Lead Principal Project Manager – Transportation Infrastructure

Mott MacDonald; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Short-term/Long-term disability

Paid holidays

PTO

Parental leave

Company paid life insurance

Job summary

Mott MacDonald, based in Florida, seeks an experienced Principal Project Manager to lead large infrastructure transportation projects in Tampa, Orlando, or Jacksonville. You will coordinate with a team of engineers on major projects across the region, guiding design, scheduling, and budget management.

The role requires a PE license in Florida and 15+ years of highway design experience, with strong client communication and mentorship capabilities.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Florida Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• 15+ years experience in highway design and local streets.
• Familiarity with FDOT practices, standards and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Leads roadway design and projects in construction in Florida.
• Review and pursue projects for FDOT districts, counties and agencies.
• Develops project plans, scopes and budgets.
• Manages project timelines and budgets.
• Provides technical guidance to junior engineers and team members.
• Designs roadway geometrics, intersections and related features.
• Performs engineering analyses and calculations.
• Ensures compliance with standards and codes.
• Mentors junior engineers and technicians.
• Delegates tasks effectively.
• Communicates with clients, stakeholders and external parties.

Skills

Decision making

Flexibility

Attention to detail

Communication

Team coordination

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

PE license (Florida)

Tools

MicroStation

Bentley ORD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Mott MacDonald, based in Florida, seeks an experienced Principal Project Manager to lead large infrastructure transportation projects in Tampa, Orlando, or Jacksonville. You will coordinate with a team of engineers on major projects across the region, guiding design, scheduling, and budget management.

The role requires a PE license in Florida and 15+ years of highway design experience, with strong client communication and mentorship capabilities.