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Job Title: Roadway Designer

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Transportation/Roadway Desginer to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for roadway geometric design and modeling, preparation of detailed construction plans and contract documents, and coordination with various stakeholders. This role requires proficiency in using computer-assisted engineering and design software, managing project budgets and schedules, and ensuring adherence to quality assurance and quality control standards.

Responsibilities

• Design and model roadway geometries.

• Prepare detailed construction plans and contract documents.

• Perform and check design computations, design plans, and quantity estimates.

• Utilize engineering and design software to prepare documents.

• Coordinate with regulatory agencies, utility companies, and subconsultants.

• Collaborate with a team of engineers and designers on project designs.

• Manage project budgets and schedules.

• Attend client meetings.

• Adhere to company standards for quality assurance and quality control.

Essential Skills

• At least 4 years of roadway design or similar experience.

• Proficiency with MicroStation and GeoPak Civil Engineering Suite, including Open Roads.

• Proficiency in horizontal and vertical roadway geometrics and experience in developing and manipulating roadway corridor models.

• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

• Strong oral communication and technical writing skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with IDOT is highly desirable.

• Experience in bridge design and transportation design.

Work Environment

This is a hybrid position with two days in the office and three days remote. The candidate can report to offices located in Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, Iowa City, or Muscatine.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent

• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.