Roadway Project Manager: Lead Complex Highway Projects

HDR, Inc.; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR in Cincinnati, Ohio seeks a Roadway Project Manager to lead multi-discipline teams through the full project lifecycle, from development to close-out, delivering complex transportation projects for public sector clients.

You will manage budgets, schedules, QA/QC, and client relations with ODOT and other agencies, while mentoring staff and supporting business development pursuits in a collaborative, employee-owned culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering is required.
• 7 years related experience including at least 2 years in project management.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered.
• MS Office and MS Project experience is required.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and commitment to employee-owned culture.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate multi-discipline teams across the project's lifecycle (development to close-out).
• Responsible for all aspects of complex small to medium projects or routine large projects.
• Produce and coordinate several small to medium projects concurrently.
• Establish and maintain client relations with ODOT and other counties/cities in Ohio; assist with marketing pursuits.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

MS Office

MS Project

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story: ' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

We believe transportation is more than movement, it’s the foundation of connected, thriving communities. As part of HDR’s Transportation Business Group, you’ll help shape the systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably. From designing resilient highways and iconic bridges to advancing transit, passenger and freight rail, aviation, federal transportation ports and marine infrastructure, your work will directly support economic vitality, public safety, sustainable and resilient communities and quality of life. We bring together planners, engineers, architects, construction management staff, environmental, strategic communications, economists, management consultants and specialists across disciplines to solve complex mobility challenges with innovation, technical excellence, and a deep understanding of community needs. Whether you're modernizing aging infrastructure or pioneering next-generation transportation solutions, your contributions will help define the future of mobility. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead progress, drive meaningful impact, and leave a legacy of smarter, more connected transportation networks. We are all employee-owners at HDR, which is the foundation of our collaborative culture that connects employees around the world.

In the role of Roadway Project Manager, we'll count on you to:

• Direct and coordinate work of single or multidiscipline teams throughout the project's lifecycle (from development and initiation to close-out)
• Responsible for all aspects of complex small to medium projects or routine large projects
• Produce and coordinate several small to medium projects concurrently
• Establish and maintain client relations with ODOT along with other Counties and Cities throughout Ohio and assist with marketing team with pursuits.
• Conduct work sessions for deliverable development in conjunction with other staff and stakeholders
• Coordinate staffing and workload through entire project life cycle, and ensure completion of deliverables on schedule
• Track financial aspects of projects, and coordinate and adjust work effort with team to ensure that work is completed within parameters of agreed-to budget and schedule
• Work with the Accounting, Operational and Business leadership for periodic project reviews - Implement QA/QC procedures
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree - PMP certification
• Have a working knowledge of ODOT, their standards, along with their process for delivering projects from concept through final design,
• Understand Bentely ORD and Civil 3D workflows and how to optimize the software in delivering projects for clients throughout Ohio.
• Interest in advancing digital delivery and AI-supported workflows in infrastructure projects Qualifications

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Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering
• 7 years related experience inclusive of a minimum 2 years experience in project management
• Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
• MS Office and MS Project experience is required
• Demonstrated leadership skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location

Industry

: Highway + Road

Schedule

Schedule

: Full-time

Employee Status

Employee Status

: Regular

BusinessClass : Highways

Job Posting

Job Posting

: Oct 16, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employe r.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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