Sr. Project Manager - Roadway

Socket.dev; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Time Off

Comprehensive Benefits

Family Leave

Education Support

Referral Bonuses

Volunteer Days

Professional Development

Career Growth

Fun Culture

Job summary

LJA Engineering, Inc. is seeking a Sr. Project Manager in Transportation to provide technical and engineering support, develop proposals and cost estimates, and lead the Project Management Team.

The role involves overseeing project delivery, mentoring staff, and collaborating with clients and agencies to ensure successful outcomes. Strong client relations and multi-tasking are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering.
• Licensed Professional Engineer.
• Program management experience.
• Proven ability to manage multiple deadlines and budgets.
• Effective communication with clients, agencies, stakeholders and employees.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects of varying size and complexity.
• Oversee schedules and financial performance of projects.
• Pre-sell future projects and build client relationships.
• Mentor/lead direct reports and balance team workload.
• Coordinate with Operations Manager and Engineering Director.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Client engagement

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

MicroStation ORD

CORSIM

HCS

Trans CAD

VISSIM

AGI32

Job description

WHAT LJA HAS TO OFFER

LJA is offering an exciting opportunity that will allow you to reach your full career potential. The structure of our organization is designed to amplify your capabilities while gaining the benefits of being an employee-owner. What truly sets this opportunity apart is the chance to collaborate every day with dedicated, skilled, and supportive leaders. Whether you are in the office, in the field, or behind the scenes, working at LJA gives you the chance to grow through hands-on experience and exposure to a broad range of clients and services.

WHAT MAKES LJA DIFFERENT

At LJA, our employee-owners take pride in their work and their workplace. We’re guided by leaders who foster a culture of respect, collaboration and a shared vision of success. Our difference is evident in the experiences and opportunities we provide:

• Employee-owned. Client-focused
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Consistently ranked as a Top Workplace
• Internal recruitment team, in-house training, and a marketing department specific to our industry
• We celebrate flexibility, allowing every team and office to lead with their proven approach
• Our culture champions continuous learning and personal growth
• We believe success comes through constant evolution and communication
• We are passionate about having fun and making money, all while creating impact

POSITION OVERVIEW:

As a Sr. Project Manager at LJA Transportation, you will be responsible for Provides technical and engineering support, including technical proposals and cost estimates Overseeing the Project Management Team.

A TYPICAL DAY MIGHT INCLUDE:

• Managing projects of appropriate size
• Managing schedules and financials.
• Pre-selling a future project
• Managing/mentoring direct reports
• Balancing resources with Operations Manager or Engineering Director
• Rewarding your team

REQUIRED EDUCATION/LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor of Science Degree, Civil Engineering
• Licensed as a Professional Engineer
• Program Management Experience
• Proven project management experience and handling multiple deadlines and budgets
• Effective communication skills to engage with clients, agencies, stakeholders, and employees fostering strong relationships

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Track record of winning CDOT and DOTI work
• Track record of County and Municipal wins
• Previous work experience in an AEC related firm

IDEALLY, YOU SHOULD ALSO HAVE:

• Experience with MicroStation ORD
• Experience with Large Scale FDOT Projects
• Advanced skills in specialized software programs
• Technical Training Experience
• Experience using CORSIM, HCS, Trans CAD, VISSIM, and AGI32 is a plus
• Proven experience in handling multiple tasks and deadlines

LEVEL UP WITH LJA

At LJA, we’re 100% employee-owned. This drives results, rewards ambition and supports long-term success for every team member. With almost 100 locations and 3,000+ employee-owners (and growing), we’re building something big! We want you to be part of it. Your future grows here.

• Generous Time Off: PTO, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Year’s.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets. Along with mental health support.
• Family Support: Paid maternity and parental leave to help you focus on what matters most.
• Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and in-house courses provided by our Learning and Development team.
• Referral Bonuses: Know great talent? Get rewarded for helping us grow.
• Community Impact: Company-sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.
• Professional Development: Memberships to industry organizations to keep you connected and growing.
• Career Growth: Great internal mobility opportunities to advance your career.
• Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, bring your kid to work day, etc.

To Executive Search Firms & Staffing Agencies: LJA Engineering, Inc. and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from any agencies that have not signed a service agreement. All unsolicited resumes will be considered LJA's property. This includes resumes submitted directly to hiring managers without contacting LJA's Human Resources Talent Department.