Senior Transportation Planning Manager | Flexible Hours & Bonus

Nitsch-Engineering; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work model

Health coverage

Paid time off + 401k

Annual bonus program

Education & development

Community involvement

Job summary

Nitsch Engineering seeks a Senior Transportation Planning Project Manager to lead projects in MA offices: Boston, Worcester, or Lawrence. You will oversee transportation planning for local and state clients, manage teams, and drive business development while delivering high-quality results.

As part of an employee-owned firm, you’ll contribute to a collaborative culture, mentor staff, and participate in an annual bonus program based on performance and role responsibilities.

Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering required; PE or AICP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee transportation planning projects for local and state government clients (MassDOT, City of Boston, municipal agencies).
• Lead business development efforts to expand municipal client base and regional/state Transportation Planning work.
• Develop and maintain relationships with MassDOT and regional planning agencies (MAPC, NMCOG, CMRPC).
• Staff and supervise project team, coordinate subconsultants, mentor staff, and ensure client satisfaction.
• Perform technical quality control reviews and oversee milestone and final submissions.
• Manage Feasibility Studies, Safety Action Plans, Conceptual Design Development, and Corridor Studies.
• Lead public involvement and community outreach; present reports to stakeholders.
• Develop proposals and represent the firm at conferences and professional organizations.
• Promote professional development of existing staff.

Skills

Transportation Planning

Project Management

Client Management

Staff Leadership

Business Development

Public Presentations

Education

BS in Civil Engineering

AICP certification

Massachusetts PE License

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Nitsch Engineering seeks a Senior Transportation Planning Project Manager to lead projects in MA offices: Boston, Worcester, or Lawrence. You will oversee transportation planning for local and state clients, manage teams, and drive business development while delivering high-quality results.

As part of an employee-owned firm, you’ll contribute to a collaborative culture, mentor staff, and participate in an annual bonus program based on performance and role responsibilities.