Talent.com
Highway Project Professional Engineer

Highway Project Professional Engineer

Abacus CorporationMemphis, TN, US
2 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Permanent
  • Temporary
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Abacus Corporation is a family-owned leader in workforce and talent solutions with over 80 years of experience. We specialize in connecting skilled professionals with direct hire opportunities across industries like industrial, security, healthcare, finance and professional services.

Known for our supportive culture and long-standing client partnerships, Abacus offers more than just a job—we provide a path to lasting career growth with trusted employers nationwide.

Position summary

Our client is currently seeking a full-time Professional Engineer( PE) to manage asset management operations on a comprehensive roadway maintenance project(s) in Memphis, TN . This position requires performing a wide range of responsibilities on new and existing asset maintenance and roadway services AM / O&M contracts related to planning work, scheduling / managing crews, roadway repair analysis, preparing project report submissions, interfacing with government Clients and adherence to all applicable federal, state, and local regulations, as well as company policies and procedures. The successful candidate will bring demonstrated experience in driving revenue growth and managing financial performance, with a strong understanding of how operational decisions impact project profitability. While a technical background in this type of business is preferred, it is not required. Proven leadership in dynamic environments, meticulous organizational skills, and adaptive, analytical problem-solving abilities are essential. This role also requires the ability to build and lead effective teams, and to operate comfortably across diverse settings—from office environments to project sites and formal meetings. Candidates should be motivated to grow their careers, foster strong teams, and maintain focus amid rapidly changing environments.

Position Location : Memphis, TN

Seniority Level : Mid-Level to Senior Manager

Work Environment

  • Project Field (65%) : Outside environment around highway / facility infrastructure
  • Client Office (10%) : Government-style professional offices within near proximity to project office
  • Construction / Maintenance Offices (15%) : Project office compatible with industry standard for construction field offices
  • Divisional Project Sites (5%) : Multiple sites through region and U.S.
  • Remote / Home Office (5%) : Occasional job duties performed remotely at residence

Corporate Culture

  • Privately held family-owned and directly operated business
  • Core values include humility, hard-work, team / family, passion, equality, purpose
  • Team-oriented with senior leadership engaged at all company levels
  • Strong focus on mentorship, training, development and operational guidance
  • De-centralized corporate structure with emphasis on independent regional management
  • Flexible with home / work balance
  • Responsibilities

  • Lead contract operations on roadway maintenance, repair, and construction operations
  • Manage project office and field operations
  • Coordinate financial planning and project budget projections that will assist senior managers
  • Tracking / reporting maintenance contract performance relative to plan, contract, and company targets
  • Work with Regional / Project Managers to develop short-term and long-term project maintenance repair plans e
  • Perform analysis to improve field prosecution, crew efficiency and maximize operational safety
  • Prepare monthly and quarterly reporting packages for presentation to Client and Corporate operations centers
  • Required Experience

  • Highly efficient organizational skills in a multi-faceted long-term project environment
  • Minimum 10 years experience with roadway maintenance, project management, team leadership, or direct client facing responsibilities
  • Bachelor's Degree Engineering or Construction Management, ABET accredited university
  • Ability to rapidly develop a competent understanding of technical roadway maintenance specifications
  • Ability to lead, direct, and manage field maintenance crews and office staff
  • Superior analytical and problem-solving skills, with demonstrated intellectual and analytical rigor
  • Effective communicator at all professional levels
  • Must be able to communicate with client verbally and in written form
  • Ability to manage project field emergencies 24 / 7
  • Ability to analyze field accomplishment data and prepare reports, statements and projections
  • Working knowledge of short- and long-term contract budgeting and forecasting, rolling budgets, and revenue analysis
  • Preferred Experience

  • Familiarity with DOT contract operations
  • PE certificate with reciprocity
  • Bilingual (English / Spanish)
  • Engineering / field operations professional experience
  • Military / Veteran or Law Enforcement leadership experience
  • Bachelors Degree : engineering, construction project management or related
  • Competent understanding of roadway maintenance and repair specifications
  • Technical experience with earthworks, landscaping, road construction, bridge maintenance, stormwater drainage maintenance
  • Qualifications

