Project Manager - Traffic Engineering

Dynamic Engineering Consultants, PC; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Annual incentive opportunities

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Disability and life insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development andCredential

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Dynamic Engineering is seeking a Project Manager to lead traffic analysis assignments and oversee design projects in transportation engineering. You will partner with senior leadership to pursue new contracts and manage objectives, timelines, and budgets for traffic studies and related infrastructure work.

The role requires a PE license, 7+ years of traffic engineering experience, and proficiency with AutoCAD and MS Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering is required.
• PE license with active status is required.
• Minimum 7+ years of traffic/transportation engineering experience.
• Experience with traffic signal design and timing.
• Experience with signing and striping plans and MOT/Traffic control.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook and Project.
• AutoCAD familiarity; strong communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical traffic analysis assignments and production oversight.
• Act as project manager for traffic studies and engineering design tasks.
• Develop and manage objectives, timelines, budgets for projects.
• Prepare traffic impact analyses and technical reports.
• Coordinate with clients, attend meetings, and testify at hearings.
• Supervise engineers and staff; mentor team members.
• Support marketing and business development for traffic work.
• Oversee sub-consultants and ensure QC across studies.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Client management

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) registration

PTOE is preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

HCS

SYNCHRO

VISSIM

CORSIM

Job description

Dynamic Engineering is a nationally recognized multidisciplinary consulting firm providing engineering, surveying, environmental, planning, landscape architecture, traffic engineering, and related consulting services throughout the United States.

What began as a small engineering firm has grown into a family of companies with more than 400 professionals serving commercial, residential, industrial, institutional, and public-sector clients across a broad geographic footprint. Dynamic combines local expertise with the resources and capabilities of a growing national organization.

Founded on the belief that a strong culture drives exceptional performance, we remain committed to fostering collaboration, accountability, innovation, and professional growth while providing employees with meaningful opportunities to contribute, develop, and make an impact.

The Project Manager is responsible for leading technical traffic analysis assignments, supervise the technical production, and operate as project manager for traffic studies and engineering design assignments. This position will partner with the Principal in pursuit of new transportation planning and traffic engineering contracts.

• Serve as the Project Manager in the development of traffic studies and design plans including infrastructure, traffic signal, roadway lighting, signing, pavement marking, construction sequencing, and traffic control plans
• Serve as Project Manager for traffic operations contracts. Develop, maintain and execute project objectives, timelines, goals and budgets
• Prepare technical reports such as traffic impact analysis
• Conduct project-related communications with clients
• Attend project meetings and provide testimony at public hearings
• Supervise and manage other engineers and personnel
• Assist with major project pursuits, new business development, and local client relationships. Identify potential projects and develop strategies to win these projects
• Build and maintain relationships with key traffic engineering and clients
• Participate in the local chapter of the Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE) and increase Dynamic’s exposure/presence in the local traffic engineering community
• Provide technical assistance and quality control oversight on traffic engineering studies and design projects managed by other project managers
• Provide traffic engineering support to other divisions of the company as needed
• Serve as the technical liaison with clients on project efforts and coordinate technical efforts within the traffic engineering discipline
• Assist in the development of marketing strategies for traffic engineering work and related pursuits
• Oversee and perform technical operational analysis using programs such as CORSIM, HCS, SYNCHRO, and VISSIM
Prepare written reports and oral presentations related to Traffic Studies, Parking Studies, Operation Analysis and Safety Analysis
• Lead and direct sub-consultants as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering
• 7 + years of experience in traffic/transportation engineering
• Professional Engineer (PE) registration required
• PTOE is preferred
• Valid Driver’s License and ability to maintain and operate a personal and/or company vehicle
• Experience dealing with regulatory agencies and review professionals
• Traffic Signal design and timing experience
• Signing and Striping Plans
• Maintenance and Protection of Traffic
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Software including Word, Excel, Outlook and Project
• Familiar with AutoCAD
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Independent and critical thinking abilities
• Superior organizational and delegation ability
• Ability to work and lead in a team oriented environment with a focus on staff development and mentoring
• Client management experience
• Experience in managing complex programs and projects
• Proven leadership ability

At Dynamic, we believe great careers are built through meaningful work, continuous growth, and strong relationships. Whether you're launching your career or bringing years of experience, you'll have the opportunity to collaborate with talented professionals, contribute to impactful projects, and play a meaningful role in our continued success.

Dynamic Offers

• Competitive compensation and annual incentive opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and a 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid time off, company holidays, and family support benefits
• Professional development, continuing education, and credential support
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness resources
• Opportunities to collaborate across disciplines and contribute to meaningful projects
• Direct access to experienced leaders and exposure to strategic business initiatives
• A collaborative, entrepreneurial culture that encourages innovation, accountability, and long-term career growth
• Meaningful responsibility and the opportunity to make an impact from day one

We are committed to fostering a workplace where all employees are treated with dignity, fairness, and respect. We believe diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds strengthen our organization, improve decision-making, and help us better serve our employees, clients, and communities.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.