Sr. Traffic Project Manager

PRIME AE Group, Inc.; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible career paths

Diversity and inclusion commitment

Growth-oriented opportunities

Job summary

PRIME AE Group, Inc. is seeking a Sr. Traffic Project Manager to join our Columbus or Akron offices. In this role, you will manage traffic engineering projects across Ohio, fostering client relationships and ensuring high-quality results.

The ideal candidate will have a BSCE and an active Ohio PE license with over 10 years of relevant experience in traffic engineering, particularly with ODOT projects. With a focus on collaboration and innovation, this position offers a chance to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a supportive workplace culture.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive experience in traffic engineering and project management.
• Strong experience with ODOT projects, including preliminary and final design.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and deliver high-quality results.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage traffic engineering projects from concept through final design.
• Develop scope, schedule, and fee proposals for traffic projects.
• Serve as a primary client contact, leading meetings and presentations.

Skills

Traffic analysis

Project management

Client engagement

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

Active Ohio Professional Engineer (PE) license

Job description

At PRIME AE, that’s not a slogan, it’s how we work.

The Opportunity

We are currently seeking an accomplished Sr. Traffic Project Manager to join our Columbus or Akron offices and lead high-impact traffic engineering projects across Ohio.

In this role, you will take ownership of project delivery while helping grow PRIME AE’s traffic engineering presence in the Ohio market. You will lead multidisciplinary teams, manage client relationships, and deliver innovative traffic and transportation solutions that improve mobility and safety.

This is an excellent opportunity for a licensed Ohio PE with strong experience in ODOT projects who is ready to combine technical leadership, project management, and client engagement in a highly visible role.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and manage traffic engineering projects from concept through final design and construction support.
• Oversee and coordinate the work of design engineers and technical staff.
• Develop scope, schedule, and fee proposals for traffic and transportation projects.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, and financial performance.
• Perform and oversee traffic analysis and design, including traffic studies, signal design, signing and pavement marking, MOT, and safety improvements.
• Ensure compliance with ODOT standards, specifications, and guidelines.
• Coordinate with subconsultants and multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated project solutions.
• Provide quality control for project deliverables including plans, specifications, and reports.
• Mentor and develop junior staff and support team growth.
• Serve as a primary client contact, leading meetings, presentations, and ongoing communication.
• Support business development efforts, including proposal preparation and client engagement.
• Participate in industry organizations and represent PRIME AE in the Ohio transportation market.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering (BSCE required; MSCE preferred).
• Active Ohio Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in traffic engineering and project management.
• Strong experience with ODOT projects, including preliminary and final design.
• Demonstrated experience in traffic analysis, design, and project delivery.
• Experience supporting construction phase services and reviewing shop drawings.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deliver high-quality results.
• Experience with client engagement and business development is strongly preferred.

Benefits

• Full-Career Support: Flexible career paths across disciplines, from technical specialist to project leadership.
• People-First Culture: We hire top talent, champion diversity, trust, and integrity.
• Meaningful Impact: Work on projects—from community centers and hospitals to federal, transportation, and water systems—that tangibly improve lives.
• Growth-Oriented: Strategically expanding capabilities and geography with strong backing from investors.
• National Yet Local: Enjoy the resources of a big firm with the agility and client intimacy of local offices.

PRIME AE Group celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.