Transportation Project Manager
Listed on 2026-10-15
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Engineering
Civil Engineering, Road Construction
We are committed to making a meaningful impact through our work. As a
Project Manager 2, you will join our
Transportation team in either our Troy or Rhinebeck, NY office, where you’ll play a key role in delivering vital infrastructure projects across the Northeast. Working with industry experts, you’ll tackle complex challenges that strengthen community resilience and advance environmental sustainability. At Tighe & Bond, you’ll find an engaging, hybrid work environment, a culture of collaboration, and the resources to support your professional growth and development.
Our Transportation Team and Projects
Our transportation team is more than just a group of engineers—we’re problem solvers, innovators, and creators of safe, efficient infrastructure. With nearly 50 professionals, we work on projects that shape the future of transportation across the Northeast, collaborating with state DOTs, municipalities, and private clients to make travel safer and more accessible. Whether it’s designing roads, bridges, or multimodal systems, we ensure our designs are sustainable, cost-effective, and forward-thinking.
Responsibilities,Requirements, and Total Rewards
What You’ll Be Doing
As an experienced member of our Transportation team, you’ll apply your expertise to projects and take on responsibilities such as:
- Leading roadway design projects from planning through execution, including new construction, rehabilitation, and corridor improvements
- Serving as the primary client liaison, building strong relationships, and meeting or exceeding client expectations
- Managing project budgets, scopes, schedules, and resources to deliver projects on time and within budget
- Guiding engineers and designers on roadway geometry, grading, drainage, and traffic-related elements
- Preparing and reviewing engineering reports, design calculations, PS&E packages, and permit applications
- Applying AASHTO, MUTCD, FHWA, and local and state DOT standards to project work
- Coordinating with municipalities, state agencies, utilities, and other internal and external stakeholders
- Mentoring junior staff and supporting their technical and professional growth
- Supporting business development through proposal writing, interviews, and client presentations
What You’ll Need
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field
Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) – required
13+ years of progressively responsible experience in transportation engineering, with emphasis on roadway/highway design
Demonstrated success in project management, including team coordination, budget management, and client communication
Proficiency in design software such as Micro Station, Open Roads Designer, AutoCAD Civil 3D
Strong working knowledge of DOT standards, environmental permitting, and transportation funding mechanisms
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
Preferred Requirements
Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or Transportation Engineering
Prior experience managing projects for state DOTs, MPOs, or large municipal clients
Experience with design-build projects or municipal roadways
Active participation in professional organizations (ASCE, ITE, APWA, etc.)
Your Financial and Wellness Benefits
- Compensation is based on skills and experience as reflected in the pay range below
- Annual Bonus, Profit Sharing, and Employee Stock Ownership Plan
- Best in Class Medical Insurance
- Dental & Vision Insurance
- Wellness Rewards and Reimbursements
- Tuition Reimbursement and Qualified Student Loan Paydown Contributions
- Reimbursements for Licensure/ Certification Preparation and Fees
- Summer Fridays Flextime and Hybrid Work Environment
- Pet Insurance and Adoption Assistance
Ways to Grow Your Career
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