Project Engineer - Highway

parsons· 611 Parsons Transportation Group
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🌍 Remote📍 US - CA, San Diego📍 US - Remote (Any Location)Full time💰 USD 104K–181K

About this role

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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 what’s possible.

 

Job Description:

PROJECT ENGINEER

Integrates the various engineering, scope, budget, scheduling, procurement, construction, and start-up aspects of a small project. May manage a subtask of a larger project or study in accordance with contractual obligations. Responsible for the technical excellence of the engineering functions of the project including coordination of technical disciplines, procurement of materials and equipment, and construction planning assistance. Relocation to the project site may be required during construction and start-up activities.

Specific Responsibilities

- Develops the scope of engineering work, schedules, and budgets for assigned project elements, and monitors progress to meet schedule and budget requirements. Identifies and documents changes in scope.
- Assists in determining the scope of procurement work, schedules, and budgets for assigned project buy outs, monitoring progress to maintain those procurements.
- Interfaces with procurement and subcontract personnel to facilitate the bid process.
- Coordinates the utilization of interdisciplinary technical personnel on the project with other Project Engineers.
- Coordinates the assignment of personnel from other technical support groups within the company.
- Assists the Project Manager in planning, directing, supervising, and controlling the execution of technical, fiscal, and administrative functions of the project or study. Assists in determining the technical skills and staff hours required for successful completion of the project.
- Ensures client criteria and scope are met by all engineering disciplines. Expedites distribution of action items following discussions/meetings with the client and Project Manager.
- Prepares technical reports and documentation of activity for the client and project management.
- Obtains, analyzes, and circulates technical and contractual information to project disciplines.


- Performs other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.

Skills and Competencies

- Potential to perform in a lead capacity, excellent written and oral communications skills, and a familiarity of industry practices and regulations.
- Must possess a thorough knowledge of current technology and be able to select and apply appropriate engineering software for use on project.
- Knowledge and understanding of the responsibilities and impact of project execution. (High proficiency)


Education and Typical Experience

- Bachelor's Degree Engineering (or related field)
- 10+ years related field engineering experience or a broad general engineering background

Licenses and Certifications

- Professional registration may also be required.

Key Relationships:

- Supervision Received - Project Manager; Higher-level Project Engineers
- Supervision Given - Engineering/technical personnel assigned to the project
- Internal Contacts - All employees on project; all engineering disciplines
- External Contacts - Suppliers; Clients

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 people’s 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’ visions—and to help them see what's next!

Salary Range: $103,500.00 - $181,100.00

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!

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

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 employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the Project Engineer - Highway role at parsons?
The listed salary for this Project Engineer - Highway position at parsons is USD 104K–181K. This is a remote Full time role.
Is the Project Engineer - Highway job at parsons remote?
Yes, this Project Engineer - Highway position at parsons is remote, with team members based in US - CA, San Diego, US - Remote (Any Location). You can work from home or anywhere in the supported regions.
Is the Project Engineer - Highway role at parsons full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Project Engineer - Highway role in the 611 Parsons Transportation Group department at parsons.
Which team or department does the Project Engineer - Highway at parsons belong to?
This Project Engineer - Highway position is part of the 611 Parsons Transportation Group department at parsons. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Project Engineer - Highway position at parsons?
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When was the Project Engineer - Highway job at parsons posted?
This Project Engineer - Highway position at parsons was posted on Sep 9, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Project Engineer - Highway
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