Civil Engineering Project Manager

Civil Engineering Project Manager

Join Fisher Associates as a motivated Transportation Project Manager with a strong foundation in civil engineering, infrastructure design, and quality control. In this role you’ll play a key part in ensuring technical accuracy, functional quality, and creative problem‑solving that define our project success. You’ll work collaboratively with internal teams and directly with clients—managing deliverables, maintaining client satisfaction, and driving projects forward from concept through completion.

Job Type: Full‑time

Mid‑Senior level

Project Management and Information Technology

Design Services

Fisher Associates is a multidisciplinary design services firm headquartered in Rochester, NY, with eight locations nationwide. The firm provides civil/site engineering, transportation engineering, electrical engineering, landscape architecture, architecture, planning, environmental, surveying, GIS, construction inspection, precast engineering and construction engineering services to public and private sector clients across numerous markets.

• You are empowered to achieve exceptional results through collaboration and ownership.
• Your voice matters in our inclusive and transparent culture, where accessible leadership genuinely welcomes ideas and feedback.
• Your growth is our priority. We offer clear career paths, tuition assistance, and ongoing learning opportunities to support your development.
• You thrive in a culture that celebrates fun and fosters a relaxed, easy‑going atmosphere, so you can bring the best of yourself to work every day.
• Your journey is shaped by a culture of mentorship, where experienced colleagues guide your growth and you, in turn, inspire others.
• Your success is supported by a flexible work environment empowering you to thrive both professionally and personally.

• Collaborate with internal teams, clients, subconsultants and agencies to ensure seamless project delivery.
• Lead projects from initial setup through planning, safety analysis, and project kick‑off.
• Manage project budgets, scope, schedule, and staffing to stay on plan.
• Oversee project billing, client updates, QA/QC of deliverables, and project closeout.
• Lead transportation design projects, ensuring compliance with industry, regulation, and safety standards.
• Support the preparation of project proposals by collaborating with senior staff and technical teams.
• Coordinate with design teams to develop detailed plans, specifications, drawings and bid packages.
• Perform technical reviews and provide guidance to resolve design challenges.
• Manage a project team, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.
• Assign tasks, monitor progress, and provide guidance to ensure project milestones are met.
• Mentor and develop team members to enhance their technical and professional skills.

• B.S. degree in Civil Engineering;
  Master’s preferred.
• 7+ years transportation design engineering and project management experience.
• Ability to manage transportation projects including highways, structures and traffic.
• Professional Engineering License (PE) preferred or ability to obtain it.
• Proven client relationship and business development experience.
• Proficiency in MS Office programs and Micro Station (preferred).
• Familiarity with state DOT design standards (NYSDOT or PennDOT preferred).
• Professional performance standards aligned with Fisher’s Mission, Vision, and Core Values.
• Demonstrated high‑quality work and ability to problem‑solve applying critical thinking and sound judgment to challenges.
• Driven to take ownership of projects, prioritize tasks effectively, and thrive in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment that fosters personal and professional growth.
• Highly adaptable and proactive in meeting deliverables and deadlines.
• Dedicated to fostering trust and collaboration through integrity, respect, and active listening in client and team relationships.
• Have a sense of curiosity, always looking for a better way, and a continuous improvement mindset.
• Embrace feedback constructively and use it as an opportunity for growth.

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