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Senior Project Engineer - Transportation

Pay: $170,000 – $200,000 per year
Location: Ft Lauderdale, FL
Listed: 10 days ago

About the role

AECOM is currently seeking an experienced Senior Project Engineer to support and oversee a variety of transportation and infrastructure projects within the Fort Lauderdale, Florida region. This role will be responsible for providing technical expertise, leadership, and construction engineering inspection support to ensure projects are delivered in accordance with contract requirements, quality standards, and schedules.

Serves as senior technical resource and technical advisor for assigned projects and team members
Provides specialized technical input to studies and design work within the specific area of expertise
Develops study and design procedures to facilitate high-quality, cost-effective work by others
Participates in interdisciplinary review of project deliverables and provides constructive technical feedback
Serve as an Engineer of Record for small to medium size transportation improvement projects
Develops construction cost estimates and estimates of technical efforts for projects with accuracy and attention to detail
Applies expertise throughout all steps of completing the discipline component of PS&E packages
Performs quality control review of design calculations, drawings, and technical documentation
Prepares and reviews technical specification sections for completeness and compliance
Provides input to the development of engineering budgets and schedules to meet project requirements
Mentors junior engineers and technical staff to support professional development and knowledge transfer
Manages client and stakeholder communications regarding technical matters and project status
Ensures compliance with FDOT design criteria, standards, and regulatory requirements throughout project delivery
Leads small to mid-sized project teams and coordinates efforts across multiple disciplines
Performs independent technical reviews demonstrating knowledge of multiple engineering disciplines
Identifies opportunities for process improvement and innovation in design methodologies and project delivery

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering plus 10 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
Familiarity with FDOT plan production and design criteria
Professional Engineer (PE) license in Florida or ability to obtain reciprocity within 6 months

Preferred Qualifications

Demonstrates strong judgment in proactively identifying and solving routine and non-routine operational challenges, establishing operational objectives and requirements, organizing programs and projects, and developing standards and guidance across diverse engineering functions
Experience with Bentley Open Roads and 3D Modeling
Ability to design typical sections, alignments, plan and section drawings
Ability to lead small teams to complete projects
Performs independent technical reviews with knowledge of multiple disciplines

Additional Information

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

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About the Company

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.

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 2025. 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.

Equal opportunity and legal notices

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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From AECOM's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on October 31, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.

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