  • High School Diploma, some college courses required with College Degree preferred
  • Knowledge of administrative activities
  • Knowledge of phone and messaging systems
  • Competency of Microsoft Office software
  • Solid organizational planning
  • Proper phone technique and protocol
  • Excellent verbal and written skills
  • Skill in establishing priorities and managing work loads
  • Ability to perform multiple, non-technical tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in the order to meet changing job conditions
  • Neat and legible handwriting skills
  • Perform basic math skills including calculations using fractions, percent, and / ratios
  • Read and understand manuals, plans, specifications, write documents following prescribed formats
  • Understand multi-step written and oral instructions
  • Self-starter who can work independently
  • Dependable and highly organized with business and maturity, discretion, enthusiasm, and positive attitude
  • Ability to travel within State (up to 25%) and occasionally outside State
  • Employment Type and Compensation

    Full-time, usually 5 days a week with weekend and nighttime work possible. Must be flexible and available to respond to emergency related weather events and client emergencies. Compensation Package includes competitive base pay, annual profitability-based bonus, recognition incentives and extensive training opportunities. Comprehensive Benefit Plan options for full time employees to include : Health, Vision, & Dental insurance for you and your family, 401(k) Retirement Plan, 2 weeks of Vacation time, 2 weeks of Sick time, 12 paid Holidays, Free Life Insurance, Free Long Term Disability coverage, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Critical Illness coverage, Free Employee Assistance Plans, Nationwide Pet Insurance Discount, and more!

    Company will conduct Background check, MVR and Controlled Substance testing prior to hire.

    Create a job alert for this search

    Highway Project Engineer • Memphis, TN, US

    Related jobs
    • Promoted
    • New!
    Market Lead - Professional Engineer | Transportation

    Market Lead - Professional Engineer | Transportation

    TREKK Design Group, LLCMemphis, TN, US
    Full-time
    F6A7;Transportation PE & Market Lead – Build More Than Just Infrastructure! 💡.We’re looking for a Transportation Market Lead in Memphis who’s ready to take the next bi...Show moreLast updated: 9 hours ago
    • Promoted
    PH - Switcher PT-1

    PH - Switcher PT-1

    FedExOlive Branch, Mississippi, US
    Full-time
    Responsible for the movement of trailers to and from the unload / load doors and throughout the yard.May also be responsible for the physical loading, unloading and / or sorting of packages by hand, ...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    • Promoted
    Information Technology Professional

    Information Technology Professional

    U.S. NavyWest Memphis, AR, United States
    Full-time +1
    To be eligible to enlist in the U.Navy, candidates must be between the ages of 18-34.At any given moment, hundreds of complex networked computer systems are operating in tandem to keep ships and su...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    • Promoted
    Surgical Technician FT Days

    Surgical Technician FT Days

    Saint Francis Hospital - BartlettBARTLETT, Tennessee, United States
    Full-time
    The Surgical Technologist demonstrates basic knowledge and skills in the scrub role, necessary to provide assistance during surgical procedures. Employment practices will not be influenced or affect...Show moreLast updated: 8 days ago
    Project Eng-3

    Project Eng-3

    FedExMemphis, Tennessee, US
    Full-time
    Leads multiple projects simultaneously, including the evaluation and implementation of manpower and systems projects designed to reduce operating and expenses, increase revenues and enhance custome...Show moreLast updated: 1 day ago
    • Promoted
    Physician Oncology-Medical Oncology - Competitive Salary

    Physician Oncology-Medical Oncology - Competitive Salary

    OneOncologyGermantown, TN, US
    Full-time
    Thoracic Medical Oncologist - Lung Cancer Division Leader.West Cancer Center & Research Institute.Experienced thoracic medical oncologist preferred. Junior faculty with lung focus and clinical r...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    • Promoted
    • New!
    Project Manager- Professional Engineer | Transportation

