Junior Project Manager - Civil Transportation

Atlas; Norcross (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Vacation time and paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Life and disability insurance

Learning and development programs

Job summary

A project management company is looking for a GDOT Transportation Project Manager in Norcross, Georgia. The role involves managing projects for the Georgia Department of Transportation, tracking progress, and adhering to budgets. The ideal candidate should have a relevant Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, and strong communication skills. This position offers a dynamic environment with a hybrid working option and excellent health, wellness, and retirement benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a field relating to engineering, project management, or science, or 3 years of related experience.
• Communicates effectively with teams, local governments, clients, and stakeholders.
• Adapts to challenges, shows attention to detail, and develops practical solutions.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects using Microsoft Office platforms.
• Apply project management tools and practices effectively.
• Coordinate project budgets and perform funds management.

Skills

Project management tools

Effective communication

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, project management, or science

3 years experience in a comparable industry

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

Atlas is a trusted leader in environmental and infrastructure consulting services; we provide services that enable communities to flourish and thrive. With a team of 3,500 employees and offices throughout the US, we combine local expertise and a network of relationships to deliver solutions to both public and private clients. Our services help improve the quality of life in the communities where we live and work. We always aim for smart, safe, and sustainable results. At Atlas we understand that our future is everyone’s responsibility, and we create a better experience at every stage of a project.

Job Description

At Atlas, we're providing services that enable communities to flourish and thrive, and if you’re Transportation Project Manager ready to provide project management services to the Georgia Department of Transportation and committed to doing meaningful work, then this is your moment. You’ll manage projects, track progress and budgets, and follow GDOT systems and procedures.
Join a dynamic, value-driven, client- and community-focused environment where your work creates a lasting positive impact for the people and communities we serve.

Core Responsibilities

Use Microsoft Office platforms to manage projects and tracking project progress.

Effectively apply project management tools and practices.

Manage projects and achieves project milestones.

Coordinate project budget and perform funds management.

Implement Georgia Department of Transportation systems, policies, and procedures

You’ll thrive here if you

A bachelor’s degree in a field relating to engineering, project management, science, or comparable industry or 3 years of experience in a comparable industry

Communicates written & verbally effectively with teams, local governments, clients, and other stakeholders.

Adapts to new challenges, demonstrates strong attention to detail, analyzes problems, and develops practical solutions while working independently on multiple tasks.

Occasional local travel required with primarily in-office schedule (hybrid option negotiable).

Preference for experience with GDOT Plan Development Process of comparable processes

Preference for Project Management Institute certification(s)

Enjoys learning

What you can expect from us

Health & Wellness: We offer medical, dental and vision coverage with multiple plan options, including no-cost employee-only medical coverage.

Time Off & Family Support: We offer vacation time, paid holidays, sick & safety leave (SSL) and paid parental leave

Retirement: We help employees plan for the future with a 401(k) and company match.

Insurance: To provide protection and peace of mind, we offer Life, AD&D (Accidental Death & Dismemberment) and Disability insurance.

Safety Program: We are committed to safety as part of our ‘quality of life’ core value, and we provide approved PPE at no cost and reimbursement for prescription safety glasses and protective footwear.

Learning & Development: We provide clear career paths, learning resources and development programs allowing you to see how you can grow and advance within the company. We offer internal certifications on specific skills and support external credentials through tuition reimbursement.

Belonging: We support Employee Communities (ECs), voluntary, employee-led groups that create connections, belonging and shared purposes.

Flexibility: May vary by project demands and regional workloads, but we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to help employees manage their personal and professional responsibilities.

Our people and our culture are central to our work. Our values bring us together, create a sense of belonging and give us purpose. They guide how we make decisions, how we work as a team and how we serve our clients.

Life: We enhance the quality of life. We value people and safety above all else.

Heart: As our hallmark, we act with compassion, empathy, and respect.

Trust: We work together as partners, doing what we say with full accountability.

Mastery: Always striving for the highest quality, greatness inspires our work.

About the job

• Job Title: GDOT Transportation Project Manager
• Employment Type: Full Time

EEO Statement

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