Civil Project Manager - Transportation

Bolton & Menk, Inc.; Cedar Rapids (IA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Career development opportunities

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

Bolton & Menk, Inc. in Cedar Rapids is seeking a Transportation Project Manager (PE) to lead design teams and drive project delivery for road, drainage, traffic, and preservation projects for DOTs, counties, and cities.

This hybrid role offers the opportunity to work from the Cedar Rapids office while mentoring staff and contributing to business development and proposals. The ideal candidate holds a PE license in Iowa, a civil/transportation degree, and 8+ years of highway design experience,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or transportation engineering from an accredited college or university.
• Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Iowa.
• 8+ years of highway design experience.
• Strong understanding of DOT design standards (IowaDOT preferred) and AASHTO 'Green' Book.
• Experience mentoring staff and leading projects.
• Experience with project management, proposals, and business development.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; team oriented.

Responsibilities

• Cultivate client relationships in dynamic markets for transportation projects to drive growth in Iowa.
• Lead design teams on transportation project design and delivery (roadway, drainage, traffic, preservation).
• Coordinate with contractors and owners to develop innovative construction staging approaches.
• Mentor junior staff and promote technical growth.

Skills

Project management

Mentoring staff

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Client relationships

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or transportation engineering

Job description

Bolton & Menk is excited to be part of the Cedar Rapids area and will be expanding our team and services in Iowa. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a great team of professionals and grow your career! With over 75 years of experience, Bolton & Menk specializes in providing community infrastructure solutions across the Midwest, Southeast, and beyond.

We are looking to add a Transportation Project Manager (PE) to our Cedar Rapids team who will help foster our mission that All People Should Live in Safe, Sustainable and Beautiful Communities! As a Transportation Project Manager for our Iowa market, you will progress your career to the next level by leading design teams in addition to assisting with team development and business development responsibilities. You'll have the confidence that you're joining a growing business line in an established firm and can team with great leaders as they will help mentor you in the next step of your career.

This role will include hybrid work flexibility with the opportunity to work out of our Cedar Rapids office.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Cultivate client relationships in dynamic markets for transportation projects to position for growth of our business in the Iowa market.
• Utilize your expertise and project management skills on transportation project design and delivery, including roadway, drainage, traffic, and preservation design for CDOT, Counties, and Cities
• Work with contractors and owners to develop innovative approaches to construction staging.
• Lead junior staff and promote the growth of their technical skills.

What We Are Looking For:

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or transportation engineering from an accredited college or university
• Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Iowa
• 8+ years of highway design experience
• Proven understanding of DOT design standards (IowaDOT preferred) and AASHTO "Green" Book
• Experience managing and mentoring staff
• Experience with project management, proposal development, and business development
• Strong working technical knowledge of engineering principles and practices is required
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team environment is essential
• Strong active listening and team building skills
• Possess valid driver's license

Bolton & Menk will currently not be providing visa sponsorship or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment without a need for current or future visa sponsorship.

Why Bolton & Menk?

Bolton & Menk, Inc. specializes in providing community infrastructure solutions. Since 1949, we have been committed to improving quality of life through engineering excellence and client satisfaction. From advocating for our communities to designing their dreams to finding funding; we take pride in our work because we live in these same communities. Today, Bolton & Menk has more than 1,000 employees throughout more than 40 locations in Minnesota, Iowa, North Dakota, Wisconsin, Colorado, North Carolina and South Carolina providing services to more than 400 communities and agencies. Learn more about our history here: https://www.bolton-menk.com/about-us/

Our Benefits

At Bolton & Menk, we value our people and provide an exceptional Total Compensation and Benefits Package to protect our most valuable asset. We are committed to the well‑being of our employees and their families. Perks of being a Bolton & Menk employee include peace of mind with our benefits package and competitive compensation plan, flexible schedules, and career development opportunities. Learn more here: https://www.bolton-menk.com/careers

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Bolton & Menk does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party agencies in response to Bolton & Menk job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers. Pre-approval from the Bolton & Menk Talent Acquisition team is required before any external candidate can be submitted and such candidate must be submitted to the Bolton & Menk Talent Acquisition team.

It is our responsibility and privilege to embrace the diversity of people, thoughts, and experiences necessary to develop infrastructure systems that serve all people. Bolton & Menk, Inc., is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affaction Employer including disability and vets.

Licenses & Certifications

Professional Engineer (required)

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