Lead roadway design and plan preparation for highway and local road projects, manage project schedules and budgets, perform quality assurance, mentor junior staff, develop proposals, maintain client relationships, and manage scope and contract changes within a collaborative transportation team.
Senior Roadway Engineer / Project Manager
ms consultants, inc.
Raleigh or Wilmington, NC
Are you ready to take your career to the next level in a company that values innovation, collaboration, and your personal growth? At ms consultants, we are looking for a dynamic and experienced Roadway Engineer to join our North Carolina Transportation Group. If you're passionate about shaping the future of transportation infrastructure and ready to work on impactful projects, this is the opportunity you've been waiting for!
As a family-owned company, we understand that our people are our most valuable asset. Whether you're working on major interstate systems or enhancing local roads, you’ll play a key role in creating smarter cities and more connected communities. At ms consultants, you’re more than just an employee — you're part of a team working toward a brighter, more sustainable future.
About the Transportation Business Unit
At ms consultants, inc., we provide comprehensive transportation engineering services for projects of all sizes — from major interstate systems to local roads. Our services include roadway and intersection design, corridor improvements, bridge replacement and rehabilitation, and environmental documentation. Our expert team of engineers works closely together to deliver innovative, cost-effective, and sustainable transportation solutions that benefit communities and enhance infrastructure across the regions.
What You'll Do:
- Roadway Design: Take charge of the design and plan preparation for both highway and local road projects.
- Quality Assurance: Lead internal quality reviews to ensure that plans meet the highest technical standards.
- Mentorship: Provide guidance and feedback to junior engineers, helping them grow professionally.
- Proposal Development: Assist in preparing and negotiating project fee proposals.
- Project Scheduling and Budgeting: Prepare design schedules, construction cost estimates, and deliver staged project submittals on time and within budget.
- Client Interaction: Build and maintain strong client relationships through presentations and regular communication.
- Scope and Change Management: Recognize scope changes and assist with contract negotiations when necessary.
- Team Collaboration: Work closely with a talented team of engineers, technicians, and administrative staff to successfully execute transportation projects.
In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to design complex interstate geometrics and local road projects. Depending on your experience, you may also lead a design team, with both immediate and long-term growth potential. Key responsibilities include:
What You'll Bring:
- BS in Engineering from an ABET-accredited College or University
- A Professional Engineer (PE) license in North Carolina is required, or the ability to obtain one within 6 months.
- Proficiency in the design, preparation, and delivery of roadway design plans.(NCDOT design experience preferred).
- Familiarity with AASHTO, FHWA, and NCDOT standards.
- Experience with MicroStation, OpenRoads Designer, and AutoCAD.
- Prior experience managing projects, including developing proposals and overseeing project timelines and budgets.
- A background in mentoring or managing teams, with the ability to collaborate effectively and independently.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact with clients and team members alike.
We are looking for an experienced engineer who thrives in a collaborative environment and has the technical and leadership skills to drive success. The ideal candidate will have:
Education and Experience:
Skills & Knowledge:
Why Choose ms consultants?
We are proud to be an award-winning engineering, architecture, planning and environmental consulting firm, annually ranking within ENR’s Top 500 Design Firms. We partner with a variety of public and private clients and take pride in the many relationships we have formed by providing quality design solutions since 1963. We are dedicated to helping these clients achieve their goals through integrated, innovative solutions, and outstanding customer service.
As a member of the ms team, we consider your needs as a professional and as an individual outside of work. We offer a career path which provides opportunities for advancement at any level of your career and costs for licensure, certifications, and further education. To support yourself and your family, we offer a robust benefits package with options for health coverage, in addition to life insurance, disability, long-term care, and more. Our comprehensive 401(k) plan with company matching contributions sets you up for the future, from hire to retire. Wherever you are in your personal and professional journey, ms has you covered.
We know work-life balance is important and offer paid time off and flexible work schedules for when you need it, in addition to company paid holiday. Our focus on work-life balance also includes a hybrid work option, giving you the flexibility to work in the office and at home. We’re also able to offer full-time remote work for select position, depending on the role and work requirement.
Our Mission:
By investing in our people, we create comprehensive solutions for communities and clients.
Our Vision:
Our vision is to shape a better tomorrow.
Our Values:
We are accountable. We foster collaboration. We stand for inclusion. We are committed to excellence. We are passionate about our work.
The ms Commitment to Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
ms is a company that actively promotes anti-racist values and fosters an environment of diversity, equity, and inclusion. This means working together to speak out and take action against all forms of racism, bias, and discrimination, not only in our company but in our community and everyday lives. Read more about ms DEI here.
ms consultants, inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. ms fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. ms does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, or genetic information.
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