Senior Transportation Project Engineer

Senior Transportation Project EngineerHybrid; Providence, RIAre you driven to grow, lead, and make a meaningful impact? At Apex, we're building more than a consulting and engineering firm—we're creating a place where your career accelerates, your contributions matter, and your potential is fully realized. We believe your growth is our growth, which is why we invest in your development at every stage of your career.

Here, you'll work on projects that shape communities, protect the environment, and create lasting impact, all while being empowered with the autonomy and flexibility to do your best work. Fueled by high quality delivery, exceptional client retention, and strategic acquisitions, Apex Companies continues to rank among the fastest-growing firms in the AEC industry, recently recognized by the Zweig Group for our industry-leading growth. Our success is grounded in strong leadership, a collaborative culture, and a shared commitment to delivering exceptional outcomes.

As we continue to grow, we're focused on building a team of high-performing professionals who are ready to lead, collaborate, and push what's possible. At Apex, you don't just join a company, you help shape what comes next.Our Northeast Division is a well-respected and award-winning group where career development, training, and mentoring co-exist with diverse civil, environmental, water resources, and traffic/transportation projects in a fast-paced and rewarding work environment.Position OverviewOur Transportation Practice is hiring a Senior Project Engineer for a hybrid role based in our Providence, RI office. This position will be responsible for the technical supervision of complex transportation projects and ensure the work performed conforms to the contractual scope of work, budget, and schedule.Primary Responsibilities:Serves as the Technical Lead for the transportation components of more complex projectsResponsible for the technical coordination among other design disciplines and subconsultantsLeads the development of 3D roadway design models using AutoCAD Civil3D in accordance with RIDOT standards and workflowsOversees or prepares plan sets, special provisions, and cost estimates for roadway design projectsAssists Project Managers in the following: Planning, coordination, and execution of both large and small projectsComplying with assigned project schedules and budget on projects by actively reporting on project progress and identifying additional work outside the contractual scopeDeveloping technical approaches, schedules, and fee estimates for proposals on large-scale or more complex projects to produce an effective and quality proposalDevelops technical solutions for complex roadway projects by applying engineering knowledge and skills to produce quality workMaintains positive relationships with clientsParticipates in developing the technical approach for proposalsSupervises and trains less experienced staff by providing daily guidance and checks their work and progress; serves as a positive role model and mentor for junior staffManages a direct report, including managing workload management, approving timesheets and expense reports, and guiding career path developmentMaintains quality control within the department by reviewing designs, calculations, and assumptions on projectsPrepares for and performs oral presentations to the public, municipal boards, and clients regarding project deliverables, and to external associations and at professional conferencesWhat we're looking for:Bachelors of Science Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering or other related Engineering disciplineProfessional Engineering License, or working towards licensure within one year, in a State(s) where Apex does work or ability to obtain same by reciprocity5+ years of roadway design experienceStrong writing skills to prepare technical memoranda, reports, proposals, contracts, and subcontract scopes of work.Knowledge of RIDOT plan set requirements and the RIDOT design process is a plusComplete Streets experience is a strong plusValid US driver's license and clean driving recordWhy you'll love working for us:Company-subsidized medical and dental.Company-paid life, short, and long-term disability.401k match, tuition assistance, and more.Cross-training and the ability to work on a variety of projects.Performance-based bonuses or other incentives.Working with the best and brightest in the industry.2,000+ employee national firm with 70+ locations across the US.