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 an opportunity to grow technical skills in a collaborative environment focused on delivering quality engineering solutions.
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What You’ll Do
Confidential Client is seeking an Early Career Civil Roadway Engineer to join their Transportation team in Virginia Beach, VA. This entry-level role supports roadway and transportation design efforts and provides hands-on experience across planning, design documentation, and construction support.
- Under general supervision, assist with roadway and pedestrian alignments, plan & site layouts, typical sections, profiles, cross sections, erosion & sediment control, demolition, and grading.
- Help prepare construction quantity takeoffs and cost estimate inputs.
- Provide entry-level technical assistance to ensure designs meet safety and functionality requirements and applicable standards.
- Produce clear, accurate documentation using electronic systems, CAD drawings, and field logs.
- Follow safety guidelines, project procedures, and record-keeping requirements during site work and surveys.
- Complete assigned training and development activities.
- Exercise ethical stewardship of company resources and follow Confidential Client policies.
- Perform additional tasks as required to meet project and business needs.
Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related discipline.
- 0–1 years of relevant post-education experience (entry-level).
- Strong research and analytical skills.
- Familiarity with design/build concepts and basic civil construction laws, codes, and compliance practices.
- Effective written and verbal communication for technical and non-technical audiences.
- Self-directed work style with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and good prioritization.
- Basic technical writing and familiarity with office software and spreadsheets.
- Commitment to workplace safety and adherence to health, safety, and company policies.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet project needs; occasional travel may be required.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States.
Preferred Qualifications
- Engineer in Training (EIT) certification or progress toward licensure.
- Familiarity with discipline-specific design software (e.g., MicroStation, Power Geopak/OpenRoads Designer, AutoCAD Civil 3D).
- Relevant internship experience.
- Participation in local professional practice organizations.
Compensation & Benefits
- Expected salary range: $63,800 - $87,700 per year.
- Confidential Client provides a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, retirement savings, paid time off, parental leave, and other employee benefits.
- The posted salary range reflects the company’s good-faith estimate based on location, candidate experience, and internal equity. Final compensation may vary based on qualifications and business needs.
Additional Information
- Employment type: Full-time and/or contractor opportunities available.
- This role requires adherence to Confidential Client’s code of conduct and workplace policies.
- Confidential Client and Careertakes are committed to inclusive hiring. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified applicants with disabilities during the application and interview process — please notify us if you require assistance.
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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