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Senior Pavement Management Engineer Jobs in California

City of Morro Bay

Senior Civil Engineer

Morro Bay, CA

$123K - $150K/yr

Senior Civil Engineer Job Brochure Join the vibrant coastal community of the City of Morro Bay as a ... Pavement management * Sidewalk and storm drain improvements * Park and facility improvements

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What is the difference between Senior Pavement Management Engineer vs Pavement Design Engineer?

AspectSenior Pavement Management EngineerPavement Design Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Civil Engineering, certifications in pavement management systemsBachelor's or Master's in Civil Engineering, specialized in pavement design
Work EnvironmentAnalyzing pavement conditions, managing maintenance programs, using pavement management softwareDesigning new pavements, selecting materials, creating pavement layouts
Industry UsagePublic agencies, transportation departments, consulting firmsConstruction companies, consulting firms, transportation agencies
Comparison FocusAsset management and maintenance planningPavement structural design and materials selection

The Senior Pavement Management Engineer focuses on managing existing pavement assets, maintenance, and condition assessments, while the Pavement Design Engineer specializes in designing new pavements and selecting appropriate materials. Both roles require civil engineering credentials but differ in their primary responsibilities and work environments.

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Infographic showing various Senior Pavement Management Engineer job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 82% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution.

Staff Pavement Engineer I

NICHOLS CONSULTING ENGINEERS CHTD

Richmond, CA • On-site

$73K - $90K/yr

Full-time

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Job description

NCE is looking for civil engineers ready to join our talented and diverse pavement group in our Bay Area offices. Our team works with many cities and counties throughout California designing improvements and managing their street and road networks.  We also consult at major airports, ports, and state highway agencies, so our work covers a broad range of projects.  Our goal is to provide superior consulting services, resulting in highly satisfied clients and staff that continue to grow.

On a day-to-day basis, the Staff Pavement Engineer plays a vital role, gaining hands on experience in both field and office settings while assisting senior staff on a variety of projects.  This can include evaluating pavement conditions, assisting field crews with materials sampling, collecting non-pavement assets, identifying and marking pavement repair and coring locations, producing pavement designs, and assisting with reports. Our group has a considerable wealth of experience and education, and we are constantly mentoring junior staff toward career growth and professional licensing.    

 At NCE, a Staff Pavement Engineer is encouraged and supported to innovate, investigate, discover, and learn. NCE fosters a collaborative work environment and provides avenues that encourage sharing knowledge, experiences, and new and creative ideas. A Staff Pavement Engineer is able to grow their skillset through a variety of experiences to advance their career.

The selected candidate will be willing to learn and assume technical responsibilities, travel, and demonstrate initiative and persistence. With training, the candidate will be able to perform the following key job responsibilities, including:

  • Performing fieldwork, including surveying pavement conditions, collecting non-pavement asset data, and marking core and repair locations.
  • Extracting non-pavement assets from 360° imagery.
  • Assisting with pavement design reports and field reports.
  • Assisting with pavement management update reports utilizing StreetSaver and Paver pavement management software.
  • Running pavement design programs, utilizing multiple designs and methods, such as Caltrans and AASHTO.

Qualifications (Must Have):

  • B.S. in Civil Engineering with up to 3 years of experience, or M.S.
  • Ability to work in the San Francisco Bay Area and Sacramento region.
  • Basic knowledge of and interest in pavement engineering, including design, materials, and management. Field and/or lab experience is beneficial.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office. Knowledge of ArcGIS is helpful.
  • Strong written and communication skills.
  • EIT and ability to obtain CA PE License.

Qualifications (Nice to Have):

  • Taken courses in pavement engineering, pavement materials (asphalt and concrete), and pavement management
  • Pavement management work: 1 year (Preferred but not required)
  • Surveying pavement conditions: 1 year (Preferred but not required)

Working Conditions: May require field work (e.g., construction equipment and sites, roadway, drilling coring rigs, occasional remote locations, airports, and ports).

Salary range: $73,000 to $90,000 depending on experience