Roadway Group Manager

Benesch; Topeka (KS); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

Up to 9% retirement contribution

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Benesch, based in Topeka, Kansas, is seeking an experienced Roadway Group Manager to lead their Kansas-based transportation engineering efforts. The right candidate will manage project teams and develop client relationships across various projects involving roadway planning and design, ensuring both budget and schedule accountability.

This role offers a hybrid work schedule, allowing flexibility in the office or remote work settings. Ideal candidates will have a BSCE degree, the ability to get licensed in Kansas and Missouri, and proven skills in project delivery and client engagement.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a BSCE or related discipline is required.
• Professional Engineer licensure in Kansas and Missouri or ability to obtain upon hire.
• Experience in project development and delivery of roadway planning or traffic engineering.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow the Kansas-based roadway engineering group.
• Accountable for budget and schedule of projects.
• Develop relationships with clients and identify new project opportunities.

Skills

Project management

Client relations

Communication

Leadership

Education

BSCE or related discipline

Professional Engineer licensure in Kansas and Missouri

Job description

Benesch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm. We enhance infrastructure and communities across the country – creating spaces and providing connections in ways that make a difference.

We pride ourselves on being nimble enough to remain responsive to client needs yet large enough to offer exceptional bench strength. As a member of our team, you’ll have an opportunity to draw from those resources when you need them and, likewise, contribute your expertise when you have something to share.

At Benesch, we are looking for candidates with varied backgrounds and worldviews. We are committed to offering an inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Statistics show that women and underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for a position if they don’t meet 100% of the qualifications. If this statement resonates with you, don’t be so hard on yourself—apply for the job!

Roadway Group Manager

We are looking to hire an experienced Roadway Group Manager to be based out of any of our local Kansas or Missouri offices. We offer opportunities to work on a variety of complex local agencies, DOT, and other projects involving roadway planning, traffic engineering, and civil and roadway design. The ideal candidates will be a licensed Professional Engineer and have significant experience in client development and pursuing, managing, and providing roadway and transportation engineering services for public agencies, including DOTs, counties, and municipalities.

Location

This position will have a hybrid work schedule and, when in the office, will work from any of our Kansas/Missouri offices. This includes Kansas City, KS, Topeka, KS, Wichita, KS, Manhattan, KS, Lenexa, KS, or Kansas City, MO.

The Impact You Will Have

• Manage and grow our Kansas-based roadway engineering group
• Manage project teams, accountable for budget and schedule
• Contribute to local, regional, and corporate strategic growth initiatives including expansion of roadway planning, traffic engineering, and roadway design services within Kansas, Missouri and the surrounding areas
• Develop and manage relationships with new and existing clients
• Represent Benesch at industry and professional engagement events
• Identify opportunities and lead strategic project pursuitsCollaborate on regional growth strategy

What You Will Need

• BSCE or related discipline
• Professional Engineer licensure in Kansas and Missouri or the ability to obtain licensure upon hire required
• Experience working with the Kansas/Missouri DOT and/or local agencies preferred
• Progressive experience in project development and delivery of Roadway Planning and/or Traffic and Roadway Engineering and Design services
• Progressive experience working directly with clients developing relationships, with proven ability to win work
• Excellent communication, business development, project management, and client relation skills
• Strong communication, organization and leadership skills with a track record for understanding and adhering to contractual requirements
• Ability to lead, manage and grow a diverse, dynamic team

Why Benesch

• Career growth that’s real with leadership development, training, and clear paths forward
• Strong financial future with up to 9% retirement contribution for benefit-eligible employees
• Flexibility that works with schedules that support your life
• Time to recharge with generous paid time off and parental leave for benefit-eligible employees
• Support beyond work through mentorship, hands‑on experience, and opportunities to make an impact from day one

Whether you’re starting your career or bringing years of experience, you’ll have the support and exposure to grow here.

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Equal Opportunity & Accessibility

At Benesch, we believe great work starts with great people and that means creating a workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.

Benesch is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants in all protected groups, including veterans and individuals with disabilities, or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.

Benesch is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with a physical disability or other impairment.

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We will be accepting applications on an ongoing basis until a candidate is found.

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