Project Engineer - Transportation; Roadway

Overview

What LJA Has To

Offer:

LJA is offering an exciting opportunity that will allow you to reach your full career potential. The structure of our organization is designed to amplify your capabilities while gaining the benefits of being an employee-owner. You will collaborate daily with dedicated, skilled, and supportive leaders. Whether you are in the office, in the field, or behind the scenes, working at LJA gives you the chance to grow through hands-on experience and exposure to a broad range of clients and services.

What Makes LJA Different:
At LJA, our employee-owners take pride in their work and workplace. We’re guided by leaders who foster a culture of respect, collaboration and a shared vision of success. Our difference is evident in the experiences and opportunities we provide.

• POSITION OVERVIEW:
  
  As a Project Engineer at LJA Transportation, you will be responsible for design calculations, preparing plans, and developing schematic designs for GDOT, local government, and regional infrastructure projects while collaborating with team members, clients, and consultants. You’ll apply advanced engineering principles and exercise independent judgment in a supportive, team-oriented culture.
• A typical day might include:

• Performing design calculations, preparing plans, and directing schematic designs for GDOT, local government, and other projects around the region.
• Using advanced techniques, theory, precepts, and practices.
• Interacting with task leaders, team members, clients, and other consultants.
• Exercising judgment in independently evaluating, selecting, and adapting standard techniques, procedures, and criteria.
• Mentoring direct reports and conveying knowledge to others.
• Team lunches, breakfasts, and social activities.

• Bachelor of Science Degree, Civil Engineering
• Licensed as a Professional Engineer (Georgia preferred as starting point)

• 5+ years of experience with Micro Station, in Roads (or Open Roads) and GDOT procedures
• Effective communication skills to engage with other employee-owners

• Experience with Bentley ORD
• Experience with Large Scale GDOT Projects or Programs
• Experience and relationships with various GA cities and other agencies
• Advanced skills in specialized software programs
• Technical training experience

At LJA, we’re 100% employee-owned. This drives results, rewards ambition and supports long-term success for every team member. With almost 100 locations and 3,000+ employee-owners, we’re building something big. Your future grows here.

• Generous Time Off: PTO, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Year’s.
• Comprehensive Benefits:
  Multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets, including mental health support.
• Family Support:
  Paid maternity and parental leave.
• Education Support:
  Tuition reimbursement and in-house courses provided by our Learning and Development team.
• Referral Bonuses:
  Reward for helping us grow.
• Community Impact:
  Company-sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.
• Professional Development:
  Memberships to industry organizations to keep you connected and growing.
• Career Growth:
  Internal mobility opportunities to advance your career.
• Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, and other activities.

To Executive Search Firms & Staffing Agencies: LJA Engineering, Inc. and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies that have not signed a service agreement. All unsolicited resumes will be considered LJA's property. This includes resumes submitted directly to hiring managers without contacting LJA's Human Resources Talent Department.