Senior Project Manager – Transportation

STV; Lawrence Township (NJ); On-site; USD 161,000 - 184,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Continuing Education Program

Job summary

STV is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead major transportation infrastructure projects for NJDOT. The role requires a licensed Professional Engineer in New Jersey and a proven history of managing complex transportation projects through planning, design, construction and closeout.

The candidate will oversee multidisciplinary teams, ensure project performance, and act as a trusted advisor to clients and stakeholders across the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field is required.
• PE license in New Jersey is required or clearly stated as a prerequisite.
• 15+ years of progressive transportation engineering and project management experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead large transportation projects from Preliminary Engineering through Construction Completion.
• Manage scope, schedule, budget, quality and risk for successful delivery.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams, subconsultants, and technical specialists.
• Oversee design documents, reports, and project submissions for NJDOT projects.
• Serve as main client and stakeholder contact throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Project leadership

Leadership

Client management

Communication

Team coordination

Stakeholder management

Project management

Education

Bachelors in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license - NJ

Job description

• Right-of-Way (ROW) engineering

Senior Project Manager – Transportation (NJDOT)

Location

New Jersey

STV is seeking an accomplished Senior Project Manager to lead major transportation infrastructure projects for the New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) and other public-sector clients. This is a leadership opportunity for a licensed Professional Engineer with a proven history of managing complex transportation projects from planning and preliminary engineering through final design, construction, and project closeout.

The successful candidate will oversee multidisciplinary teams, maintain responsibility for project performance, and serve as a trusted advisor to clients and stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.

What You'll Do

Project Leadership & Delivery

• Lead large, complex transportation infrastructure projects from Preliminary Engineering through Construction Completion.
• Manage project scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk to ensure successful delivery.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams, subconsultants, and technical specialists.
• Oversee preparation and delivery of design documents, engineering reports, and project submissions.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients and project stakeholders.

Client & Stakeholder Management

• Build and maintain strong relationships with NJDOT, NJTA, municipalities, regulatory agencies, and project partners.
• Facilitate collaboration among project teams, clients, and stakeholders.
• Lead project meetings and provide clear communication on project status, risks, and milestones.
• Support public outreach initiatives and stakeholder engagement activities.

Regulatory & Technical Oversight

• Ensure compliance with NJDOT, FHWA, and applicable federal, state, and local requirements.
• Manage environmental review efforts and coordinate NEPA documentation and approvals.
• Oversee quality management processes and adherence to transportation design standards.
• Provide technical guidance on highway, bridge, structural, traffic, utility, and roadway improvement projects.

Construction Support

• Support construction engineering and inspection activities during project delivery.
• Review shop drawings, construction schedules, and contractor submissions.
• Coordinate Change of Plans and other construction-phase engineering activities.
• Work closely with construction teams to resolve technical challenges and support successful project execution.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in New Jersey.
• 15+ years of progressive transportation engineering and project management experience.
• Demonstrated experience managing major transportation projects for NJDOT, NJTA, or similar public agencies.
• Strong leadership, communication, and client management skills.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and managing multiple stakeholders.
• Successful management of a NJDOT project as PM through construction.

Preferred Experience

Successful candidates will have experience in one or more of the following areas:

Transportation Design

• Highway and roadway design
• Geometric design
• Drainage and stormwater systems
• Traffic engineering and roadway safety
• Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS)
• Pavement design
• Maintenance and Protection of Traffic (MPT)
• Right-of-Way (ROW) engineering
• Utility coordination and relocation

Structural Engineering

• Bridge replacement and rehabilitation
• Geotechnical and foundation design
• Retaining walls
• Structural and substructure design

Environmental & Regulatory

• FHWA and NEPA processes
• Environmental documentation and agency coordination

Construction Engineering

• Shop drawing reviews
• Construction schedule reviews
• Change of Plans development
• Construction-phase coordination and support

Why Join STV?

• Lead some of New Jersey's most significant transportation improvement programs.
• Work directly with NJDOT, NJTA, and key public-sector stakeholders.
• Manage multidisciplinary teams on high-visibility infrastructure projects.
• Play a critical leadership role in improving transportation networks across the region.

Compensation Range

$160,647.46 - $183,597.09

STV offers the following benefits

• Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable)
• Disability insurance
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• 401(k) Plan
• Retirement Counseling
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Back-Up Dependent Care
• Parental Leave
• Continuing Education Program
• Professional Licensure and Society Memberships

STV is committed to paying all of its employees in a fair, equitable, and transparent manner. The listed pay range is STV’s good-­faith salary estimate for this position. Please note that the final salary offered for this position may be outside of this published range based on many factors, including but not limited to geography, education, experience, and/or certifications.

We know great candidates don’t always meet every qualification, and research shows women and people of color are less likely to apply unless they do. At STV, we believe strong talent comes from a wide range of backgrounds, and your skills and experience may align with this or another opportunity as we continue to grow.