Transportation Engineer, PE - Design & CEI

Tetra Tech

Plano, TX

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
3D Modeling, Bentley MicroStation, Budgeting, Business Development, Change Requests/Orders, Civil Engineering, Construction, Construction Administration, Construction Contracts, Construction Equipment, Construction Inspection, Construction Schedule, Construction Support, Contract Management, Cost Estimates, Customer Relations, Documentation, Driver's License, Engineering, Environmental Work, Federal Contracts, Industry Standards, Maintain Compliance, Process Management, Professional Engineer, Project Close-Out, Project Design, Project Engineering, Project/Program Coordination, Project/Program Management, Proposal Development, Public/Media/Press/Analyst Relations, Quality Assurance, Staff Requirements, Team Player, Technical/Engineering Design, Transportation Engineering, Transportation Planning, Transportation and Traffic Design, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Plano, TX
POSTED
Today

Job SummaryThe Transportation Engineer, PE – Design & CEI supports the delivery of transportation design and construction oversight services for roadway and infrastructure projects. The role contributes to design development, cost estimating, construction contract administration, field inspection coordination, project closeout, and client engagement, ensuring compliance with TxDOT, NTTA, and applicable federal, state, and local requirements.Essential Job FunctionsDevelop and support transportation design plans for TxDOT, NTTA, and urban roadway projects.Prepare design plans, quantities, cost estimates, and technical reports in accordance with applicable agency standards.Perform horizontal and vertical alignments and 3D modeling using MicroStation, InRoads, and OpenRoads.Perform constructability reviews and provide technical comments during design and construction phases.Support transportation construction contracts and provide CEI services, including field oversight and coordination.Process change orders, pay estimates, final estimates, audits, and project closeout documentation; experience with SiteManager or AASHTOWare Project (APW) is a plus.Conduct periodic field site visits to support construction inspection, coordination, and quality assurance activities.Develop scopes of work for transportation design and CEI services based on preliminary reviews and client meetings.Coordinate with Project Managers to support scope definition, budgeting, staffing needs, and review of project deliverables.Maintain effective working relationships with public agency clients and project stakeholders.Support environmental clearance efforts as required.Assist with business development activities, including proposal development and support of new and existing client relationships.Required QualificationsBachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related discipline from an accredited institution.Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Texas, or ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire.Minimum of twelve (12) years of professional engineering experience with five (5) years managing projects.Experience working with TxDOT and/or NTTA standards, specifications, and procedures.Proficiency with MicroStation, InRoads, and OpenRoads for design assignments and/or SiteManager and AASHTOWare Project (APW) for CEI assignments, based on role focus.Working knowledge of transportation engineering codes and industry standards.Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.Ability to travel to local project sites approximately 30%–40%.Preferred QualificationsExperience supporting both transportation design and CEI assignments.Prior experience on TxDOT and/or NTTA projects.Experience coordinating multidisciplinary transportation projects.Maintenance engineering experience for a public agency.Community or professional organization involvement.Familiarity with environmental documentation requirements for transportation projects.Physical RequirementsAbility to perform office-based work with periodic fieldwork at active construction sites.Ability to walk, stand, and perform light to moderate physical activity during site visits.Occasional lifting or carrying of materials or equipment up to 25 pounds.Work Environment / Environmental FactorsCombination of office environment and outdoor construction sites.Exposure to varying weather conditions during periodic field inspections.Moderate noise levels and proximity to construction equipment during site visits.Additional InformationEmployment Type: Full-time, regular position.Work Schedule: Standard business hours with flexibility to support design and construction schedules; occasional extended or non-traditional hours may be required for field activities.Work Location: Plano, Texas, with periodic field presence at project sites.BenefitsComprehensive and market-competitive benefits.Merit-based financial rewards.Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.Equal Opportunity EmployerTetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans. Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.#J-18808-Ljbffr

About the Company

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Tetra Tech

Tetra Tech is a leading provider of consulting, engineering, and technical services worldwide. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of our employees—16,000 people working together across disciplines and time zones to provide smart, sustainable solutions for challenging projects. We are proud to be home to leading technical experts in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development. Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in 400 locations around the world. We offer competitive compensation and benefits and are searching for innovative people to join our teams.
COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Other/Not Classified
FOUNDED
1966