Project Manager - Transportation

MSA Professional Services is seeking a Project Manager – Transportation to lead the planning, design, and delivery of roadway and transportation infrastructure projects. This role combines project management, client leadership, and technical oversight to successfully deliver projects for state, county, and municipal clients.

• Lead roadway and transportation projects through planning, design, permitting, bidding, and construction support phases
• Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, staffing, and client expectations
• Develop project management plans, QA/QC plans, schedules, and resource strategies to ensure successful project delivery
• Monitor project performance, identify risks, and implement corrective actions as needed
• Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and in accordance with client requirements and agency standards

• Provide technical oversight for roadway design projects utilizing Open Roads Designer (ORD) and related transportation design software
• Review roadway geometrics, drainage designs, traffic considerations, staging plans, and construction documentation
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to develop practical, safe, and cost-effective transportation solutions
• Support quality control reviews and ensure compliance with DOT and local agency standards

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, agencies, and project stakeholders
• Lead project meetings, presentations, and stakeholder coordination efforts
• Communicate project status, scope changes, schedules, and budgets effectively
• Build and maintain strong relationships with state DOTs, counties, municipalities, and other transportation clients

• Support project pursuits, proposal preparation, and statement of qualifications development
• Collaborate with Client Service Managers and leadership teams to identify and secure new opportunities
• Participate in industry organizations and professional associations to strengthen client relationships and promote MSA's transportation expertise
• Contribute to the growth and strategic direction of the Mobility service line

• Mentor and develop engineers, designers, and emerging professionals
• Foster technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement within project teams
• Support staff development through coaching, knowledge sharing, and project leadership opportunities

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering discipline required

• 6+ years of transportation engineering and project management experience
• Experience managing roadway design projects for state and local transportation agencies preferred
• Experience utilizing Open Roads Designer (ORD) for roadway design required

• Professional Engineer (PE) license required

• Strong understanding of roadway design principles, transportation engineering practices, and DOT standards
• Advanced proficiency with Open Roads Designer (ORD), Micro Station, and related roadway design software
• Demonstrated experience managing project scope, schedules, budgets, and resources
• Strong client relationship management and business development skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Proven leadership, mentoring, and team‐building skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced consulting environment
• Strong organizational, negotiation, and problem‑solving capabilities

• Compensation Range: $97,700 to $156,400 (commensurate with experience)
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – As a 100% employee‑owned company, eligible employees receive company shares at no cost
• Flex Time:
  Work 42 hours this week? Have 2 hours added to your Flex Time balance to use as time off in the future
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Generous employer match that is immediately 100% vested
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance for employees and eligible dependents
• Paid Time Off – Minimum of 17 days in the first year
• Paid Holidays – 8 holidays annually
• Paid Parental Leave – regardless of birth parent
• Employer‑Paid Insurance – Life, short‑term disability, and long‑term disability coverage
• Short‑Term Incentive Program (STIP) – Annual performance‑based bonus opportunity

MSA is an Equal Opportunity Employer
. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law
. MSA is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

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