Senior Transportation Project Manager (PE) – Lead & Deliver

Mannik Smith Group; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Horrocks is seeking a Senior Project Manager in Tucson, AZ to lead multiple engineering projects within the Transportation department. You will manage schedules, budgets, and technical delivery while mentoring engineers and coordinating with clients and multidisciplinary teams.

The role requires a PE license and 15-20+ years of relevant experience, with strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills to drive quality outcomes on community-focused infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field.
• PE license required.
• 15–20+ years of progressive engineering experience.
• Strong technical expertise within transportation, civil, or structural engineering.
• Proven ability to lead technical tasks and mentor team members.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills with multi-priority management.
• Experience with industry-standard design software and tools.
• Commitment to quality, safety, and ethical engineering practices.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage engineering tasks across multiple projects.
• Serve as technical resource and SME within your discipline.
• Prepare, review, and approve engineering designs, calculations, reports, and specifications.
• Coordinate with project managers, clients, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure successful project execution.
• Provide guidance, mentorship, and oversight to junior engineers and technical staff.
• Support project planning, scoping, and budgeting efforts.
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and company quality procedures.
• Participate in client meetings, presentations, and business development efforts as needed.
• Identify risks and propose solutions to maintain project progress and quality.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the team and organization.

Skills

Engineering leadership

Project management

Communication

Mentoring

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Client relations

Quality and safety

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

Industry-standard design software

Job description

Horrocks is seeking a Senior Project Manager in Tucson, AZ to lead multiple engineering projects within the Transportation department. You will manage schedules, budgets, and technical delivery while mentoring engineers and coordinating with clients and multidisciplinary teams.

The role requires a PE license and 15-20+ years of relevant experience, with strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills to drive quality outcomes on community-focused infrastructure projects.