Senior Transportation PM Lead – Austin, TX

GBA; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

EAP & Wellness programs

Paid holidays & time off

Career growth & leadership development

Job summary

GBA is seeking a Transportation Project Manager in Austin, TX to lead design for City and County transportation projects across Central Texas. The role emphasizes mentoring, business development, and coordinating multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality mobility solutions.

The candidate brings 10+ years in transportation design, a TX PE license, and strong leadership to guide projects, plans, scopes, and budgets while advancing client partnerships in the Austin market.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering required.
• Texas PE license required.
• 10+ years in transportation project design, plan development, and delivery.
• Minimum 2 years of project and staff management experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead the design of transportation projects, including feasibility studies, roadway reconstruction and rehabilitation, intersections, local streets, arterials, FM/RM roadways, sidewalks, and ADA facilities.
• Build and lead multidisciplinary project teams, providing technical guidance and hands-on support.
• Plan, organize, and monitor project scope, schedules, and budgets to ensure successful delivery.
• Mentor and coach less experienced staff, supporting their technical development and career growth.
• Support hiring efforts and help build a strong municipal transportation design team.
• Maintain and strengthen relationships with existing clients while developing new client partnerships.
• Participate in business development activities, including proposals, client meetings, and marketing efforts to grow GBA's presence in the Austin and Central Texas market.

Skills

Project Management

Team Leadership

Client Relations

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

PE license (Texas)

Tools

Bentley MicroStation

OpenRoads Designer

Job description

GBA is seeking a Transportation Project Manager in Austin, TX to lead design for City and County transportation projects across Central Texas. The role emphasizes mentoring, business development, and coordinating multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality mobility solutions.

The candidate brings 10+ years in transportation design, a TX PE license, and strong leadership to guide projects, plans, scopes, and budgets while advancing client partnerships in the Austin market.