Senior Roadway Engineer - Transportation

at Parsons

Record last updated: 2/21/2026 7:35:05 AM

Current Days Open
65
Reqs Seen
2
Current Min Salary
$86,700.00 (Yearly)
Current Max Salary
$151,700.00 (Yearly)
Historical Days Open
253
First Seen
4/10/2025
Lowest Min Salary Seen
$86,700.00 (Yearly)
2/21/2026
Highest Max Salary Seen
$176,600.00 (Yearly)
12/18/2025

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Full Job Description

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next! At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine whats possible. Job Description: Senior Roadway Engineer - Transportation Infrastructure - Atlanta, Georgia About Us: Parsons is a leading engineering firm dedicated to delivering innovative and sustainable infrastructure solutions. With a strong commitment to excellence, integrity, and the professional growth of our team members, we are at the forefront of the engineering industry. We are currently seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Roadway Design Engineer to join our team in Peachtree Corners, GA. Job Description: As a Senior Roadway Design Engineer at Parsons, you will lead and manage the design and development of roadway projects, ensuring they meet client requirements and adhere to industry standards. You will work on a variety of projects, including urban and rural roadways, highways, and interstate systems. In this role you will complete a wide variety of difficult engineering assignments, applying transportation engineering techniques and analyses within roadway and geometric design on a variety of exciting and complex projects. Parsons' recent win on the SR 400 Express Lanes project highlights our expertise and leadership in the field of highway design. This high-profile project will provide you with the opportunity to work on cutting-edge infrastructure solutions and contribute to the development of significant transportation improvements in the region. Key Responsibilities: Lead the design and development of roadway projects, including concept, preliminary and final design, alignment, grading, and pavement design. Prepare and review engineering calculations, drawings, and specifications. Manage project schedules, budgets, and resources to ensure timely and cost-effective project delivery. Coordinate with clients, stakeholders, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure project objectives are met. Conduct site visits and inspections to assess project progress and address any issues that arise. Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and design staff. Ensure compliance with relevant codes, standards, and regulations, including AASHTO, FHWA, and state DOT requirements. Assist in the preparation of project proposals, cost estimates, and technical reports. Participate in client meetings, presentations, and project reviews. Qualifications: Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering or a related field; Masters degree is desirable Professional Engineer (PE) license is required Minimum of 8 years or more of experience in roadway design engineering, including project management. Solid roadway geometric design background with proficiency in roadway design software (e.g., MicroStation, InRoads, Open Roads). Strong knowledge of AASHTO, FHWA, and state DOT design standards and guidelines. Intermediate skills with Excel (macros, equations) Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment. Security Clearance Requirement: None This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team. For more than 80 years, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world. We work in collaborative teams, both within the company and with our partners and customers, to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We take special pride in projects and solutions that improve communities as well as peoples quality of life by promoting economic growth, enhancing mobility, and increasing sustainability and resiliency. Powered by our people, we provide the imagination necessary to support our customers visionsand to help them see what's next! Salary Range: $86,700.00 - $151,700.00 We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle! 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. We truly invest and care about our employees wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons questAPPLY TODAY! Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/. Founded in 1944, Parsons Corporation, a digitally enabled solutions provider, is focused on creating the future of the defense, intelligence, and critical infrastructure markets. From Earth to outer space, we deliver tomorrows solutions today. Equipped with the capabilities required to take on any defense, intelligence, or critical infrastructure challenge, our agile, innovative, and disruptive approach enables us to deliver solutions at the speed of relevance. Our people are our greatest asset. We strive to be an employer of choice that engages employees in the community and creates rewarding career paths to cultivate a resilient workforce that is ready for the future. For more about Parsons, visit parsons.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and YouTube.

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