Principal Civil Roadway & Highway Engineer

Principal-Level Roadway & Highway Design Engineer

Parsons Corporation is seeking an experienced Civil Engineer to lead impactful roadway and highway design projects at a principal level, including project management and technical leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead with Excellence: Oversee the technical excellence of engineering functions across projects, ensuring seamless coordination of technical disciplines and innovative project alternatives from preliminary to final design.
• Mentor and Guide: Provide technical direction and design leadership, mentoring junior engineers on roadway design projects for local and state agencies.
• Design and Documentation: Prepare comprehensive design and construction documents, including horizontal/vertical geometric designs, superelevation computations, plan and profile sheets, cross sections, public hearing display boards, design exception and waiver documentation, cost estimates, and QA/QC documents.
• Collaborate and Coordinate: Work closely with the project team and interdisciplinary technical personnel to ensure cohesive project execution.
• Support Project Management: Assist the project manager in delivering project milestones and ensuring adherence to client criteria and scope.
• Technical Reporting: Prepare detailed technical reports and documentation for clients and project managers, ensuring clear communication and project transparency.
• Resource Management: Assist in identifying and managing project resources, liaising with support departments, other offices, or subsidiaries to assemble effective project teams.
• Business Development: Contribute to identifying new project pursuits, gather intelligence on potential opportunities, participate in Parsons’ pursuit process, and potentially lead responses to client requests for proposals/qualifications.

Qualifications

• Educational Background: A 4‑year degree in Civil Engineering (or related field).
• Experience: 8+ years of related work experience with a proven track record in roadway and highway design.
• Professional Credentials: Professional Engineer (PE) registration is required.
• Technical Expertise: Proficiency with MicroStation v8i and Geopak is essential; experience with Civil3D and ORD (Open Roads Designer) is preferred.
• Communication Skills: Excellent written and oral communication skills to convey complex technical information clearly and effectively.
• Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with industry practices and regulations, with specific experience working with NCDOT/SCDOT.

Location

Candidates may be located in Raleigh, North Carolina or Columbia, South Carolina, with an ideal hybrid office attendance arrangement.

Security Clearance

None

Compensation & Benefits

Salary Range: $103,500.00 – $181,100.00.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Parsons is an equal‑opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.