Project Manager – Traffic Engineering and Tolling Studies

Stantec; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 121,000 - 182,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision plans

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid family leave

Holidays & vacation

Job summary

Stantec in Denver is seeking a Traffic, Tolling, and Revenue Project Manager to lead transportation studies that impact toll roads and managed lanes. You’ll coordinate a cross-disciplinary team of data analytics, traffic operations analysis, and travel demand modeling to deliver projects on time and within budget.

With a bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field and 12+ years of experience (5+ in PM), you’ll drive business development, mentor staff, and communicate complex findings to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or field relevant to traffic forecasting, transportation financing, or fee-based revenue analyses. A PE and/or PTOE license are a plus.
• Minimum of 12 years of relevant technical experience, and minimum of 5 years in project management.
• Strong understanding of transportation planning and forecasting, Traffic & Revenue studies, and/or transportation financing.
• Demonstrated skill at project management and business development.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate technical findings for c-suite audiences
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines

Responsibilities

• Lead transportation and revenue forecasting studies for toll roads / managed lanes.
• Coordinate team of experts in data analytics, traffic operations analysis and traffic engineering, and travel demand modeling
• Serve as Project Manager on transportation studies including facilitating relationships with clients, estimating and writing scopes of work, leading teams of professionals to deliver work within budget and schedules, and managing project controls such as financials, safety, and resources.
• Actively participate and lead business development opportunities including contributing to written proposal efforts, client interviews, and representing the organization at professional conferences.
• Participate in hiring, mentoring, and developing staff

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Leadership

Data analytics

Business development

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Professional Engineer (PE) license or PTOE

Job description

If you’re looking for a career that moves, join our team of professionals who are passionate about the future of transportation.

We create the connections that get people and goods moving—whether by car, bus, train, plane, or their own two feet. Working within the context of the communities we serve, we provide planning, engineering, and infrastructure management services that fit the needs of our clients and improve the overall transportation experience. Join our team and help us keep communities connected.

Smart. Equitable. Resilient. Join our Traffic, Data, and Revenue Forecasting team to help build the future of transportation. We are an all-encompassing traffic team at the intersection of traditional engineering and the future of transportation.

We’re seeking a Traffic, Tolling, and Revenue Project Manager to join our close-knit team of 50+ professionals known for our collaborative spirit and strong relationships—both internally and with our clients. We foster a culture built on flexibility, accountability, and camaraderie, and we take pride in the supportive, engaging environment we’ve cultivated.

This position is part of our national team, with team members based in Denver, Portland, and New York City. Candidates in these locations are preferred, though other U.S. Stantec office locations will be considered. And at Stantec, we value a hybrid work environment that combines in-person collaboration with remote flexibility.

Your Opportunity

As a key member of our team, you’ll lead and support a variety of transportation projects that make a real impact. Some of your responsibilities may include:

• Lead transportation and revenue forecasting studies for toll roads / managed lanes.

• Coordinate team of experts in data analytics, traffic operations analysis and traffic engineering, and travel demand modeling,

• Serve as Project Manager on transportation studies including facilitating relationships with clients, estimating and writing scopes of work, leading teams of professionals to deliver work within budget and schedules, and managing project controls such as financials, safety, and resources.

• Actively participate and lead business development opportunities including contributing to written proposal efforts, client interviews, and representing the organization at professional conferences.

• Participate in hiring, mentoring, and developing staff.

You’re passionate about creating safe, efficient, and equitable transportation systems. You bring:

• A bachelor’s degree in engineering or field relevant to traffic forecasting, transportation financing, or fee-based revenue analyses. A PE and/or PTOE license are a plus.

• Minimum of 12 years of relevant technical experience, and minimum of 5 years in project management.

• Strong understanding of transportation planning and forecasting, Traffic & Revenue studies, and/or transportation financing.

• Demonstrated skill at project management and business development.

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate technical findings for c-suite audiences

• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines

Why Choose Stantec?

We're proud to be part of an award-winning global team shaping communities through engineering and design. At Stantec, you'll find:

• A people-first culture that values collaboration, growth, and innovation

• A diverse and inclusive work environment where your voice matters

• Flexible work arrangements that support work-life balance

• Opportunities to grow through mentorship, training, and professional development

Compensation & Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time and part-time employees, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans

• Wellness programs and flexible spending accounts

• 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans

• Life and disability insurance

• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support

• Paid family leave, holidays, vacation, and sick time

Ready to make an impact?

Join us and help shape the future of transportation!

About Stantec

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.

Pay Range

Locations in CO, HI, IL, MD & Various CA, NJ, VA Areas-$121,300.00 - $182,100.00 Annually

Pay Transparency

In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary

Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).

Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.