Senior Roadway Project Manager - Transportation Market

Gresham Smith; Tampa (FL); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

401(k) with Company Match

Short/Long-term Disability

Life Insurance

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

Gresham Smith in Tampa, FL is seeking a Senior Roadway Project Manager to lead transportation projects. You will oversee corridor studies, traffic operations, and design efforts, coordinating with city, state, and county officials as well as clients and consultants.

The role requires a PE license, a bachelor’s in Civil Engineering, and 12+ years in the engineering field. This is a hybrid, full-time position offering growth within a people-first culture.

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and PE certification.
• Minimum 12+ years of experience in the engineering industry.
• Strong leadership and coordination across multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead corridor studies, traffic operations, safety, and roadway/traffic/bridge design.
• Prepare community engagement, engineering reports, plans, specs, and estimates.
• Review studies, contract documents, and provide recommendations for changes.
• Participate in contract bidding and administration as needed.
• Supervise junior engineers and coordinate with clients and authorities.
• Ensure effective communication with project teams and public stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Civil engineering knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

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Senior Roadway Project Manager - Transportation Market

• Posted on November 4, 2026

Locations

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Gresham Smith | Tampa Office
Tampa, FL 33607, USA

• Hybrid
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: SENIO004240

Description

About Us

AtGresham Smith, we call itGenuine Ingenuity. Our culture is the cornerstone of who we are, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. United by our Core Purpose—to plan, design, and consult to create healthy and thriving communities—we deliver innovative solutions for life’s essential infrastructure and institutions.

What sets us apart is our dedication to care for our people, our clients, and the places we call home. We are more than a team of professionals—we’re a community built on commitment, integrity, respect, and teamwork.

Why Gresham Smith?

When you join Gresham Smith, you’re joining a place where you can connect and thrive. Our employees consistently recognize us as aBest Place to Workbecause we go above and beyond to ensure that you feel valued, supported, and empowered.

About You

We’re looking for someone who has:

• A bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, or a related field
• 12+ years of experience in the engineering industry
• Certification as a Professional Engineer (PE)

Most importantly, you bring genuine curiosity, creativity, and a collaborative spirit—someone who wants to do great work with great people.

About the Role

As aSenior Project Manager, you will:

• Willingness to lead other efforts, including corridor studies, traffic operations, safety, and roadway/traffic/bridge design
• Manage preparation of community engagement, engineering reports, plans, and specifications for major and minor projects
• Manage preparation and review of preliminary and final studies, plans, technical specifications, contract documents, and estimates; make recommendations for additions, deletions, and substitutions as needed
• Participate in contract bidding and administration as needed
• Supervise and oversee design and ongoing project progress, including coordination with city, state, and county officials, the general public, and other outside agencies
• Supervise the work of junior engineers and technical support personnel assigned to the project
• Coordinate project activities with clients, contractors, outside consultants, the general public, and firm staff
• Communicate and interact effectively with project team members, client representatives, review agencies, and others as appropriate; resolve complex issues such as public engagement challenges, conflicting design requirements, unsuitable materials, and coordination difficulties

Your work will directly contribute to shaping environments where people live, work, and thrive, all while growing your career within a supportive, people-first culture.

Join Us

If you’re excited to bring your talents to a collaborative, people-first environment where you can make an impact while growing your career, we’d love to hear from you.

Here’s what you can expect:

Professional Growth: In-house Learning, Tuition Reimbursement, Licensure Support, Professional Organization Engagement.

Culture that Cares: 93% of employees say they feel cared for, and 96% are confident in our future success.

• Healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision, Wellness Programs)
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Short- & Long-term Disability, Paid Life & AD&D
• Supplemental, Critical Care, Pet, Legal & ID Theft Insurance
• Family Planning and Parental Leave
• Mass/Public Transit Program
• Telemedicine and Employee Assistance Program

Gresham Smith is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate. Everyone is invited to apply!

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