Project Manager Transportation - Major Projects

Project Manager Transportation (Major Projects)

Locations:
Watertown, MA;
Worcester, MA.

Salary:
Watertown $,000;
Worcester $,000.

VHB's Massachusetts Highway and Structures Team is seeking a Project Manager to support the delivery of complex transportation infrastructure projects across Massachusetts and New England. This role will work with multidisciplinary teams of engineers, planners, and specialists supporting highway corridor improvements, complex and signature bridges, rail modernization projects, and airport infrastructure using both traditional and alternative procurement. The position offers the opportunity to guide major pursuits, collaborate directly with public agency clients, and help shape the growth of VHB's transportation practice.

• Lead major pursuits and contribute to the delivery of complex transportation infrastructure projects.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams of engineers, planners, and specialists in the planning, analysis, design, and delivery of highway, bridge, rail, transit, and airport infrastructure projects.
• Deliver projects from proposal development through design and construction support.
• Provide leadership for project execution including scope development, technical approach, schedule, budget management, and quality performance.
• Direct and mentor technical staff in the preparation of engineering designs, plans, specifications, cost estimates, reports, and bid documents.
• Serve as a primary technical liaison with clients, subconsultants, and contractors, representing VHB in project meetings and technical discussions.
• Support construction coordination by providing design guidance, addressing constructability considerations, and assisting with technical issue resolution during construction.
• Support client coordination and assist in business development and project pursuits.
• Contribute to team collaboration, mentorship, and the continued growth of the transportation practice.
• Promote VHB's standards for technical excellence, project management, risk management, and quality delivery.

• Strong technical and critical thinking skills and interdisciplinary understanding.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-motivated, highly organized, and detail oriented.
• Familiarity with transportation design platforms such as Bentley Open Roads, AutoCAD, Revit, and similar platforms.
• Model-Based Design development and coordination experience and strong understanding.
• Experience supporting integrated project delivery and schedule coordination tools is a plus.
• Strong understanding of local regulations, code, and design guides.

• 8-11+ years of civil or structural engineering experience.
• BS in Civil Engineering (transportation or structural emphasis preferred).
• Master's degree a plus.
• Massachusetts Professional Engineer licensure (licensure in other New England or other States is a strong plus only in addition to Massachusetts).
• Mid-to-large scale traditional and design-build complex transportation project management and construction support experience required, including past experience supporting design management or project management on transportation infrastructure projects; experience in the role of design manager, or deputy design manager, are a strong plus.
• Experience working with public transportation agencies such as MassDOT, MBTA, Massport, or similar regional agencies is preferred.

• Meaningful work on complex projects with real community impact.
• A collaborative, inclusive culture that values curiosity and shared success.
• Support to grow your skills and lead through change.
• Learning and development supported by evolving tools and technologies, including AI.
• Best-in-class benefits and a flexible, hybrid work environment.

VHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.