Transportation Engineering

Bowman has an opening for a Transportation Engineer III, Traffic to join our team. A career at Bowman is more than just a job—you’ll have an opportunity to help grow and shape our offices across New England, contributing to the expansion and success of a dynamic organization. As a Transportation Engineer III, Traffic you will work on a variety of public and private sector projects, locally and regionally, gaining broad exposure and meaningful experience in the transportation industry. Bowman is committed to creating a rewarding and supportive work environment that fosters professional growth while delivering innovative solutions to every project.

Execute complex technical transportation engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria for transportation and infrastructure projects. Assist in developing sustainable transportation solutions to make communities more livable by reducing traffic congestion, promoting multiple modes of transportation, supporting land development, and improving safety for all users.

Receive broad guidance relating to overall key objectives, critical issues, new concepts, and policy matters and broad parameters for execution. Independently apply extensive and diversified knowledge of engineering principles and practices in broad areas of assignments and related fields. Review work produced by staff for quality assurance.

May serve as a lead/resource among a team of colleagues in equivalent roles to share technical proficiency, guidance, mentorship, and delegation of assignments. Work closely with more senior members to learn about and assist with transportation engineering and planning work. Work side by side with the project team on a given specialty in transportation projects.

Execute technical assignments and lead the efforts on all phases of a variety of transportation projects under direct supervision of a Project Manager or Senior Project Manager.

Prepare maps and graphics for public and client meetings, data analysis, performing field reviews and data collection, conducting research on trends and best practices, contributing to stakeholder and public engagement efforts, developing solutions to complex problems, and presenting recommendations.

Prepare engineering plans and reports.

Lead in the preparation of grant applications and associated services related to funding programs.

Participate in construction-related assignments.

Draft transmittals, memos, meeting minutes, letters, proposals, and other documentation/communications.

Prepare reports, plans, specifications, construction schedules, cost estimates, permits, and/or designs for projects.

Coordinate and conduct field visits and ensure appropriate data collection and field observations occur.

Direct tasks on projects and monitor project progress for technical accuracy and adherence to schedule and budget.

Provide technical quality control of multiple assigned projects.

Lead with client and outside agency communication and attend project/public meetings.

Develop and maintain accurate and organized project files.

Develop procedures, materials, and/or tools to facilitate work by others.

Follow established firm’s goals, SOPs, and QA/QC procedures and assist in the QA/QC review of technical work of other staff.

Prepare and serve in a lead role for work on various analyses and design aspects of engineering projects which may include road/access design, corridor projects, multimodal projects, bridge design, safety projects, and other associated engineering services.

Ability to effectively manage multiple time-sensitive projects/tasks.

Effective communication, presentation, writing, and graphic skills, including public speaking, written reports, presentation materials, and technical writing.

Experience with the preparation of construction plans and/or studies for roadway or traffic projects.

Experience directing tasks and performing QA/QC.

High degree of discretion and ability to manage highly confidential information.

Strong sense of urgency in responding to work-related and project needs.

Commitment to promoting the reputation of the company through quality of work.

Strong data analysis and interpretation skills.

Commitment to becoming a citizen of the broader organization, breaking down barriers and silos.

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field required.

Completed coursework in transportation engineering and/or highway design preferred.

Five or more (5+) years of professional engineering experience with an emphasis on transportation engineering or related field.

EIT Registration required, or alternatively six or more (6+) years of successful transportation engineering experience required.

Professional Engineer (PE) Registration or ability to receive within six (6) months preferred.

Experience with the preparation of construction plans and/or studies for roadway or traffic projects required.

Experience directing tasks and performing QA/QC required.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Valid state driver's license and ability to successfully pass a motor vehicle check or reliable form of transportation to/from the office and/or project site strongly preferred.

Proficient knowledge of AutoCAD and/or MicroStation, or other engineering design software.

Knowledge of Department of Transportation (DOT), permitting agency and industry design, permitting and construction standards, policies, and procedures.

Knowledge of construction practices.

The ability to work with minimum supervision and efficiently on technical design elements including engineering plans, calculations, reports, permit applications, specifications and engineering estimates.

Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan with company match

Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement and professional development support

Discretionary bonuses and other performance-based incentives

Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and employee discounts

Primarily indoor professional office environment which may include bright/dim light, noise, fumes, odors, and traffic.

Mobility around an office environment.

Frequent and prolonged use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Occasional outdoor work environment which may include adverse weather conditions, varying temperatures, excessive noise, and/or potential hazards.

Mobility around a job/construction site to include walking, bending, crawling, climbing, squatting, or kneeling and wearing of required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Primarily local travel during the business day, although some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be required according to the needs of the business.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. For our EEO Policy Statement, please see For more information on your EEO rights under the law, please see

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