Highway Engineering Technical Lead

1 Month ago • 8-15 Years • Software Development & Engineering • $125,000 PA - $185,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

AECOM is seeking a Highway Engineering Technical Lead to provide technical leadership and design management on large-scale transportation projects in the Greater Pennsylvania Area. Responsibilities include technical management of roadway construction plans, right-of-way development, safety reviews, utility conflict resolutions, cost estimates, and 3D model oversight. The role also involves contributing to project staffing, proposal development, and preparing technical presentations. AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm dedicated to delivering a better world and fostering employee growth.
Must have:
  • Bachelor's in Civil Engineering
  • 8 years of highway transportation experience
  • Professional Engineer (PE) License in Pennsylvania
  • Design experience with PennDOT, PA Turnpike, SEPTA, or City of Philadelphia
  • Valid US Driver's License
Good to have:
  • Bachelor's in Civil Engineering with 15 years of US highway experience
  • Experience with Delaware River Port Authority or DRJTBC
  • Willingness to work in a hybrid environment
  • Mentorship abilities
  • Active participation in professional societies
  • Knowledge of OpenRoads Designer (ORD) or Infrastructure Cloud
Perks:
  • Medical benefits
  • Dental benefits
  • Vision benefits
  • Life insurance
  • AD&D insurance
  • Disability benefits
  • Paid time off
  • Leaves of absence
  • Voluntary benefits
  • Well-being resources
  • Employee assistance program
  • Business travel insurance
  • Service recognition awards
  • Retirement savings plan
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Flexible work options

Job Details

Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

AECOM is seeking a HIGHWAY ENGINEERING TECHNICAL LEAD to be based in Eastern Pennsylvania. AECOM has offices in Mechanicsburg, Philadelphia and Conshohocken, PA. This is a HYBRID position and additional office locations may be considered.

In this role, you will provide technical leadership and design management under the direction of project managers on large scale transportation projects in the Greater Pennsylvania Area.

If you are experienced in developing the highway design technical approach, quantities and pricing, while also developing the civil discipline design schedule, and coordinating with other disciplines including Structures, Transit, Water Resources, and Traffic; then this would be a great fit for you!  In this role, you will also coordinate with the Highway Engineering Task Lead, Department Manager, and the Project Manager to advance project scope and deliverables. 

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

  • Technical management and coordination of roadway construction plan, construction phasing and traffic control plan, signing and pavement marking plan(s), and cross section development.
  • Technical management and coordination of right-of-way plan development.
  • Technical management and coordination of safety review and pavement report submissions.
  • Technical management and coordination of coordinated utility conflict resolutions based on interdisciplinary constructability reviews, client feedback, and utility needs
  • Technical management and coordination of construction specifications, quantities, and cost estimates
  • Technical oversight of 3D Model in OpenRoads or Infrastructure Cloud
  • Technical management of calculations and reports per client and/or internal AECOM standards
  • Adhere to and promote AECOM quality procedures
  • Verify completion of interdisciplinary technical reviews
  • Contribute to internal project-related staffing decisions to facilitate meeting client schedule, scope, and budget.
  • Contribute to the development of proposals and other marketing efforts to win new work.
  • Prepare presentations that explain technical findings, recommendations, and limitations
  • Work collaboratively as part of a larger design team to proactively meet the client’s scope, budget, and schedule through ethical and responsible decision making.
  • Provide support to AECOM project managers and technical department managers.
  • Develop discipline-specific design schedule and milestone dates based on major project milestone dates as determined by the client and/or project manager

Current notable projects include:

  • I-95 RECONSTRUCTION (Philadelphia, PA) – Urban interstate reconstruction including interchange ramp and local roadway re-alignments, traffic control, and utility coordination in final design to mitigate level of service and improve existing conditions
  • STATE RD RECONSTRUCTION (Bucks County, PA) – Suburban arterial reconstruction including right-of-way plan development, roadway geometry, pavement design, traffic control, and utility coordination in preliminary engineering to mitigate existing roadway flooding
  • SR1 RECONSTRUCTION (Chester County, PA) – Freeway reconstruction including profile adjustments, interchange reconstruction, interchange ramp realignments, multiple roundabout designs, trail designs, and side road alignment adjustments.
  • I-81 RECONSTRUCTION (Avoca, Moosic, and Scranton, PA) - Urban Interstate reconstruction including mainline widening, 2 interchanges being fully reconstructed including ramp realignments, intersection improvements, right-of- way coordination, and structure coordination for 15 bridges along mainline and ramps.

Qualifications

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering plus eight (8) years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education, with highway transportation projects
  • Professional Engineering License (PE) in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
  • Design experience working on projects for PennDOT, Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission, SEPTA, and/or City of Philadelphia
  • Valid US Driver’s License required to visit project sites, clients, and other AECOM offices
  • As a condition of employment, selected candidate must pass a Motor Vehicle Records review

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering plus fifteen (15) years of related experience with highway transportation projects located in the United States
  • Design experience working on projects for Delaware River Port Authority (DRPA) and/or Delaware River Joint Toll Bridge Commission (DRJTBC).
  • Ability and willingness to work within a hybrid environment with hybrid teams
  • Ability and willingness to offer mentorship to various levels of staff
  • Active participation in local professional societies and/or organizations
  • Demonstrated knowledge of OpenRoads Designer (ORD) or Infrastructure Cloud

Additional Information

Relocation assistance is not available.

Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com. 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 

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