What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Design Engineer and Project Manager (Transportation Design Engineer IV position at Maryland State Highway Administration?
Nature of Work: The main purpose of this position is to function as a licensed professional engineer to create safer, more accessible streets. The Project Design Engineer and Project Manager will lead transformative transportation projects that prioritize bicyclists, pedestrians, and other vulnerable road users. This position will lead the charge on projects ranging from innovative intersection redesigns to complex multimodal corridor improvements. They will collaborate across disciplines, working side-by-side with planners, engineers, and landscape architects, from initial concept through construction. This position will drive results by managing budgets, timelines, and resources with precision, while proactively solving challenges to keep projects on track. They will be the face of progress, serving as the primary liaison with government agencies, community groups, and stakeholders to align visions, share updates, and build consensus. They will also ensure excellence in design and documentation, delivering construction-ready plans that meet all state and federal standards, including Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance and American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) guidelines.
Minimum Qualifications:
Possession of a Maryland Professional Engineer license, or a state with similiar standards, is required. Evidence of license must be presented at the time of appointment.
Selective Qualification: Two (2) years of experience in the design or management of
highway projects.
Salary : $85,963 - $133,951