What are the responsibilities and job description for the Roadway Project Engineer position at GBA Team?
Job: Roadway Project Engineer
Location: O'Fallon, IL
Build Your Future with GBA
At GBA, we're more than just a team- we're problem-solvers, collaborators, and innovators. Our people are passionate about delivering high-quality, technically sound solutions that improve the communities where we live, work, and play. We combine deep expertise with a commitment to mentorship, safety, and continuous improvement to create remarkable outcomes for our clients and meaningful growth for our people.
We're looking for a Roadway Project Engineer to join our Transportation Group in Chesterfield, Missouri. This role offers the opportunity to lead design efforts on a wide range of transportation projects, including corridor studies, roadway rehabilitation, ADA compliance, and complex interchanges. The ideal candidate will bring IDOT design experience, though MoDOT experience will also be strongly considered.
What You'll Do
As a Roadway Project Engineer, you'll:
- Lead design on transportation engineering projects including intersections, local streets, collectors, arterials, rural roadways, trails, and sidewalks with ADA facilities.
- Analyze reports, maps, drawings, and survey data to plan and assemble construction documents.
- Conduct preliminary engineering evaluations and studies to identify design alternatives and assist in making recommendations.
- Prepare project quantities and cost estimates.
- Ensure project quality in accordance with QA/QC guidelines.
- Provide hands-on expertise and contribute to complex, multidisciplinary projects.
- Coach and mentor junior staff and support their career development.
- Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
What You Bring
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
- Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) certification required; PE license in Illinois or Missouri preferred.
- 3 years of experience in project design and plan development; DOT experience preferred.
- Proficiency with MicroStation and Bentley's OpenRoads Designer (ORD).
- Strong technical knowledge of engineering principles and practices.
- Ability to lead design tasks across a variety of transportation project types.
- Strong time management and organizational skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to interpret and apply federal, state, and local policies, procedures, and regulations.
Why You'll Love Working Here
At GBA, you'll be part of a team that values integrity, safety, and innovation. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family, including:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life, accident, and disability coverage
- 401(k) with company match
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness initiatives
- Paid company holidays, floating holidays, and flexible time off
- Opportunities for training, professional growth, and advancement
Join Our Team
If you're a motivated transportation engineer who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about improving infrastructure, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and build your future with GBA.
At GBA, we are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer promoting diversity in our workforce by including all individuals regardless of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law.