Project Advisor, Transportation
HalffProject Advisor, Transportation, Corpus Christi Halff has an immediate opening for an experience Professional Civil Engineer to fulfill the role of Project Advisor specializing in our Transportation practice located in Corpus Christi, Texas. This is an excellent opportunity to provide strategic support to expand our transportation practice. The ideal candidate will bring at least 15 years of experience in TxDOT roadway and transportation project delivery. The successful candidate should have proven experience in managing complex TxDOT projects, developing new clients, managing a project team, and overseeing successful project delivery. This is an excellent opportunity to progressively grow into career development opportunities for someone interested in growth with Halff. We offer the potential for not only business and personal growth, but ownership in the firm. Level Provides thought leadership and guidance to the transportation practice. They take on an advisory role on the most complex and challenging projects and initiatives. They are recognized for deep technical and industry knowledge and innovative thinking. Their achievements and depth of knowledge in their specialization or field is the main differentiator. What You Will Do Manage multiple complex projects, ensuring delivery within scope, budget and schedule. Develops and implements mitigation plans to maintain project profitability. Mentors project teams with advanced technical and industry knowledge. Serves as a recognized expert in the industry, contributing to the firm's reputation and thought leadership. Advocates for clients by understanding their needs and delivering exceptional solutions. Assists in winning work by identifying, tracking, and pursing strategic transportation projects. Consults with and provides guidance to project stakeholders and managerial staff regarding engineering requirements for construction of various designs, modifications, and structural repairs. Uses design software and drawing tools to accurately render and communicate designs; plans and designs other necessary and related systems and structures such as transportation or hydraulics. Sets design specifications by computing load and grade requirements, material stress factors, water flow rates, and similar parameters. Plans projects based on the analysis of relevant materials such as drawings, blueprints, aerial photography, survey reports, maps, and other geologic and topographical data. Reports and presents plans to audiences with a wide range of backgrounds and technical knowledge, translating engineering and scientific information into easily digestible concepts. Estimates materials, equipment, and labor needed to determine project costs. Collaborates with architects and contractors to ensure projects progress properly. Collaborates with surveyors (or directs and participates in surveying) to establish installations or reference points, grades, elevations, and other factors that will affect construction. Monitors project progress and ensures design specifications, safety, and sanitation standards are met. Performs other related duties as assigned. What You Will Need Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or an ABET-accredited equivalent engineering degree. 15+ years of relevant transportation engineering experience. Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Texas. Extensive knowledge of the TxDOT project development process, including advanced planning. Deep understanding of civil engineering principles, practices, and tools related to the discipline. Ability to develop, track, and manage project schedules. Experience preparing contract documents, including scope and fee development. Ability to manage project budgets and communicate staffing needs. Experience developing proposals and participating in interviews for complex transportation projects. Extremely detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Know…