Project Engineer
Posted 21 Jul 2026
Advertised as “Senior Project Engineer”
BranchFactor Summary
The original posting with the fluff stripped out
- Expected experience
- 8–10 yrs
- Management level
- People management
- Contract
- Full-time
No salary listed for this role.
CertificationsProfessional Engineer
Come work for OHM Advisors, the Community Advancement firm.
With the singular mission of Advancing Communities, our diverse 800 + team of professionals works collaboratively across multiple service areas in multiple states, including architecture, engineering, planning, surveying, and construction engineering.
We are a team of experts with individual specialties working together, driven to make a difference through people-focused problem solving, design, and ideas. In everything we do, we put people first. We create places for communities of people that help solve a problem and drive them forward— advancing the whole community today and well into the future.
What You will Contribute to OHM Advisors
The successful Senior Project Engineer will have the opportunity to assist leading a multi-disciplinary team of engineers and technicians on municipal projects. Project engineering responsibilities include infrastructure design, preparation of construction documents, cost estimating, and thorough project QA/QC. Additional duties include assisting with developing and managing the project scope, schedule, and budget; and delivering an overall quality project to our clients. Collaboration with a team of engineers and mentoring of entry-level staff will be essential.
Your Responsibilities:
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Assist with managing multi-disciplinary engineering projects and engineers.
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Assist with developing and maintaining project scope, schedule, and budget.
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Design of municipal projects involving infrastructure design, site/civil design, water resources, roadway rehabilitation/reconstruction, and pedestrian/bicycle facilities.
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Understanding City of Columbus and ODOT design criteria, standards, and specifications.
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Participation in local professional society functions.
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Lead and manage municipal engineering projects, ensuring timely completion within budget and scope, and meeting all technical and regulatory requirements.
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Oversee and coordinate the design, development, and construction of municipal infrastructure, including roads, utilities, stormwater management, and related systems.
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Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and staff, reviewing designs, calculations, and technical documentation to ensure quality and compliance with standards.
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Manage project scopes, schedules, budgets, and deliverables, ensuring projects stay on track and addressing potential risks or issues as they arise.
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Collaborate with clients, contractors, sub-consultants, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment and satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle.