the very beginning, back when Olsson first opened for business in 1956. And it will be our mindset for years to come.
As an Olsson employee, you will:
- Receive a competitive 401(k) match
- Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths
- Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements
- Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
- Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles
In addition, full-time employees will receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance.
Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status.
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