Senior Project Manager, Transportation

Apex Companies; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental

Life and disability insurance

401k match

Tuition assistance

Cross-training

Job summary

Apex Companies is seeking a motivated Transportation Senior Project Manager to lead transportation projects for local municipalities or FDOT, including planning, design, and permitting. You will manage multidisciplinary teams to improve mobility, safety, and infrastructure in communities.

This role offers a $20,000 sign-on bonus and opportunities for advancement within a 2,000+ employee national firm with locations across the US. 12+ years of experience and Florida PE are required.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in civil or transportation engineering.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in Florida.
• Experience managing municipal or county transportation projects.
• Knowledge of FDOT standards, the Florida Design Manual, MUTCD, and local criteria.
• Proficiency with MicroStation/OpenRoads, AutoCAD, or similar design software.

Responsibilities

• Manage design and delivery of transportation projects for local and regional government clients.
• Serve as Project Manager for scope, schedule, and budget.
• Prepare and oversee PS&E per FDOT and local standards.
• Coordinate with public agencies, utilities, and permitting authorities.
• Conduct traffic analysis, safety studies, and roadway geometry design.
• Provide guidance and technical review for junior staff.

Skills

Project management

Client coordination

Communication

Mentoring juniors

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil or Transportation Engineering

Tools

MicroStation/OpenRoads

AutoCAD

Job description

Are you driven to grow, lead, and make a meaningful impact? At Apex, we’re building more than a consulting and engineering firm—we’re creating a place where your career accelerates, your contributions matter, and your potential is fully realized. We believe your growth is our growth, which is why we invest in your development at every stage of your career. Here, you’ll work on projects that shape communities, protect the environment, and create lasting impact, all while being empowered with the autonomy and flexibility to do your best work.

Fueled by high quality delivery, exceptional client retention, and strategic acquisitions, Apex Companies continues to rank among the fastest-growing firms in the AEC industry, recently recognized by the Zweig Group for our industry-leading growth. Our success is grounded in strong leadership, a collaborative culture, and a shared commitment to delivering exceptional outcomes.

As we continue to expand, we're looking for high-performing professionals who are ready to lead, collaborate, innovate, and create impact. At Apex, you help shape what's next. When we succeed together, we share in that success. All Apex positions are eligible for annual bonus opportunities, reinforcing our commitment to recognizing and rewarding meaningful contributions that drive our collective growth.

Position Summary

We are seeking a motivated and detail-orientedTransportation Senior Project Managerto join our growing team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background inmanaging transportation projects for local municipalities or FDOT, including planning, design, and permitting. This position offers the opportunity to lead multidisciplinary projects that improve mobility, safety, and infrastructure in our communities.

This role is eligible for a $20,000 sign-on bonus, subject to the terms and conditions of the Company’s sign-on bonus program.

Your Responsibilities As a Senior Transportation Project Manager

• Manage the design and delivery of transportation projects for local and regional government clients, including roadway, sidewalk, intersection, and multimodal improvements.
• Serve as Project Manager for assigned projects—responsible for scope, schedule, budget, and client coordination.
• Prepare and oversee development of plans, specifications, and estimates (PS&E) in accordance with FDOT and local standards.
• Coordinate with public agencies, utility providers, and permitting authorities.
• Conduct and/or oversee traffic analysis, safety studies, and roadway geometry design.
• Provide guidance and technical review for junior engineering staff.

Minimum Qualifications

• 12+ Years experience in civil or transportation engineering.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in Florida.
• Demonstrated experience in project management for municipal or county transportation projects.
• Working knowledge of FDOT standards, the Florida Design Manual (FDM), MUTCD, and local agency design criteria.
• Proficiency with MicroStation / OpenRoads, AutoCAD, or similar design software.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to lead client interactions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Local Agency Program (LAP) projects or FDOT coordination.
• Familiarity with grant-funded transportation projects (e.g., CDBG, SCOP, SCRAP)
• Experience developing cost estimates and managing subconsultants.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil or Transportation Engineering.

Why You'll Love Working With Us

• Company-subsidized medical and dental
• Company-paid life, short, and long-term disability
• 401k match, tuition assistance, and more
• Cross-training and the ability to work on a variety of projects
• Performance-based bonuses or other incentives
• Working with the best and brightest in the industry
• 2,000+ employee national firm with 70+ locations across the US

Apex Job Title: Sr. Project Manager

Req ID: 11689

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