Senior Traffic Engineering Project Leader (PE)

Mannik Smith Group; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent compensation package

401(k) Plan and Match

Career Path Development Program

Job summary

DRMP is expanding its transportation engineering services and seeks a Senior Traffic Engineering Project Manager, PE to lead and grow the traffic engineering practice in the Carolinas and Virginia. You’ll oversee complex traffic studies and modeling projects from inception through completion, while mentoring staff and collaborating with public- and private-sector clients.

The role blends technical leadership, project management, quality control, business development, and team development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in civil engineering or related discipline.
• 7–10+ years of experience with public and private sector projects.
• Professional Engineering licensure in the state.

Responsibilities

• Oversee traffic engineering studies and TA/ modelling from inception to completion.
• Lead business development efforts across states to strengthen the DRMP brand.
• Provide technical QA on multiple traffic studies and projects.
• Support marketing with project pursuits, technical presentations, and interviews.
• Manage publicly and privately funded projects with cost, schedule and performance tracking.
• Prepare project fee proposals and follow up as appropriate.
• Mentor and develop Project Managers, Engineers, and Interns.

Skills

Project management

Mentoring/Coaching

Business development

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Synchro

SIDRA

Job description

DRMP is expanding its transportation engineering services and seeks a Senior Traffic Engineering Project Manager, PE to lead and grow the traffic engineering practice in the Carolinas and Virginia. You’ll oversee complex traffic studies and modeling projects from inception through completion, while mentoring staff and collaborating with public- and private-sector clients.

The role blends technical leadership, project management, quality control, business development, and team development.