Job Description
Highway/Roadway Engineer 3 CDM Smith - 3.8 Tampa, FL Job Details Full-time 19 hours ago Qualifications Construction specifications Highway transportation systems Team leadership Technical documentation Mid-level Client relationship development 3 years Bidding project phase Bachelor's degree in engineering Continuous improvement Construction drawing review Working on construction projects in a civil infrastructure role Design development Geometry Mentoring Bachelor's degree in civil engineering Construction submittals Project leadership Highway geometric design Civil Engineering Leadership Structural Engineering Construction drawings preparation for transportation structures Construction administration project phase Full Job Description Join a collaborative transportation team delivering high-impact roadway and highway projects across the Southeast, supporting both FDOT and local agency clients. This role offers the opportunity to contribute across the full project lifecycle—from early design through PS&E—while gaining exposure to complex, visible infrastructure work and expanding your technical and project responsibilities within a supportive team environment. What You'll Do 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 Utilize tools such as Bentley OpenRoads Designer (ORD) and ConceptStation to develop and refine design solutions Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver designs that are efficient, constructible, and aligned with client expectations 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 Participate in client coordination and industry engagement efforts to support ongoing work and strengthen relationships Provide guidance and mentorship to junior staff while continuing to build your own technical depth and project leadership experience Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Civil, Transportation, or Structural Engineering or related discipline. 3 years of related experience. 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. Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree. Preferred Qualifications Solid knowledge of FDOT roadway, traffic control, signing and pavement marking design practices and procedures. Solid knowledge of Bentley OpenRoads Designer (ORD) & ConceptStation. Experience with the development of construction bid documents for FDOT as well as other clients (i.e., counties or municipalities). #
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#LI-MS1 Amount of Travel Required 5% EEO Statement We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. 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. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. 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, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Background Check and Drug Testing Information CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as "CDM Smith") reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States. 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. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. 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. Consumer Report, Investigative Consumer Report and Drug Testing Information CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as "CDM Smith") reserves the right to require consumer reports or investigative consumer reports containing information about you in connection with your application for employment. The consumer report or investigative consumer report will provide information including but not limited to verification of employment, education and licensure, etc. as well as credit when applicable for certain positions. If this position is subject to a consumer report or investigative consumer report related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of the report. CDM Smith may also conduct drug testing for designated positions. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional consumer reports or investigative consumer reports, as well as drug testing. Massachusetts Applicants It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Agency Disclaimer All vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement Agreement from the CDM Smith Recruitment Center Manager to receive payment for your placement. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of the CDM Smith staff will not be considered binding terms. All unsolicited resumes sent to CDM Smith and any resume submitted to any employee outside of CDM Smith Recruiting Center Team (RCT) will be considered property of CDM Smith. CDM Smith will not be held liable to pay a placement fee. Additional Compensation All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position. Business Unit TSU Group TSO Assignment Category Fulltime-Regular Employment Type Regular Visa Sponsorship Available No - We will not support sponsorship, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position
