Roadway Project Manager – PA Design Lead

About Us; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Medical, Dental, & Vision

401(k) with employer matching

Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays

Life/AD&D insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

Wellness incentives

Student Debt Retirement Match

Additional voluntary benefits

Job summary

Volkert is seeking an experienced Roadway Project Manager to lead transportation design efforts in the Mid-Atlantic region from Pittsburgh or Camp Hill, PA. The role emphasizes coordinating roadway design projects, supervising staff, and delivering high-quality documentation for all project phases.

The ideal candidate holds a BS in Civil Engineering, PA PE, and 8+ years of relevant experience, including DOT design methods and plan preparation. A valid driver's license and MVR are required.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Civil Engineering required.
• Minimum 8 years of relevant industry experience.
• At least 4 years of progressive responsibility in the industry.
• PA Turnpike or PennDOT roadway design experience.
• Pennsylvania PE license required.
• Experience with DOT design methods, plan prep, standards and specs.
• Valid driver's license and ability to pass pre-employment drug screening.
• Post-offer fit for duty evaluation may be required; reliable motor vehicle record.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage roadway projects in PA, directing designers to deliver project work.
• Hire and manage production staff for roadway design projects.
• Organize activities, schedules and reporting for assigned projects.
• Prepare, issue and track contracts, change orders and client sign-off.
• Prepare correspondence with clients, vendors and regulatory agencies.
• Assist with invoices, purchase orders and coordination with outside resources.
• Prepare meeting minutes and presentations.
• Support project submittals and bidding activities.
• Provide technical and administrative support to the project team.
• Market new and existing clients and engage with the public on project plans.
• Participate in business development and client meetings with a team approach.
• Identify and analyze problems to reach sound engineering conclusions.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Team leadership

Education

BS in Civil Engineering

Job description

Volkert is seeking an experienced Roadway Project Manager to lead transportation design efforts in the Mid-Atlantic region from Pittsburgh or Camp Hill, PA. The role emphasizes coordinating roadway design projects, supervising staff, and delivering high-quality documentation for all project phases.

The ideal candidate holds a BS in Civil Engineering, PA PE, and 8+ years of relevant experience, including DOT design methods and plan preparation. A valid driver's license and MVR are required.