Sr. Traffic Project Manager

PRIME AE Group, Inc.; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

PRIME AE Group, Inc. in Ohio is seeking a Sr. Traffic Project Manager to lead high-impact traffic engineering projects across the Columbus and Akron markets.

You will manage multidisciplinary teams, develop scope and proposals, and grow PRIME AE’s traffic engineering presence in the Ohio market. The ideal candidate is a licensed Ohio PE with 10+ years of experience in traffic engineering and ODOT projects, capable of business development, client engagement, and delivering high-quality, safe

Qualifications

• BSCE required; MSCE preferred.
• Active Ohio PE license required.
• 10+ years in traffic engineering and PM.
• Strong experience with ODOT projects, including preliminary and final design.
• Experience with traffic analysis, design, and project delivery.
• Experience with construction phase services and reviewing shop drawings.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Experience with client engagement and business development preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead traffic engineering projects from concept through final design.
• Oversee design engineers and technical staff.
• Develop scope, schedule, and fee proposals.
• Manage budgets, schedules, and financial performance.
• Perform traffic studies, signal design, MOT, and safety improvements.
• Ensure compliance with ODOT standards.
• Coordinate with subconsultants and multidisciplinary teams.
• Provide QC for plans, specs, and reports.
• Mentor junior staff and support team growth.
• Lead client meetings and ongoing communications.
• Support business development and client engagement.
• Represent PRIME AE in Ohio transportation market.

Skills

Traffic engineering

Project management

Client engagement

Leadership

Education

BSCE

MSCE

Job description

We Make Everything Around Us Better

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

We Make Everything Around Us Better

At PRIME AE, that’s not a slogan, it’s how we work. Every bridge, building, campus, park, and roadway we design exists to improve how people live, move, learn, and connect. Through architecture, engineering, planning, and consulting, we partner with clients to create thoughtful, practical solutions that leave communities stronger than we found them. If you want your work to matter, and to be surrounded by smart, collaborative people who care about doing things the right way, you’ll feel at home here.

Who We Are:

PRIME AE Group, Inc. ( www.primeeng.com ) is a nationally ranked, full-service architecture and engineering firm driven by collaboration, innovation, and a commitment to strengthening the communities we serve. With a growing footprint of offices across the country and a diverse team of more than 550 professionals, we partner with public and private sector clients to deliver thoughtful, high-impact solutions across transportation, education, healthcare, municipal, federal, commercial, and recreational markets.

Our culture blends entrepreneurial energy with the resources of a scaled, multidisciplinary platform—giving our people the opportunity to shape meaningful projects while influencing the future direction of the firm. As PRIME AE continues to expand its capabilities, geographic reach, and leadership bench, this is an exciting time to join a team that is building momentum, investing in growth, and empowering leaders to make a lasting impact.

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:

As a Sr. Traffic Project Manager, you will lead the planning, analysis, and design of traffic engineering projects while managing project teams, budgets, and schedules. You will serve as a key point of contact for clients and play an active role in business development and practice growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• 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.

Why PRIME AE?

We don’t just fill positions; we invest in people.

At PRIME AE, you’ll find a supportive, flexible environment where careers are built intentionally, not accidentally. You’ll work on projects that improve everyday life, alongside colleagues who challenge and respect one another.

What sets us apart:

• Career Growth: Flexible career paths across disciplines, from technical expertise to project and people leadership.
• People-First Culture: We value trust, integrity, and collaboration, and we mean it.
• Meaningful Work: Projects that strengthen communities, infrastructure, and public spaces.
• Growth with Purpose: Strategic expansion backed by strong leadership and investment.
• National Reach, Local Feel: Big-firm resources with the agility and relationships of local offices.

Our Commitment:

PRIME AE Group is committed to creating an inclusive environment where differences are respected, voices are heard, and everyone has the opportunity to succeed.