Project Engineer, Transportation at Lockwood Andrews & Newnam Inc

Houston, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

19 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project Management, Transportation Engineering, Client Interaction, Team Leadership, Quality Control, Roadway Design, Drainage Analysis, Traffic Analysis, Mentoring, Business Development, Proposal Development, Collaboration, Accountability, Professional Growth, Schematic Development, PS&E Development

Industry

Civil Engineering

Description

Description We are committed to improving the quality of life in the communities we serve by delivering sustainable, high-quality transportation infrastructure. Our team values collaboration, accountability, professional growth, and doing what’s right—for our clients, our communities, and each other. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated transportation engineer ready to step into a leadership role, manage impactful projects, and grow into a full Project Manager. Job Summary The Project Engineer / Deputy Project Manager will support and lead transportation projects from schematic development through PS&E and construction support. This role blends technical excellence with project management, client interaction, and team leadership. You will work closely with senior leadership while mentoring junior staff and building strong relationships with key clients. Project & Program Management Manage or assist in managing transportation projects within scope, schedule, and budget Develop scopes of work, schedules, fee proposals Lead schematic and PS&E development efforts and deliverables Monitor project performance, risks, and quality Serve as Quality Control Companion and lead QC efforts Technical Leadership Serve as Task Lead and Deputy Project Manager on transportation projects Oversee roadway and miscellaneous roadway design in accordance with applicable standards Independently assemble PS&E plan sets and coordinate multidisciplinary teams Apply sound engineering judgment with attention to drainage, constructability, and safety Support construction phase services as needed Client & Business Development Build and maintain strong working relationships with client project managers and key stakeholders Participate in and lead client meetings and presentations Support marketing, proposal development, and business development efforts Contribute to professional societies and industry organizations Leadership & Mentorship Mentor and train interns, EITs, and junior engineers Delegate tasks effectively and support staff development Assist with recruitment and team growth initiatives Promote a collaborative, high-performance team culture Requirements Required Education & Experience Bachelor’s degree in engineering Professional Engineer License (PE) Preferred Education & Experience 6+ years’ experience Strong knowledge of relevant codes and design standards. TxDOT and greater Houston region municipality project experience Drainage analysis and design experience Traffic analysis and design experience Prior experience mentoring or supervising staff TxDOT pre-certifications or ability to obtain Active involvement in professional societies Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. (LAN) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, status, or local laws and to prohibit discrimination and harassment based on any of these factors. Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc., is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity, including providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with a disability. Applicants with a physical or mental disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process may contact the Human Resources Department at 713-266-6900 or by email using peopleoperations@leoadaly.com . For more information about your rights under the law, see: Know Your Rights

Responsibilities

The Project Engineer will support and lead transportation projects from schematic development through PS&E and construction support. This role involves managing project scope, schedule, and budget while mentoring junior staff and building client relationships.