Highway engineering

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Where you work on projects that are meaningful to you. As an employer of choice, our goal is to provide a challenging, progressive and inclusive work environment which fosters personal leadership, career growth and development for every employee. Support the design and delivery of roadway and highway projects for FDOT and local agencies, with involvement from preliminary engineering through PS&E
Apply FDOT design standards across roadway geometry, traffic control, signing, and pavement marking to produce compliant, high-quality plans
Develop and review construction plans, specifications, and bid documents for DOT and municipal clients
Conduct site visits and field reviews to validate design assumptions and incorporate real-world conditions into project development
Support construction-phase activities, including responding to contractor inquiries, reviewing shop drawings, and addressing field issues
Contribute to technical excellence through design documentation, process improvements, and knowledge sharing across the team
Provide guidance and mentorship to junior staff while continuing to build your own technical depth and project leadership experience

Solid Knowledge of computer assisted design and drafting (CADD) 3D and 4D software and practices.
Expert Knowledge of Microsoft business software (excel, word, etc.).
Bachelor's degree in Civil, Transportation, or Structural Engineering or related discipline.
Domestic and/or international travel may be required.
The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands.
Solid knowledge of FDOT roadway, traffic control, signing and pavement marking design practices and procedures.
Experience with the development of construction bid documents for FDOT as well as other clients (i.e., Amount Of Travel Required
We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Background Check and Drug Testing Information
In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case, will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing.

In addition to geographic location, a candidate’s salary is determined by several other factors including, but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, relevant work experience, skills, required certifications, and education/training.

All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.

H-1B or TN Visas for this position