Senior Road Design Manager- Southeast

Weston & Sampson; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible workplace

Growth opportunities

Strong culture

Job summary

Weston & Sampson is looking for a Senior Transportation Road Design Manager in Fort Myers, Florida, to lead road and highway design efforts for key projects. This senior leadership role involves overseeing complex DOT projects while developing a skilled team of engineers.

The ideal candidate will have 10-15 years of experience, including expertise in road design and the ability to manage project budgets and schedules. Join a 100% employee-owned firm dedicated to impactful community projects.

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of road design experience with large-scale DOT projects.
• Ability to manage multidisciplinary teams and project aspects.
• Proficiency with state DOT standards and design manuals.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead road design projects from concept through construction.
• Serve as the primary client liaison for project delivery.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers and project managers.

Skills

Project management

Road design experience

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Registered Professional Engineer (PE)

Tools

MicroStation

OpenRoads Designer

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

Weston & Sampson is seeking a Senior Transportation Road Design Manager to lead road and highway design and project delivery efforts for key transportation infrastructure projects across the Southeast.

This senior leadership position offers the opportunity to manage complex DOT and local government roadway projects — including widening, intersection improvements, and corridor upgrades — while guiding and developing a talented team of engineers and designers.

What You’ll Do

• Manage and lead road design projects from concept through construction.
• Oversee technical design teams, ensuring compliance with AASHTO, DOT, and local standards.
• Serve as the primary client liaison for project delivery, quality, and performance.
• Review design calculations, plans, and specifications.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers and project managers.
• Support proposal development and business growth through technical leadership.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field.
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE) in North Carolina and/or South Carolina (or ability to become registered within six months) is strongly preferred.
• 10-15 years of road design experience, including leadership of large-scale DOT or other county/municipal transportation projects.
• Experience managing or being “in charge of all aspects of design” for a project (geometric design, typical sections, drainage/hydraulics, Maintenance of Traffic, etc.).
• Familiarity with state DOT standards — specifically NCDOT/SCDOT design manuals, plan‑preparation guides, and other related regulations and processes.
• Proficiency in relevant design software/tools (MicroStation, OpenRoads Designer, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, etc.).
• Proven ability to manage project budgets, schedules, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, leadership/mentoring ability, and ability to manage multi-discipline teams.

Overview

At Weston & Sampson, you’ll work alongside more than 1,000 employee‑owners who are passionate about improving our communities. From providing clean water to designing resilient infrastructure and sustainable environments, our work has a direct impact on quality of life. We’re looking for curious, driven professionals who want to contribute to innovative, impactful projects and grow with a team that supports them.

We are a 100% employee‑owned, interdisciplinary firm offering design, engineering, and environmental services. Since our founding in 1899, we have worked to build a collaborative, forward‑thinking environment grounded in respect for each other’s ideas.

We Offer

• Meaningful work: Contribute to projects that protect and enhance the natural and built environments
• Ownership mindset: As an employee‑owner, your work directly contributes to our shared success
• Growth opportunities: Build your career through mentorship, diverse projects, and clear advancement pathways
• Flexible workplace: Work in a way that supports your life and not the other way around
• Strong culture: Join a team that values collaboration, inclusion, and recognition

Our Commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Access (IDEA)

We believe diverse perspectives make us stronger. Weston & Sampson is committed to fostering a culture of belonging where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered. We actively support IDEA principles across our organization and in our daily work.