Early Career Civil Roadway Engineer
The Early Career Civil Roadway Engineer at Confidential Client supports the Transportation Team in Virginia Beach by assisting with the design, development, and construction of roadway and infrastructure projects. Under general supervision, the role involves preparing alignments, layouts, cost estimates, and documentation while ensuring compliance with safety and design standards. This position offers growth opportunities within a leading engineering firm focused on delivering quality transportation solutions.
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What You’ll Do
- Assist under general supervision with roadway and pedestrian alignment design, plan and site layouts, typical sections, profiles, and cross sections.
- Support grading, demolition, erosion & sediment control, and related site design tasks.
- Help prepare construction quantity takeoffs and cost estimate inputs.
- Produce clear, accurate documentation and drawings using electronic systems and field/worksite logs.
- Follow established safety guidelines and site-specific procedures while on project sites.
- Complete assigned training and perform tasks to support project delivery.
- Contribute to team goals, communicate progress, and escalate issues when needed.
Responsibilities
- Perform entry-level civil/roadway engineering tasks that support design and construction projects in the public and private sectors.
- Apply relevant codes, standards, and compliance practices to ensure safe, functional outcomes for users and infrastructure.
- Collect and document site and design data, support surveys and engineering studies as required.
- Maintain accurate records and engineering documentation in project files and digital systems.
- Work both independently under general supervision and collaboratively as part of a project team.
- Be available for project schedules that may extend beyond a typical workweek; occasional travel may be required.
Qualifications (Required)
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or closely related discipline.
- 0–1 years of relevant post‑education experience (entry-level).
- Strong research and analytical skills.
- Familiarity with design/build concepts and civil construction regulations, codes, and record‑keeping.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences.
- Self-directed with attention to detail, ability to multi-task and prioritize in a dynamic environment.
- Basic technical writing and computer literacy (office tools, spreadsheets, common engineering tools).
- Commitment to workplace safety and adherence to health, safety and conduct policies.
- Authorization to work in the United States.
Preferred Qualifications
- Engineer‑in‑Training (EIT) certification.
- Familiarity with discipline-specific CAD/design software (e.g., MicroStation, Power Geopak, OpenRoads Designer, AutoCAD Civil 3D).
- Prior internship experience related to civil or transportation engineering.
- Active membership or participation in local professional practice organizations.
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary range: $63,800 - $87,700 per year (range provided by the client and may vary by experience, location, and qualifications).
- Benefits overview (provided by the client): medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, retirement savings, paid sick and vacation time, parental leave, and paid time off for bereavement, voting, and certain civic duties.
- Professional development and opportunities to gain hands-on experience in transportation and roadway design.
Additional Information
- This role is for a Confidential Client (via Careertakes) operating in the Engineering industry.
- Occasional travel and flexible scheduling may be required to meet project needs.
- The client is committed to safety, ethical conduct, and professional standards.
- Third-party recruiter note: Careertakes is representing this opportunity. If selected, you will be employed by our client, not by Careertakes.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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