Engineer Project Manager, Transportation Design

At Woolpert, you’ll do work that matters.

As a leading global architecture, engineering, and geospatial firm, we help clients solve complex challenges that shape communities, strengthen critical infrastructure, advance technology, and improve the world around us. Here, you’ll collaborate across disciplines, tackle meaningful projects, and build a career defined by growth, opportunity, and impact.

Position Overview Woolpert is seeking a Project Manager to join our growing Transportation Practice in Ohio (offices in Dayton, Cincinnati, Cleveland, and Columbus). Project Manager will primarily lead the execution of projects from proposal through detailed design. Ideal candidates will be self-motivated with a strong technical background to guide staff through projects. The Project Manager may also serve as a subject matter expert in support of other projects across the country and around the world.

There is potential for upward mobility within our rapidly growing Transportation Practice.

We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.  Applicants must already possess work authorization in the country the job is located.

Qualified candidates may be eligible for a signing bonus of up to $5,000, based on experience and role alignment. Bonus eligibility is contingent upon 12 months of service and must be repaid if the employee leaves the company within one year of hire.

What You Will Do:

Lead project teams through the development of preliminary engineering, detailed design, and quantification of transportation projects.

Ensure deliverables and quality standards are met in accordance with the agreed scope, schedule, and budget.

Manage and support internal and client cross-functional teams.

Leverage existing relationships and new client and consultant relationships in the pursuit of new work.

Actively participate in professional societies, organizations, and conferences by serving on boards, presenting at luncheons or conferences.

What You Will Bring:

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.

Active PE License in Ohio and Texas.

Ability and willingness to obtain PE licensure in other states through comity.
15 or more years of experience in transportation design (strong preference for bridge experience).Must be able to travel 5-10% to client sites.

Knowledge of ODOT Project Development Process, construction documentation & administration and knowledge in state, local municipalities design process is a plus.

Software Experience Includes:
Micro Station/Open Roads Designer, Finite Element software (examples include LARSA, MIDAS Civil, SAP
2000, Staad-Pro, MDX), Merlin-Dash, Bentley Open Bridge Suite, HEC-RAS, and MS Office Strong leadership, organization, and communication skills.

Ability to work independently as well as in a collaborative team environment; offer constructive feedback and direction to support goals.

Interest in unique challenges requiring creative solutions.#LI-AT1

Benefits You Will Love Certified as a Great Place to Work, Woolpert is one of the fastest-growing architecture, engineering, and geospatial companies in the world. With over 75 offices and countless projects around the globe, you’ll work on meaningful assignments that improve quality of life around the world. In addition to offering competitive pay, we provide employees with a robust set of unique benefits, including:

Freedom to Work program:
Set your own schedule and location (as appropriate).Principal program:
Earn the opportunity to become an owner of the firm.

Flexible paid time off/vacation:
Take time off when it makes sense for you and your team.

Career development :
Explore a wide range of learning and growth opportunities within and across industries.

Health, life, vision, and dental…