Senior Project Manager - Major Roadway

Mannik Smith Group

Clearwater (FL)

On-site

USD 150,000 - 200,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Paid time off

401(k) Plan and Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Parental Leave

Health insurance

EAP

Flexible Spending Account

Disability insurance

Job summary

DRMP is seeking a Senior Project Manager to strengthen and expand our roadway practice across Tampa Bay and Florida Gulf Coast. You will lead complex transportation projects, manage client relationships, and contribute to strategic pursuits with FDOT, FTE, and regional agencies.

This role emphasizes delivering high-profile infrastructure work while mentoring teams and expanding DRMP's presence in one of Florida's fastest-growing markets.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering; PE licensure required.
15–20+ years of progressive transportation engineering experience.
Experience leading major roadway projects for FDOT, Florida's Turnpike Enterprise, tolling authorities, regional agencies, and/or major municipalities.
Strong communication and collaborative leadership skills.

Responsibilities

Lead pursuit efforts and deliver complex transportation projects.
Develop proposals, Letters of Response, and interview presentations.
Coordinate across multidisciplinary teams to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.
Mentor staff and strengthen client relationships.
Support strategic growth and market positioning in Tampa Bay and Gulf Coast.

Skills

Transportation leadership

Client management

Proposal development

Budget & schedule management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering (PE)

Job description

Senior Project Manager - Major Roadway

Department: Transportation

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Clearwater, FL

Compensation: $150,000 - $200,000 / year

Description

DRMP is seeking a Senior Project Manager to help strengthen and expand our roadway practice throughout the Tampa Bay and Florida Gulf Coast region.

This role builds on established client relationships, strong delivery teams, and a growing backlog of work. We are looking for a leader who can step in and enhance our existing efforts—supporting client managers, contributing to strategic pursuits, and helping position our team for continued growth.

Working alongside established leadership, you will help lead pursuits and deliver complex transportation projects for Florida's Turnpike Enterprise (FTE), FDOT, THEA, and other regional transportation agencies, while supporting strategic county and municipal opportunities throughout the region.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a transportation leader who enjoys working on high-profile infrastructure projects while helping expand DRMP's presence across one of Florida's fastest-growing transportation markets.

Your Primary Responsibilities will include

Support Strategic Growth

Partner with client managers to strengthen existing client relationships and expand opportunities with key transportation agencies.
Help identify, position, and pursue targeted opportunities aligned with DRMP's strategic growth objectives.
Contribute to long-term market positioning and pursuit planning throughout the Tampa Bay and Florida Gulf Coast region.

Contribute to Winning Work

Support and help lead proposal development, Letters of Response, technical proposals, and interview presentations.
Participate in capture planning, teaming strategies, and pursuit execution for major transportation projects.
Provide strategic insight that enhances DRMP's competitiveness and strengthens our pursuit efforts.

Lead Project Delivery

Serve as Project Manager for complex roadway and transportation infrastructure projects.
Maintain accountability for project scope, schedule, budget, quality, and client satisfaction.
Coordinate effectively across multidisciplinary teams to deliver successful project outcomes.

Strengthen the Team

Mentor project managers and junior staff while supporting professional development.
Foster a collaborative environment that builds on existing team strengths.
Contribute to internal training, technical excellence, and knowledge sharing.

Deliver Quality

Reinforce DRMP's reputation through consistent, high-quality project delivery.
Provide leadership that supports technical excellence, responsive client service, and successful project execution.

What you'll need

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering (PE required).
15–20+ years of progressive transportation engineering experience.
Experience managing major roadway and transportation projects for FDOT, Florida's Turnpike Enterprise, tolling authorities, regional transportation agencies, and/or major municipal clients.
Familiarity with Florida transportation procurement and project delivery processes.
Experience supporting major pursuits, technical proposals, and client development efforts.
Proven ability to manage project budgets, schedules, multidisciplinary teams, and client relationships.
Strong communication skills and a collaborative leadership style.

What Sets You Apart

You strengthen existing teams and client relationships while helping create new opportunities.
You are recognized for delivering complex transportation projects with confidence and consistency.
You bring sound judgment in both project delivery and strategic pursuits.
You contribute to growth through collaboration, technical excellence, and trusted client relationships.

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