Traffic Engineering Project Manager I

Galloway & Company, LLC; Greenwood Village (CO); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Greenwood Village, Colorado, is seeking a Traffic Engineering Project Manager to lead and deliver traffic engineering projects for various clients. The role requires strong project management skills, expertise in traffic analysis, and excellent client relationship abilities. A Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field and 6+ years of experience are essential qualifications. The position offers a starting salary of $100,000 to $115,000, with a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of relevant experience in traffic or transportation engineering, preferably in consulting.
• Strong understanding of signal timing and roadway design principles.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage traffic engineering projects from start to finish.
• Serve as primary contact for clients and agencies.
• Oversee traffic engineering analyses and mentor junior staff.

Skills

Traffic analysis

Project management

Client relationship management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field

Tools

Synchro/SimTraffic

VISSIM

HCS

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD or MicroStation

Job description

About The Company

Galloway & Company, Inc. is a people-first company where collaboration, innovation, and career growth are at the heart of everything we do. You will grow personally and professionally with a supportive culture, flexible work environment, and strong focus on leadership development. You'll also work on diverse, impactful projects alongside multidisciplinary professionals who are passionate about making a difference. At Galloway, you're not just building communities — you're building a fulfilling career.

About The Role

The Traffic Engineering Project Manager is responsible for leading and delivering traffic and transportation engineering projects for public and private sector clients, with full ownership of project performance, client relationships, and technical delivery. This role is intended for a professional who can operate with a high degree of independence and is ready to take on end-to-end project responsibility, including scoping, execution, and client management. The position plays a key role in supporting the growth of the practice by taking ownership of existing work and contributing to new opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

Project Ownership & Delivery

• Lead and manage traffic engineering projects from scoping through final delivery
• Take full ownership of project scope, schedule, budget, and profitability
• Proactively identify and manage risks, scope changes, and client expectations
• Ensure high-quality technical deliverables and consistency across projects
• Delegate and oversee work performed by junior staff, ensuring efficiency and accuracy

Client Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, agencies, and stakeholders
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through responsiveness, reliability, and technical expertise
• Lead client meetings, presentations, and coordination with reviewing agencies
• Anticipate client needs and identify opportunities to expand services

Technical Leadership

• Oversee and perform traffic engineering analyses, including:
• Traffic Impact Studies
• Roadway operational analyses
• Intersection capacity and safety analysis
• Signal operations and design
• Multimodal evaluations
• Review and approve technical reports, plans, and specifications
• Provide direction and mentorship to junior staff and support their development

Business Development & Practice Growth

• Develop scopes of work, schedules, and fee proposals with minimal oversight
• Identify and pursue opportunities with existing and new clients
• Contribute to proposal efforts, interviews, and client strategy
• Support the overall growth and positioning of the traffic practice

Team Coordination

• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams (civil, planning, TDM, development services)
• Ensure projects are appropriately staffed and executed efficiently
• Support internal collaboration and cross-selling opportunities

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, Transportation Engineering, or related field
• 6+ years of relevant experience in traffic or transportation engineering (consulting preferred)
• Strong understanding of traffic analysis, signal timing, and roadway design principles
• Experience with traffic engineering software (e.g., Synchro/SimTraffic, VISSIM, HCS)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; familiarity with AutoCAD or MicroStation
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a billable environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain within 12 months
• Experience managing projects from proposal through delivery
• Experience leading client relationships and agency coordination
• Experience mentoring and overseeing junior staff
• Familiarity with local municipal and DOT review processes

Performance Metrics

• Utilization rate (billable hours)
• On-time and on-budget project delivery
• Client satisfaction and retention
• Quality and accuracy of deliverables
• Contribution to proposals and new work

Work Environment

• Primarily office-based with hybrid flexibility depending on firm policy
• Occasional field work and site visits
• Fast-paced, deadline-driven consulting environment

Key Competencies

• Client relationship management
• Project coordination and multitasking
• Technical problem-solving
• Attention to detail and quality control
• Financial awareness (budgets, billing, scope management)

Growth Opportunity

This role is designed for a professional who is ready to take the next step into full project leadership, with increasing responsibility for client relationships, project performance, and team development. The position offers a clear path toward expanded leadership within the transportation practice.

Salary

The estimated starting base salary for this role is $100,000 to $115,000.

All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. Galloway & Company LLC. does not sponsor H1-B or other work visa petitions.

Pre-employment background check and ongoing drug screening is required.

If you need accommodation during the hiring process, contact our People Department at [e-mail].

Galloway & Company LLC. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, welcoming individuals from all backgrounds, including protected veterans and persons with disabilities.