Senior Project Manager – Highway Design

VHB; Virginia Beach (VA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Best-in-class benefits

Flexible work environment

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

VHB is seeking a Senior Project Manager based in Virginia Beach to lead complex transportation projects. This leadership role demands extensive VDOT design experience along with the ability to mentor staff and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

The successful candidate will manage design contracts and develop innovative solutions while enjoying a flexible, hybrid work environment and industry-best benefits. Join VHB to impact communities positively and grow professionally.

Qualifications

• 11+ years of progressive experience in transportation engineering, with a focus on VDOT roadway design.
• Demonstrated experience managing Design-Build projects in the transportation sector is preferred.
• Effective communicator with strong client relationship and business development skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Project Manager and Technical Lead on VDOT transportation design projects.
• Support Design-Build pursuits and coordinate with contractor partners.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams to ensure quality and timely project delivery.

Skills

Transportation Engineering

Project Management

VDOT Standards

Design-Build Projects

Client Relationship Management

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering

M.S. in Civil Engineering

Virginia PE license

Job description

Senior Project Manager – Highway Design

Overview

VHB is seeking a Senior Project Manager with extensive Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) design experience to join our growing team in Virginia. This leadership role will play a key part in delivering complex transportation projects, providing technical oversight, and supporting major Design‑Build pursuits across the Commonwealth, including Richmond, Williamsburg, Virginia Beach, and the DC metro area. With a strong focus on VDOT design projects and the Design‑Build delivery model, this opportunity is ideal for an experienced transportation professional who enjoys leading multidisciplinary teams, mentoring staff, collaborating with clients, and ensuring successful project delivery. The role offers the opportunity to help shape innovative transportation solutions while contributing to the continued growth and success of VHB's transportation practice.

Locations: Hybrid | Richmond, Williamsburg, Virginia Beach, Tysons Corner, Virginia

Responsibilities

• Serve as Project Manager and Technical Lead on VDOT transportation design and interstate corridor projects across Virginia.
• Support Design‑Build pursuits and delivery, coordinating closely with contractor partners to deliver innovative, cost‑effective solutions.
• Lead, grow and support VDOT design contracts, including upcoming pursuits in the I‑81 corridor and beyond.
• Mentor junior engineers and coordinate cross‑disciplinary design teams to ensure quality and timely project delivery.
• Provide technical expertise in highway design, geometric layout, grading, drainage, and VDOT standards.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including VDOT, local municipalities, contractors, and private clients.
• Support business development efforts and strategic pursuits, leveraging relationships and technical knowledge to win new work.
• Contribute to growth across multiple Virginia markets: Richmond, Williamsburg, Virginia Beach, Metro DC, and Tysons.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Civil Engineering (M.S. preferred)
• Virginia PE license required
• 11+ years of progressive experience in transportation engineering, with a focus on VDOT roadway design and interstate projects
• Demonstrated experience managing Design‑Build projects in the transportation sector is preferred
• Strong familiarity with VDOT standards, procedures, and digital deliverables
• DBIA Certification or willingness to obtain
• Proven ability to lead multi‑disciplinary teams, manage budgets and schedules, and deliver quality results
• Effective communicator with strong client relationship and business development skills

When You Join VHB, You’ll Find

• Meaningful work on complex projects with real community impact
• A collaborative, inclusive culture that values curiosity and shared success
• Support to grow your skills and lead through change
• Learning and development supported by evolving tools and technologies, including AI
• Best‑in‑class benefits and a flexible, hybrid work environment

VHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.