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Trilon Group · 1 month ago

Roadway Engineering Practice Lead

Pittsburgh, PA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

15+ years exp

The Mannik & Smith Group, Inc. is a full-service consulting firm expanding its Transportation Engineering practice in Pennsylvania. They are seeking a Roadway Engineering Practice Lead to drive project delivery, mentor staff, and support long-term practice development.

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Responsibilities

Lead planning, design, and delivery of roadway, highway, and intersection projects for municipal, county, and state clients

Oversee development of design plans, specifications, cost estimates, geometric design, profiles, cross sections, and supporting calculations

Manage multiple projects, including scope, budget, and schedule tracking

Coordinate with internal teams across structural, traffic, survey, geotechnical, environmental, and construction services

Guide and mentor junior and mid-level staff on technical tasks, project workflow, quality control, and professional growth

Participate in client meetings, presentations, and design discussions to support project execution and client satisfaction

Support business development efforts including proposal preparation, project scoping, and relationship-building with public-sector clients

Ensure project work complies with PennDOT design standards, AASHTO guidelines, and applicable local requirements

Contribute to building the Transportation practice in Pennsylvania through thought leadership, team development, and process improvements

Qualification

Professional Engineer (PE) license15+ years roadway design experienceMicroStation/OpenRoads DesignerPennDOT standards knowledgeCivil Engineering degreeProject management experienceCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsMentoring experience

Required

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Professional Engineer (PE) license required; ability to obtain PA PE if not already licensed in Pennsylvania

15+ years of experience in roadway or highway design; experience with PennDOT projects strongly preferred

Proficiency with relevant design software including MicroStation/OpenRoads Designer or Civil 3D

Demonstrated experience managing projects, leading technical teams, or mentoring staff

Strong understanding of PennDOT standards, AASHTO Green Book, and transportation design best practices

Excellent communication and organizational skills

Preferred

Prior experience developing or growing a roadway or transportation team

Existing relationships with PennDOT Districts or local government agencies

Experience with traffic coordination, utility coordination, right-of-way plans, or permitting

Benefits

401(k) w/ company match

Health insurance w/ HSA option, Vision, Dental, Life

Flexible schedule

Paid time off

Referral program

Tuition reimbursement

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