Senior Project Manager

Fishbeck, Thompson, Carr & Huber; Farmington Hills (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

Wellness reimbursement

Tuition & continuing education support

PTO, parental leave & holidays

401(k) with profit sharing & stock

Job summary

Fishbeck, Thompson, Carr & Huber in Farmington Hills, MI seeks a Senior Project Manager - Transportation to lead complex projects, grow client relationships, and mentor high-performing teams. You will guide project execution, manage DOT/private contracts, and shape the transportation design practice across Southeast Michigan.

The role requires a PE license, a Civil Engineering degree, and 20+ years' experience in transportation design, with strong leadership, communication, and business

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering.
• PE license is required.
• 20+ years of transportation design experience, including DOT/local agency projects.
• Proven experience managing large DOT contracts.
• Strong leadership, mentoring, and client-relations skills.
• Willingness to travel to project sites as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow transportation design practice across multiple states.
• Mentor staff and provide technical guidance and QA/QC reviews.
• Oversee project execution and ensure technical excellence.
• Drive business development and client relationships across public/private sectors.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring staff

Client relationships

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

Civil Engineering degree

PE license

Tools

Civil 3D

MicroStation

Job description

Senior Project Manager - Transportation

Location: Farmington Hills, MI

Employment Type: Full-Time

Lead Transportation Design & Client Growth with Fishbeck

Are you an experienced transportation leader with a passion for managing complex projects, developing client relationships, and mentoring high-performing teams? Fishbeck is seeking a Senior Project Manager - Transportation to support and grow our design practice in Southeast Michigan and collaborate across our regional offices in Indiana, Ohio, and Texas.

In this senior-level role, you'll lead project execution, drive business development efforts, mentor staff, and strengthen key client partnerships while contributing to Fishbeck's reputation for quality, reliability, and innovation.

This is an opportunity to play a key role in shaping transportation projects and the future growth of our practice.

What You'll Work On

Technical Leadership

• Lead and grow Fishbeck's transportation design practice, including recruiting in partnership with team leaders
• Provide mentorship, coaching, and guidance to technical staff
• Perform Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QA/QC) reviews on project deliverables
• Oversee project execution and ensure technical excellence across transportation design work
• Collaborate with project managers and team leads to manage workload and staff development

Project Management & Execution

• Manage and lead transportation design contracts with DOTs, counties, municipalities, and private clients
• Coordinate project schedules, budgets, and resources to ensure successful delivery
• Support cross-office collaboration on transportation projects across multiple states
• Travel to project sites and client locations as needed

Business Development

• Identify and pursue new transportation design opportunities
• Lead pursuits, develop proposals, and prepare fee estimates
• Build and maintain strong client relationships across public and private sectors
• Develop strategic partnerships and alliances within the industry
• Collaborate with internal teams to support client development and cross-marketing efforts

Leadership & Strategy

• Contribute to Fishbeck's long-term business goals and growth strategy
• Support transportation division initiatives and overall firm objectives
• Help strengthen Fishbeck's presence and reputation in Southeast Michigan

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required
• 20+ years of experience in transportation design, with DOT and/or local agency projects
• Proven experience managing large DOT contracts
• Strong background in transportation design software and modeling tools
• Demonstrated leadership in mentoring staff and managing teams
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills
• Ability to travel to project and client sites as needed

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What We Offer

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Wellness reimbursement and activities
• Tuition and continuing education support
• Vacation, sick time, volunteer PTO, parental leave, and paid holidays
• 401(k), profit sharing, and stock options (we're 100% employee-owned!)
• And more!

About Us

Fishbeck is one of the premier professional consulting firms in the nation, with 20 regional offices and more than 700 employees. Engineering, environmental sciences, architecture, and construction management are the cornerstones of Fishbeck's services and integrated project approach.

We are a hands-on, design-oriented firm with the expertise to take projects from concept through completion. Our team takes pride in delivering reliable design solutions, building strong client relationships, and fostering innovation at every level.

Fishbeck is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.