Project Manager - Transportation

DLZ Corporation; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible spending accounts & health FS

401(k) options (Traditional and Roth)

Paid parental leave

Life & AD&D insurance

Disability coverage

Wellness program

Job summary

DLZ Corporation seeks an experienced Transportation Engineer - Project Manager to lead Michigan transportation projects from planning through design delivery. The role is based in Lansing, Waterford, Detroit, or Muskegon and targets a seasoned PE adept at client leadership, project management, and coordinating cross-discipline teams.

The successful candidate will own scope, budget, schedule, and quality, while driving proposals, client meetings, and collaborative solutions across DLZ's Michigan

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• 10–15 years of roadway/transportation experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Michigan or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Proficiency with MicroStation/OpenRoads Designer and/or AutoCAD/Civil 3D.
• Demonstrated experience managing MDOT and/or Local Agency Federal Aid projects.
• Ability to safely access and traverse construction sites in Michigan.

Responsibilities

• Manage MDOT and Local Agency Federal Aid transportation projects from procurement through detailed design.
• Serve as the primary client contact, leading meetings and managing communication throughout the project lifecycle.
• Define project scope, procedures, schedules, and budgets; ensure contractual commitments are met.
• Direct and coordinate multi discipline project teams across Michigan offices.
• Monitor project fees, staffing, schedules, and forecasts; proactively manage risk.
• Ensure compliance with DLZ Quality Control, safety, and documentation standards.
• Review and approve technical deliverables prepared by project teams.
• Support business development efforts, including client discovery, proposals, interviews, and win to work activities.
• Partner with accounting to ensure accurate and timely billing and collections.

Skills

Project management

Client leadership

Team coordination

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

MicroStation/OpenRoads Designer

AutoCAD/Civil 3D

Job description

Shape the Future with DLZ!

At DLZ Corporation, we don't just design infrastructure-we create solutions that improve communities and empower careers. As a nationally recognized, award-winning multidisciplinary firm, we deliver engineering and architectural design services, construction management, surveying, right-of-way acquisition, and materials testing across the Midwest.

Join a team where innovation meets collaboration, and your expertise drives meaningful impact.

DLZ is seeking an experienced Transportation Engineer - Project Manager to lead Michigan transportation projects from planning through design delivery, based in Lansing, Waterford, Detroit, or Muskegon. This role is intended for a seasoned PE who excels in client leadership, project management, and team coordination, and who is ready to own scope, budget, schedule, and quality.

What You’ll Do

• Manage MDOT and Local Agency Federal Aid transportation projects from procurement through detailed design.
• Serve as the primary client contact, leading meetings and managing communication throughout the project lifecycle.
• Define project scope, procedures, schedules, and budgets; ensure contractual commitments are met.
• Direct and coordinate multi discipline project teams across Michigan offices.
• Monitor project fees, staffing, schedules, and forecasts; proactively manage risk.
• Ensure compliance with DLZ Quality Control, safety, and documentation standards.
• Review and approve technical deliverables prepared by project teams.
• Support business development efforts, including client discovery, proposals, interviews, and win to work activities.
• Partner with accounting to ensure accurate and timely billing and collections.

What Success Looks Like

• Delivers projects on time and within budget while maintaining strong MDOT and client relationships.
• Builds trusted, high performing project teams across the Michigan transportation group.
• Contributes to sustained growth of DLZ's Michigan transportation practice.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• 10-15 years of roadway/transportation experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Michigan or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Proficiency with MicroStation/OpenRoads Designer and/or AutoCAD/Civil 3D.
• Demonstrated experience managing MDOT and/or Local Agency Federal Aid projects.
• Ability to safely access and traverse construction sites in Michigan.

Investing in Your Future:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and career growth:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible spending accounts & health savings account
• 401(k) options (Traditional and Roth)
• Paid parental leave
• Life & AD&D insurance
• Short- and long-term disability
• Wellness program with reimbursement benefits

Our Commitment to Inclusion

At DLZ, diversity isn't just a policy-it's a priority. We foster an environment where every individual is respected, valued, and empowered to contribute their unique perspective. Employment decisions are based on merit and qualifications, in full compliance with all applicable laws. #LI-DM1