Senior Project Manager, Transportation - Roadways

Stantec; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

Stantec in Columbus, OH is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager in Transportation to lead and deliver complex roadway and transit projects from planning through construction, while contributing to the growth of our transportation practice and client relationships.

You will guide cross‑functional teams, mentor junior staff, manage client relations, and ensure projects meet scope, schedule, and budget while complying with engineering standards and state/federal policies.

Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering required (or equivalent).
• PE license in Ohio or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive engineering and project management experience in transportation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver transportation projects from planning through construction.
• Manage and mentor project teams including junior staff.
• Coordinate with clients, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders to ensure scope, schedule, and budget adherence.

Skills

Project management

Team leadership

Client communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer license (Ohio)

Job description

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.

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.

Your Opportunity

We have an opportunity for an experienced and talented Senior Project Manager who is interested in taking their career to the next level. The Senior Project Manager - Transportation position offers opportunities to utilize your professional competence, business acumen, and team leadership to help grow a group for successfully delivering exciting and diverse transportation projects.

Does working with clients on great projects, with a talented team of professional’s appeal to you?

Key Responsibilities

• The position will offer the opportunity to help develop transportation infrastructure projects from the planning phase all the way through construction.
• You will be responsible for managing and delivering successful projects in the transportation business.
• Project work will encompass a wide variety of roadway solutions ranging from bike and pedestrian facilities up to complex highway and roadway design.
• This role includes the opportunity to work with and mentor junior staff on transportation projects.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• The successful candidate will lead and/or participate on project teams in the development and delivery of designs for transportation projects. These projects will be designed according to established engineering standards and state or federal policies.
• This position will involve working on multiple projects of moderate scope with complex features.
• You will interact internally throughout the organization with staff at all levels as well as externally with clients, members of business and professional organizations, subcontractors, and other firms.
• This role is ideal for a motivated, dynamic team player who wants to challenge their abilities in a dynamic work environment. We thrive on collaboration with cross-functional teams and a client-focused environment across a broad range of project sectors.
• Possess a valid driver's license with a good driving record.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Civil Engineering is required.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in the State of Ohio or ability to obtain within 6 months is required.
• Minimum of ten (10) years of progressive engineering and project management experience in transportation projects is required.

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.

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

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.

Primary Location

United States | OH | Columbus

Other Locations

United States | OH | Cincinnati

Organization

BC-1736 Transpt-US North Central

Employee Status

Regular

Business Justification

New Position

Travel

No

Schedule

Full time

Job Posting

27/05/2026 06:05:54

Req ID

1006058

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.