Senior Roadway Project Manager

Kimley-Horn; Shawnee (KS); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Roadway Project Manager to enhance their Transportation practice in Kansas City. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead complex engineering projects, engage with clients, and contribute to a culture that values employee growth and success. With over 15 years of experience required, candidates will manage project delivery profitably while mentoring staff and ensuring high-quality outcomes. Join a company recognized as one of the best places to work, where your contributions will be celebrated and rewarded, and where you can thrive in a supportive and innovative environment.

Benefits

Exceptional Retirement Plan

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Flexible Scheduling

Tuition Reimbursement

New Parent Leave

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in Transportation engineering and consulting.
• Proven ability to manage projects profitably and engage clients.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex engineering tasks and oversee project delivery.
• Write proposals, lead interviews, and negotiate contracts.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Project Management

Client Communication

Proposal Writing

Transportation Engineering

Staff Management

Education

Licensed Civil Engineer in Missouri and/or Kansas

Job description

Overview

Ranked as one of Fortune Magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work For,” Kimley-Horn prides itself on hiring high-achieving, dedicated, and reliable professionals. Kimley-Horn is seeking a Senior Roadway Project Manager to help grow our Transportation practice in Kansas City, MO.

Responsibilities

As a Senior Roadway Project Manager, you will be responsible for complex engineering tasks as well as marketing, business development, client contact, and the growth of the Transportation practice in Kansas City, MO. Additional activities include managing the design and delivery of projects profitably while being actively involved in design issues, partnership with fellow practice builders, client engagement and overall project oversight.

Management responsibilities include but are not limited to:

1. Writing proposals
2. Participating and/or leading interviews
3. Performing contract negotiations
4. Project work planning
5. Coordinating with other project managers
6. Supervising the execution of work
7. Transitioning work to qualified staff
8. Growing and mentoring staff
9. Acting as a positive role model while ensuring quality and timeliness of deliverables

With success, this individual will enjoy the rewards of an impressive performance-based work environment and can advance to ownership.

Qualifications

• Licensed Civil Engineer in the State of Missouri and/or Kansas
• Track record of successfully winning and delivering work
• Established relationships with agencies and/or local municipalities
• 15 years plus experience in Transportation engineering and consulting
• Demonstrated ability to manage transportation projects profitably through agency specifications
• Experience writing proposals, scopes of work, and budgets for projected work
• Ability to effectively communicate at all levels of the organization
• Ability to manage staff, and direct resources effectively with a positive impact
• Knowledge and experience with the full life cycle of roadway projects from studies to environmental to PS&E or final design packages and general knowledge of construction
• Extensive knowledge of geometric design, horizontal and vertical alignment, grading, drainage, utility, or other related design issues

Why Kimley-Horn?

At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it—that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 17 years!

Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn

• Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to-1 company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays
• Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses
• Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs
• Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources