Roadway Project Manager

Benesch; United States; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

Generous retirement contribution

Flexible work schedule

Paid time off

Support through mentorship

Job summary

Benesch, a leader in infrastructure design, is seeking a Roadway Project Manager to join their team in Raleigh, North Carolina. This hybrid position involves managing transportation projects for NCDOT and other clients, ensuring effective collaboration and successful delivery.

The ideal candidate will have over 12 years of experience in roadway design, strong project management capabilities, and excellent communication skills. With a focus on mentorship and career growth, Benesch offers a supportive environment and a flexible work schedule.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of progressive roadway, highway, and/or interstate design experience.
• Demonstrated success leading transportation projects through all phases.
• Strong budget, schedule, and scope management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of transformative roadway and highway projects.
• Collaborate with NCDOT and other clients on project execution.
• Ensure adherence to project budgets and timelines.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Client relationship management

QA/QC oversight

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field

North Carolina Professional Engineer (PE) license

Job description

Roadway Project Manager

At Benesch, we design the infrastructure that keeps communities connected and moving forward. As our North Carolina transportation practice continues to grow, we’re looking for an experienced Roadway Project Manager to help lead the delivery of transformative roadway, highway, and interstate projects across the region.

This is an opportunity to join a collaborative, high‑performing team delivering critical transportation solutions for NCDOT, local municipalities, and private‑sector clients — while helping shape the future growth of our transportation practice in North Carolina.

Key Projects:

• NCDOT I‑40 CMGC – Delivering complex, high‑value improvements along one of the state’s busiest corridors through innovative CMGC collaboration
• Cary Pavement Projects – Supporting sustainable community growth through strategic pavement improvements that strengthen mobility and extend roadway life

Location: This full‑time hybrid position is based out of our Raleigh office, with a flexible schedule that balances in‑office collaboration and remote work.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field
• North Carolina Professional Engineer (PE) license, or ability to obtain through reciprocity
• 12+ years of progressive roadway, highway, and/or interstate design experience
• Demonstrated success leading transportation projects through all phases of delivery
• Strong project management skills, including scope, budget, schedule, and QA/QC oversight
• Excellent communication and client relationship management abilities

Preferred Experience

• Experience delivering projects for NCDOT
• Familiarity with public‑sector procurement and bidding processesBusiness development and proposal leadership exposure
• Experience mentoring technical staff and contributing to team growth

Benefits

• Career growth 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
• 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

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.

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