Roadway/Transportation Project Manager

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson in Raleigh, NC seeks a Roadway/Transportation Project Manager to deliver project objectives, manage scope, schedule and budget, and coordinate a multidisciplinary design team.

The role emphasizes risk management, client communication, progress reporting, and mentorship of staff, with involvement in marketing and proposal support. A PE license and 10+ years' roadway experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited engineering degree.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• 10+ years' experience in roadway/highway design.

Responsibilities

• Delivers project objectives including scope, schedule, and budget.
• Coordinates with disciplines and subconsultants to define scope and fee.
• Develops project plans and quality management plan.
• Creates and maintains project schedules.
• Manages subconsultants and project staff.
• Prepares progress reports and reviews invoices.
• Leads client communications and project presentations.

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Bentley MicroStation

Open Roads Designer

Job description

Roadway/Transportation Project Manager

Raleigh, NC

Full-Time/Regular

Position Summary

Responsible for delivering all project objectives for assigned projects including planning, scope, schedule and budget, team coordination, stakeholder communication, risk management, resource management, quality assurance, and reporting.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Manages project(s) in accordance with scope, schedule, and budget
• Collaborates with disciplines and subconsultants to develop a risk adverse project scope and fee
• Develop project specific project plans, Project Management Plans/quality management plan
• Create and maintain project schedules
• Manage subconsultants
• Monitor and execute project progress, including identifying and mitigate risks, developing extra work order requests and open-end contract task proposals
• Communicate project status, updates, and issues to internal and external stakeholders
• Participate in office's project financial status meetings
• Build relationships with client(s) to understand preferences and requirements to set-up and execute a quality project
• Prepare progress reports and review invoices
• Develop and lead in project status and presentations
• Assist Section Heads, Office Leaders, and Practice Leaders with the marketing process including, SMART Go/No Go decisions, proposal development, and interviews
• Coordinate and guide all technical resources within the project team to ensure the delivery of a high-quality outcome
• Providing coaching and mentorship to the project team through one-on-one check-in meetings and various project debriefs to acknowledge achievements, identify areas for improvement, and share lessons learned
• Lead and manage team members by providing leadership and continuous performance management (setting expectations, goals, feedback, 1:1 meeting, coaching) that supports the growth and development of team

Nonessential Functions and Responsibilities

• Perform other related duties as assigned

Required Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Skilled with Bentley MicroStation and associated design software
• Familiar with Open Roads Designer Software

Required Experience

• Bachelor's degree from an ABET accredited engineering program
• Professional Engineer License
• 10+ years' experience in developing roadway/highway plans

Preferred Experience

• CAPM or PMP
• Experience working with local clients at the county and state level
• Project management and business development experience
• Experience with multiple project delivery methods i.e. Design-Bid-Build, Design-Build, P3
• Experience managing multidiscipline project teams

Working Conditions

Work is performed within a general office environment 95% of the time. Work is generally sedentary in nature but may require occasional standing and walking. Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. within the office environment.

Field work is required on occasion where work may be conducted outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. Some lifting (up to 25 lbs) may be required as needed.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.