Pavement Design Engineer

Mantis Innovation is a leading facility performance consultant and project delivery engine that delivers smart, sustainable solutions that improve facility performance and unlock operational efficiencies. We serve over 70% of what a building owner/operator spends on their buildings inside and out, including the building envelope, pavements, mechanical systems, lighting, energy procurement, and technology ecosystem. Our company delivers custom outcomes for our clients that reduce operating costs, flatten capital spending, reduce carbon emissions, and drive sustainability ambition.

We’re on the lookout for a Pavement Design Engineer to join our team! This role is perfect for those with a solid background in pavement design and a passion for creating durable, safe, and cost-effective pavement systems. 

• Conduct comprehensive pavement assessments to ascertain quality of existing conditions and provide solutions based on Owner requirements 
• Prepare bid documents, technical specifications, drawings and specific construction details 
• Participate in pre-bid, pre-construction, and project meetings, as well as client interfacing activities 
• Prepare cost estimates for repair, restoration, maintenance and replacement for both individual properties and multi-property portfolios 
• Use specialized software to simulate pavement behavior under different conditions. 
• Work closely with the engineering team, clients, contractors, and other stakeholders to coordinate pavement projects. 
• Analyze traffic loads, soil characteristics, and environmental factors to determine the thickness and composition of pavement layers. 
• Research and design new ideas for products and systems. 
• Ensure that designs are functional, safe, and compliant. 
• Present designs and demonstrations for client approval. 
• Develop and optimize structural and functional aspects of asphalt and pavement systems. 
• Estimate the cost associated with different pavement design options. 
• Liaise with clients and stakeholders to determine project briefs. 

• Act as a liaison between the owner and the pavement contractor 
• Read, understand, and be familiar with the related contract and specifications.
• Report accurate progress of projects, confirm correct installation methods, and adherence to change orders. 
• Monitor final construction phases to address any final technical problems. 

• Inventory pavement conditions, identifying good, fair and poor pavements. 
• Identify pavement defects and repair solutions. 
• Forecast future performance of the pavement using pavement degradation curves. 
• Develop budgets for total cost of ownership, including maintenance, repair, and capital renewal 
• Work with owner customers to schedule maintenance and repair.
• Maintain all pavement condition data, budgets, performance data, and other information needed to manage customers’ pavement assets. 

• 3-5 years in pavement/asphalt design, including on-site project monitoring.
• Strong communication skills, both written + verbal.
• A solutions-oriented attitude.
• Proven experience in construction, with a sharp eye for quality in pavement projects.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Confident public speaker with the ability to organize + deliver presentations.
• Leadership skills with the ability to manage and inspire our ground crew.
• A readiness to travel extensively to where our projects take you.
• A history of hands-on work paired with client-facing experience.
• Eagerness to learn and adapt, including skills like roofing inspections, to support diverse work requirements.
• Clean + effective interpersonal skills.

• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits. 
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement. 
• A changing work environment with a variety of challenging projects. 

If you’re passionate about construction, excel in working with pavement, and want to lead, we want to hear from you. Apply today and become a big part of our mission to deliver excellence in every project we undertake! 

What else can we offer you?

We offer a fantastic lineup of benefits, including Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, HSA, 401k Matching, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick, Paid Holidays, Paid Parental Leave, Paid Short Term & Long Term Disability, Tuition Reimbursement, and a flexible hybrid work schedule (for office-based employees). Working at Mantis also brings tremendous professional development opportunities that allow you to make a real impact on both the company and your career!

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and members of historically marginalized communities are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Mantis we are dedicated to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, so if this role has you excited but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification we encourage you to still apply!

Note: Employees are held accountable for all duties of this job. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position.

Mantis Innovation is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.