Senior Roadway Manager

Rinker Design Associates; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401K Retirement Plan

PTO and holidays

Parental leave

Professional development

Job summary

Rinker Design Associates in Manassas, VA, seeks an experienced Senior Roadway Manager to lead the planning, design, and delivery of roadway projects, mentor staff, and develop client relationships across Virginia and beyond.

This leadership role requires 12+ years in roadway design and project management, a PE license (VA or reciprocity), and strong knowledge of VDOT standards, OpenRoads Designer, MicroStation, AutoCAD, and Civil3D.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• 12+ years of roadway design and project management experience, preferably on VDOT/municipal projects.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required, with VA licensure or reciprocity.
• Strong knowledge of VDOT Road Design Manual, AASHTO, MUTCD and transportation design standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage roadway design projects from planning through final design and construction support.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams to deliver transportation projects on schedule and within budget.
• Serve as primary client contact, coordinating with subconsultants and regulatory agencies.
• Provide technical leadership and QA for roadway design plans, specs, quantities and estimates.
• Mentor engineers and designers to promote technical excellence and career growth.
• Support project pursuits, proposals and business development activities.

Skills

Roadway design

Project management

Client relations

Mentoring

MicroStation

OpenRoads Designer

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

MicroStation

OpenRoads Designer

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

Compensation: $150,000 - $200,000 / year

Department: Transportation

Location: Manassas, VA

Compensation: $150,000 - $200,000 / year

Description

Rinker Design Associates (RDA) is seeking an experienced Senior Roadway Manager to join our Transportation team. In this leadership role, you'll oversee the planning, design, and delivery of roadway projects while providing technical guidance, fostering client relationships, and mentoring staff. You'll play a key role in delivering innovative transportation solutions that improve mobility and strengthen communities throughout Virginia and beyond.

If you're passionate about leading teams, developing talent, and delivering impactful infrastructure projects, we'd love to hear from you.

$10K Sign-On Bonus

What You'll Do:

• Manage and oversee roadway design projects from planning through final design and construction support.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality transportation projects on schedule and within budget.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, subconsultants, and regulatory agencies.
• Provide technical leadership and quality assurance for roadway design plans, specifications, quantities, and estimates.
• Ensure designs comply with VDOT, AASHTO, MUTCD, and applicable local standards.
• Proficiency with MicroStation and OpenRoads Designer to review and guide design development.
• Mentor and develop engineers and designers, promoting technical excellence and career growth.
• Support project pursuits, proposal preparation, and business development efforts.
• Assist with workload planning, resource allocation, and project financial performance.
• Participate in client meetings, presentations, and industry events to strengthen relationships and identify new opportunities.
• Provide construction support and technical assistance during project implementation as needed.

What You'll Need:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• 12+ years of roadway design and project management experience, preferably on VDOT and municipal transportation projects.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required, with Virginia licensure or the ability to obtain through reciprocity.
• Strong knowledge of VDOT Road Design Manual, AASHTO criteria, MUTCD, and transportation design standards.
• Proficiency with MicroStation and OpenRoads Designer.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and Civil3D is a plus
• Demonstrated experience managing project schedules, budgets, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience developing and maintaining client relationships and supporting business development efforts.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to mentor and develop technical staff.

Why Join RDA?

We offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401K Retirement Plan; Roth Contributions
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability
• Generous PTO and 8 federal holidays + 1 floating holiday
• Parental leave
• Supportive team culture

RDA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug-free workplace.

Applicants that require an employment visa sponsorship now or in the future will not be considered.