Senior Project Manager-Transportation

Stantec; Hartford (CT); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness programs

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Senior Project Manager in Hartford, Connecticut, to lead critical transportation projects. Ideal candidates will have over 15 years of experience in highway planning and roadway design, focusing on client relationships and project management. This role offers opportunities to mentor junior staff and work on high-profile projects vital for community connectivity. Flexible work arrangements are available, emphasizing personal and professional growth alongside a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years of progressive engineering experience.
• Experience managing multidisciplinary teams through all phases of project delivery.
• Familiarity with CTDOT policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical and project leadership on transportation projects.
• Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, and deliverables.
• Act as primary point of contact with clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Highway planning

Roadway design

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)

Job description

Do you see your career as a highway to a brighter future? Join our roadways team to drive forth our economies, our societies, and your career.

A career in transportation is more than bridges, roads, and rail. As we plan, design, and manage projects that move people and goods from Point A to Point B, we create connections that transform our communities. Every airport, road, bridge, port, or transit project is an opportunity to make communities safer, cleaner, and more resilient. Together, we’re making an impact around the world.

If you’re looking for a career that moves, join our team of professionals who are passionate about the future of transportation.

Your Opportunity

Stantec is seeking a Senior Project Manager Transportation with 15 plus years of experience to join our growing team in New Haven or Hartford, Connecticut. This role is ideal for an experienced transportation professional who enjoys leading complex highway and roadway projects, mentoring others, and building trusted client relationships.

In this role you’ll work alongside a collaborative and diverse group of engineers, planners, and project managers on high-profile and transformative transportation projects across Connecticut and the Northeast. Previous projects that Stantec’s Connecticut team successfully delivered includes Seaview Ave, Bridgeport; West Broad Street, Stratford; Crystal Lake Road, Groton; Broad Street, Manchester. Upcoming projects include the Route 7/15 Interchange Final Design and River Gateway Feasibility Study.

Our Connecticut offices offer strong client exposure, access to statewide and municipal transportation programs, and clear pathways for continued professional growth and leadership.

Why Choose Stantec?

• We put people first and want to help you make that appointment or the activity that you need to attend. At Stantec, we have a hybrid, flexible work schedule that meets both business and individual needs.
• Exposure to cutting-edge infrastructure projects nationwide
• A team environment that values innovation, learning, and growth
• Career development resources to expand your skills, enhance your expertise, and grow your career.
• Ability to work alongside others who share your passion to support communities through exciting and unique projects.
• Ability to join Stantec committees, employee resource groups, participate in community volunteering, and join various company or local groups/initiatives.

The Stantec Transportation group provides services to both private and public sector clients, facilitating opportunities to collaborate with our other teams across all the United States and in Canada and support their project needs as opportunities arise.

We’re looking for candidates who are located near one of our core Connecticut offices and are excited to build a career in fuel infrastructure design. If you’re ready to make an impact and grow with a dynamic team, we’d love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities – What Will You Be Doing?

As a Senior Project Manager, you will provide both technical and project leadership including overseeing delivery, managing budgets and schedules, mentoring developing professionals, and helping shape the future of Stantec’s transportation practice in the region.

Project & Technical Leadership

• Serve as Project Manager, Technical Lead, and Engineer of Record for highway and roadway infrastructure projects.
• Lead project teams through all phases of planning, design, and delivery to ensure quality, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
• Provide technical direction and sound engineering judgment on complex design challenges.
• Perform and oversee quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) for assigned projects and peer reviews.

Project Management

• Plan, organize, and manage project scope, schedules, budgets, and deliverables.
• Monitor project performance and proactively address risks, changes, and resource needs.
• Coordinate work among internal teams, subconsultants, contractors, and vendors.

Client & Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as the primary point of contact with clients, agencies, and stakeholders.
• Lead and participate in meetings with clients, municipalities, CTDOT, and regulatory agencies.
• Support project approvals, permitting, and coordination with local, state, and federal agencies.

Mentorship & Team Development

• Supervise and mentor developing professionals, supporting both technical growth and career development.
• Review team deliverables and provide constructive feedback and guidance.
• Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing team environment.

Business Development

• Support business development efforts, including Statements of Qualifications (SOQs), proposals, and client interviews.
• Develop project scopes, budgets, schedules, and technical approaches for pursuits of all sizes.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective clients across Connecticut.

Capabilities and Credentials: What Will You Need to Succeed?

• Extensive experience in highway planning, roadway design, and transportation infrastructure projects.
• Demonstrated success managing multidisciplinary teams through all phases of project delivery.
• Experience working with CTDOT and Connecticut municipalities, including knowledge of policies, procedures, and standards.
• Familiarity with environmental documentation and agency coordination for permits and approvals.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to think creatively, anticipate challenges, and develop practical solutions.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE); Connecticut licensure preferred (or ability to obtain).
• Minimum of 15 years of progressive engineering experience.

Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

About Stantec

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible. #INDInfrastructure

Pay Transparency:

In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part‑time roles will be pro‑rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary:

Regular full‑time and part‑time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short‑term/long‑term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full‑time and part‑time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).

Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.