Roadway Engineer Project Manager
Volkert Inc.
paid time off, 401(k)
United States, Alabama, Birmingham
3535 Grandview Parkway (Show on map)
Jun 10, 2025
Are we the road to your future?
Volkert is employee owned and a Top 100 design firm, committed to providing clients with creative solutions for sustainability, including improvements to infrastructure, the environment, and natural resources. Founded in 1925, Volkert is celebrating a century of serving our employees, clients, partners, and communities.
We are currently searching for an experienced Roadway Engineer Project Manager to support our East Gulf Region located in Birmingham, Huntsville or Tuscaloosa, AL.
What you'll be doing:
Provide plan review and project management for Volkert clients in Alabama
Organizing activities, schedules and reports in support of design projects
Lead or assist in the development of project designs and directing designers to successfully execute and deliver project work, while implementing client focused strategies
Providing technical design and guidance on projects including preparing engineering studies, documents and reports
Assisting the team in development of Engineering Interns
Prepare, issue and track project documentation such as contracts, change orders, etc. for all phases of assigned project work.
Prepare correspondence and documents with clients, subconsultants, and regulatory agencies as required
Market new and existing clients
Interacting with clients and the public related to your work and understanding of the context of the plans you develop
Adhering to company standards for quality assurance and quality control as defined in the quality manual
What you need to have:
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
5+ years of experience
Alabama Professional Engineer (PE) License is required
Other PE licenses and/or certifications are a plus
Previous client relationships are a plus
ALDOT or local government design experience preferred
Able to maintain project schedules, which may require occasional extended hours and overnight travel
Experience with computer programs such as MicroStation, ArcGIS, InRoads, various CAD, and OpenRoads Designer
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Proficient in the use of MS Office tools such as Excel, Word, and Powerpoint
Must be dependable with the ability to work independently to accomplish tasks as well as part of the team to meet deadlines and provide high quality work
Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening to ensure a safe and productive work environment. Volkert adheres to federal guidelines, which may include testing for substances such as marijuana. Please note that federal regulations may differ from state-specific guidelines
Valid driver's license
A satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR)
Characteristics of a successful Volkert team member:
Be a brand ambassador for the company who engages in diversity and inclusion
Be self-motivated to meet individual goals and maintain accountability in a team environment
Exercise initiative and independent judgement in the solution of work problems
Be able to communicate effectively- verbal and written
Be able to multi-task in a team environment
Volkert Perks:
Competitive compensation
Flexibility and a positive work/life balance
Challenging and innovative projects
Employee referral program
Professional development
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matching
Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
Medical, Dental, & Vision
Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance
Employer-Paid short-term disability and long-term disability
Wellness incentives
Additional voluntary benefits
The words from our Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, Thomas A. Hand, PE, capture best how you can make an impact while working for Volkert.
"For a century, Volkert has done meaningful work that improves our infrastructure and quality of life throughout our communities. We are proud of our one-hundred-year legacy and humbled by the opportunities ahead of us as we look forward to our next century of service. With our commitment to employee ownership and sustainable growth, you can build a career here that really makes a difference."
- Thomas A. Hand, PE, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer
EOE-Race/Sex/Vets/Disabled
Volkert does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies or fee-based recruitment services.
Alabama
Volkert Inc.
paid time off, 401(k)
United States, Alabama, Birmingham
3535 Grandview Parkway (Show on map)
Jun 10, 2025
Are we the road to your future?
Volkert is employee owned and a Top 100 design firm, committed to providing clients with creative solutions for sustainability, including improvements to infrastructure, the environment, and natural resources. Founded in 1925, Volkert is celebrating a century of serving our employees, clients, partners, and communities.
We are currently searching for an experienced Roadway Engineer Project Manager to support our East Gulf Region located in Birmingham, Huntsville or Tuscaloosa, AL.
What you'll be doing:
Provide plan review and project management for Volkert clients in Alabama
Organizing activities, schedules and reports in support of design projects
Lead or assist in the development of project designs and directing designers to successfully execute and deliver project work, while implementing client focused strategies
Providing technical design and guidance on projects including preparing engineering studies, documents and reports
Assisting the team in development of Engineering Interns
Prepare, issue and track project documentation such as contracts, change orders, etc. for all phases of assigned project work.
Prepare correspondence and documents with clients, subconsultants, and regulatory agencies as required
Market new and existing clients
Interacting with clients and the public related to your work and understanding of the context of the plans you develop
Adhering to company standards for quality assurance and quality control as defined in the quality manual
What you need to have:
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
5+ years of experience
Alabama Professional Engineer (PE) License is required
Other PE licenses and/or certifications are a plus
Previous client relationships are a plus
ALDOT or local government design experience preferred
Able to maintain project schedules, which may require occasional extended hours and overnight travel
Experience with computer programs such as MicroStation, ArcGIS, InRoads, various CAD, and OpenRoads Designer
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Proficient in the use of MS Office tools such as Excel, Word, and Powerpoint
Must be dependable with the ability to work independently to accomplish tasks as well as part of the team to meet deadlines and provide high quality work
Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening to ensure a safe and productive work environment. Volkert adheres to federal guidelines, which may include testing for substances such as marijuana. Please note that federal regulations may differ from state-specific guidelines
Valid driver's license
A satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR)
Characteristics of a successful Volkert team member:
Be a brand ambassador for the company who engages in diversity and inclusion
Be self-motivated to meet individual goals and maintain accountability in a team environment
Exercise initiative and independent judgement in the solution of work problems
Be able to communicate effectively- verbal and written
Be able to multi-task in a team environment
Volkert Perks:
Competitive compensation
Flexibility and a positive work/life balance
Challenging and innovative projects
Employee referral program
Professional development
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matching
Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
Medical, Dental, & Vision
Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance
Employer-Paid short-term disability and long-term disability
Wellness incentives
Additional voluntary benefits
The words from our Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, Thomas A. Hand, PE, capture best how you can make an impact while working for Volkert.
"For a century, Volkert has done meaningful work that improves our infrastructure and quality of life throughout our communities. We are proud of our one-hundred-year legacy and humbled by the opportunities ahead of us as we look forward to our next century of service. With our commitment to employee ownership and sustainable growth, you can build a career here that really makes a difference."
- Thomas A. Hand, PE, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer
EOE-Race/Sex/Vets/Disabled
Volkert does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies or fee-based recruitment services.
Alabama
Job ID: 480938791
Originally Posted on: 6/12/2025
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