Roadway Design Unit Head – Districts 4 and 8 (Professional Engineer II)

SON is hiring a Roadway Design Unit Head - Districts 4 and 8 (Professional Engineer II) for a full-time role in Lincoln, Nebraska. This position places you at the center of planning and delivering roadway infrastructure that supports mobility across two important service areas.

About the Role

The Roadway Design Unit Head - Districts 4 and 8 (Professional Engineer II) opportunity with SON in Lincoln, Nebraska, centers on leading a specialized design team responsible for highway and roadway projects that serve Districts 4 and 8. In this full-time capacity you will set technical direction, uphold engineering standards, and ensure plans move from concept through delivery while aligning with broader transportation priorities. Candidates searching for Roadway Design Unit Head - Districts 4 and 8 (Professional Engineer II) jobs in Lincoln, Nebraska, or SON careers will find a role that blends hands-on design oversight with unit-level leadership.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Direct preparation and quality review of roadway plans, specifications, and estimates for Districts 4 and 8 corridors
• Assign work, monitor progress, and remove barriers so the design unit meets schedule and technical milestones
• Coordinate with adjacent units, field offices, and external partners to keep projects aligned
• Apply applicable design criteria and constructability feedback throughout the plan development process
• Mentor engineers and technicians while fostering consistent practices across the unit
• Track performance metrics and recommend process improvements that strengthen design outcomes

What We're Looking For

• Professional Engineer credentials consistent with the Professional Engineer II designation
• Demonstrated experience leading or contributing to roadway and highway design initiatives
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects serving distinct geographic districts
• Strong grasp of design standards, plan production workflows, and quality assurance methods typical for state-level roadway work
• Clear communication skills for briefing technical findings and guiding staff development
• Readiness to work on-site in Lincoln, Nebraska, as this Roadway Design Unit Head - Districts 4 and 8 (Professional Engineer II) position is not remote

About the Company

SON is hiring for this role and offers a supportive team environment.

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