Senior Roadway Design Project Manager

AECOM; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and retirement plans

Flexible work options

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Senior Roadway Design Project Manager in Raleigh, North Carolina, to lead NCDOT and municipal roadway design projects. This role includes project management, quality assurance, and client interaction to ensure project delivery on time and within budget.

The ideal candidate will have significant experience in roadway design and manage teams effectively, focusing on quality control and compliance with NCDOT standards. A comprehensive benefits package is offered, and compensation ranges from $130,000 to $180,000 annually.

Qualifications

• 6 years of roadway design experience, including DOT or municipal projects.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in North Carolina, or ability to obtain it.
• Valid US Driver's License required.

Responsibilities

• Manage roadway and highway design projects for NCDOT and municipal clients.
• Serve as primary client and agency liaison; lead coordination with stakeholders.
• Mentor junior engineers and project staff; support staff development.

Skills

Project management

Roadway design

Client relationship management

Quality control

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field

Tools

ProjectWise

Bluebeam

Scheduling software

Cost tracking tools

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a Senior Roadway Design Project Manager to lead and manage NCDOT and municipal roadway design projects from planning and preliminary engineering through final design and construction support. This role emphasizes overall project management, quality assurance, client relationship management, and staff mentorship, while maintaining technical oversight of roadway design deliverables.

The Senior Roadway Design Project Manager will serve as the primary point of contact for clients and agencies, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in compliance with NCDOT standards and contractual requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage roadway and highway design projects for NCDOT and municipal clients, including scope, schedule, budget, and resource planning
• Serve as primary client and agency liaison; lead coordination with NCDOT, municipalities, subconsultants, and stakeholders
• Oversee development of roadway design deliverables, ensuring technical quality and consistency with agency standards
• Lead and implement quality control and quality assurance (QC/QA) processes throughout project lifecycles
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams including roadway, drainage, traffic, structures, utilities, survey, and environmental staff
• Mentor junior engineers and project staff; support staff development, performance feedback, and workload planning
• Review and approve design calculations, plan sets, and supporting documentation
• Support proposal development, fee estimates, contract negotiations, and business development efforts
• Monitor project risks, manage changes, and proactively address issues that may impact delivery
• Participate in public meetings, agency reviews, and project presentations as required

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, or related field plus 6 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in North Carolina or ability to obtain reciprocity within 6 months
• 6 years of roadway design experience, including exposure to DOT or municipal projects
• Valid US Driver’s License required to visit project sites, clients, and other AECOM offices. As a condition of employment, selected candidate must pass a Motor Vehicle Records review
• Due to the nature of the projects a US Citizenship is required

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience managing NCDOT and/or municipal roadway design projects
• Working knowledge of NCDOT policies, design manuals, and PS&E development
• Experienced with roadway design and project coordination tools
• 10 years of progressive roadway design and project management experience
• Experience managing on-call contracts or alternative delivery projects (e.g., design-build)
• Familiarity with ProjectWise, Bluebeam, scheduling software, and cost tracking tools
• Strong leadership, communication, and client relationship management skills
• Proven ability to mentor staff and lead multi-discipline design teams

Additional Information

Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.

Relocation is not available for this position.

Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is $130,000 to $180,000.

Benefits

AECOM offers comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absence, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well‑being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Job Details

ReqID: J10150847
Business Line: Transportation
Business Group: DCS
Strategic Business Unit: East
Career Area: Engineering
Work Location Model: Hybrid
Compensation: USD 130,000 - USD 180,000 yearly