Project Manager - Design Build - Major Projects

Vanasse Hangen Brustlin Inc.; Watertown (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanasse Hangen Brustlin Inc. (VHB) is seeking Project Managers/Senior Project Managers to deliver complex transportation infrastructure across Massachusetts, including highways, bridges, rail, and airports.

You will lead major pursuits, coordinate multidisciplinary teams, oversee design through construction, mentor staff, and partner with public agencies to shape VHB's transportation practice and growth. This is a regular full-time role with opportunities for professional advancement and

Qualifications

• 8+ years of civil or structural engineering experience.
• Massachusetts PE licensure required; other state licensure a plus.
• Experience managing design-build or traditional transportation projects.
• Experience with MassDOT/MBTA-like agencies preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead major pursuits and deliver complex transportation projects.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams across planning, design, and construction.
• Deliver projects from proposal through design and construction support.
• Provide leadership for scope, schedule, budget, and quality.
• Mentor staff in engineering designs and bid documents.
• Liaise with clients, subconsultants, and contractors in meetings.
• Support construction coordination and issue resolution.
• Support client coordination and business development.
• Contribute to team growth and promote standards.

Skills

Technical and critical thinking

Communication skills

Organized and detail oriented

Bentley OpenRoads

AutoCAD

Revit

Model-Based Design coordination

Integrated project delivery tools

Local regulations knowledge

Education

BS in Civil Engineering (transportation/structural emphasis)

Master's degree

Massachusetts Professional Engineer licensure

Licensure in other NE/States (strong plus)

Tools

Bentley OpenRoads

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Project Manager - Design Build - Major Projects

Job Locations: US-MA-Watertown | US-MA-Worcester

ID: 2026-6195

Category: Engineering

Type: Regular Full-Time

Career Stage Type: Experienced

# of Openings: 1

ABOUT THE POSITION

Project Manager/Senior Project Manager - Design Build - Major Projects

VHB's Massachusetts Highway and Structures Team is seeking a Project Managers/Senior Project Managers to support the delivery of complex transportation infrastructure projects across Massachusetts and our growing footprint.

These roles 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 positions offer the opportunity to guide major pursuits, collaborate directly with public agency clients, and help shape the growth of VHB's transportation practice.

You will work alongside experienced technical leaders and project managers on some of the region's most complex transportation infrastructure projects, gaining exposure to major programs while taking on increasing responsibility in project delivery, client coordination, and team leadership.

VHB's transportation practice continues to expand across New England and beyond creating opportunities for experienced leaders. This role provides strong opportunities for professional growth, increasing project leadership responsibility, and continued career development within VHB's transportation practice.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills and Attributes

• 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 OpenRoads, 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.

Minimum Qualifications

• 8+ 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.

The full-time annual base salary range for this position is $110,000 to $170,000 The base salary offered will be determined based on job-related factors, including geographic location, internal equity, experience, credentials, skills, education, work schedule, and other factors permitted by law. The posted salary range reflects base pay only. Additional compensation and benefits available to eligible employees are outlined in our Total Rewards Program.

Annual base salary is one component of VHB's Total Rewards package. In addition to base pay, eligible employees may receive annual incentive compensation bonuses, spot bonuses, and merit-based salary increases, providing opportunities to increase earnings beyond base pay.

VHB also offers a differentiating work experience.

• Eligibility to participate in the VHB 401(k) plan
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Wellness programs
• Tuition reimbursement
• Recognition programs

Details on VHB's benefits package can be found here: Benefits Checklist

VHB has been named a U.S. Best Managed Company for 2026, marking its second consecutive year receiving this prestigious recognition. VHB, was honored for excellence in strategy, execution, corporate culture, and governance/financial performance. Sponsored by Deloitte Private and The Wall Street Journal

Building what's next, together.

Our people make the difference. We foster a technology-empowered, peopledriven, futureready culture where agility, innovation, and collaboration shape how we work every day.

When you join VHB, you'll find:

• 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

We're growing across the East Coast and are consistently recognized as a great place to work. Ready to shape what's next? Learn more about what sets our employee experience apart and connect with us.

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.