    Project Manager- Professional Engineer | Transportation

    TREKK Design Group, LLCMemphis, TN, US
    Full-time
    F6A7; Transportation Engineer & Project Manager Extraordinaire! 🚗.Are you a traffic-taming, project-winning, mentor-extraordinaire who thrives in a servant-leader, team-first environmen...Show moreLast updated: 9 hours ago
    • Promoted
    • New!
    Senior HVAC Project Engineer

    Senior HVAC Project Engineer

    Goodwin RecruitingMemphis, TN, US
    Full-time
    A highly respected, award-winning engineering firm is seeking a Senior HVAC Design Engineer to join its growing team.This is an opportunity to work on cutting-edge, energy-efficient, and net-zero p...Show moreLast updated: 9 hours ago
    • Promoted
    Project Engineer

    Project Engineer

    VirtualVocationsMemphis, Tennessee, United States
    Full-time
    A company is looking for a Project Engineer to enhance engineering processes and collaborate with teams in Fremont, CA.Key Responsibilities : Lead continuous improvement initiatives across enginee...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    • Promoted
    Emergency Medicine

    Emergency Medicine

    LocumTenens.comTipton, Tennessee, US
    Full-time
    Emergency Medicine physician job in Tennessee : .Job Reference Id : ORD-196242-MD-TN.Dates Needed : September - Ongoing.Shift Type : Day Shift. Night Shift.Board Certification Required : Yes.A facil...Show moreLast updated: 21 days ago
    • Promoted
    Project Engineer

    Project Engineer

    FEUER-USARobinsonville, MS, US
    Full-time
    Feuer Powertrain - North America : (Robinsonville, MS).We are the US subsidiary of a German-based leading producer of crankshafts, "the heart of every engine. In Europe, we produce 2 out of ever...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    • Promoted
    Physician Hospitalist - Competitive Salary

    Physician Hospitalist - Competitive Salary

    TeamHealthWest Memphis, AR, US
    Full-time
    Baptist Memorial Hospital - Crittenden County is seeking a full-time hospitalist to join our collaborative and patient-focused team. This unique and dynamic role offers the opportunity to round at o...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    • Promoted
    Nuclear Engineer

    Nuclear Engineer

    U.S. NavyLake Cormorant, MS, United States
    Full-time
    To be eligible to enlist in the U.Navy, candidates must be between the ages of 18-34.The most powerful energy sources in the world need the most powerful minds behind them.As a Nuclear Reactors Eng...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    • Promoted
    Project Engineer

    Project Engineer

    WaggonerHernando, MS, US
    Full-time
    Project Manager / Client Account Manager in delivering project, within budgetary and time constraints.Are you ready to inspire, engage and deliver? For almost 50 years Waggoner has delivered sound re...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    • Promoted
    Project Engineer

    Project Engineer

    Mastech DigitalMemphis, TN, US
    Full-time +1
    Digital Transformation Services for all American Corporations.We value our professionals, providing comprehensive benefits and the opportunity for growth. Primary Skills : Project Management.As the P...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    • Promoted
    Bomb Technical

    Bomb Technical

    U.S. NavyLake Cormorant, MS, United States
    Full-time
    To be eligible to enlist in the U.Navy, candidates must be between the ages of 18-34.Americans live for fireworks on the Fourth of July. The other 364 days of the year, Explosive Ordnance Disposal (...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    • Promoted
    Highway Maintenance Project Manager

    Highway Maintenance Project Manager

    DCS Asset MaintenanceMemphis, TN, US
    Full-time
    DCSAM is a family owned and operated business with treating all employees like family at the core of our values.Our employees provide innovative, safe, and high-quality. State DOTs, railroads, and o...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    • Promoted
    Project Engineer

    Project Engineer

    xAIMemphis, TN, US
    Full-time
    AI's mission is to create AI systems that can accurately understand the universe and aid humanity in its pursuit of knowledge. Our team is small, highly motivated, and focused on engineering exc...Show moreLast updated: 2 days ago