Transportation Engineer-PE - St Louis, MO

gpac; St. Louis (MO); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

gpac is seeking an experienced Professional Engineer to join our Transportation team as a Project Manager. You will lead projects from concept through construction, manage internal teams, and serve as a trusted partner to clients.

This role offers long-term growth, leadership visibility, and a clear path to partnership within a collaborative, multi-disciplinary consulting environment. We value a proactive leader who can coordinate across disciplines and deliver quality, on-time results for

Qualifications

• PE license required, or ability to obtain it in 6 months.
• 5+ years of experience in transportation / civil engineering.
• Proven experience managing projects, teams, and client relationships.
• Strong understanding of roadway design, drainage, traffic, and utilities.
• Experience with DOT and local agency standards, plan development, and project delivery.
• Experience with budgeting, proposals, and project financials.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation/OpenRoads, and related design tools.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage transportation projects from concept through construction
• Oversee project budgets, schedules, and resource allocation
• Serve as the primary point of contact for client relationships and communication
• Prepare and review proposals, contracts, and project scopes
• Coordinate across internal disciplines (traffic, structures, drainage, surveying, planning, environmental, etc.)
• Mentor and guide junior engineers and technical staff
• Ensure quality control and adherence to DOT and regulatory standards
• Support business development efforts and identify new opportunities with public agencies

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Client relationships

Communication

Education

PE license (or ability to obtain in 6 months)

Civil/Transportation engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

MicroStation/OpenRoads

Job description

5+ Year Transportation PE / Project Manager

Lead Great Projects. Build Your Career.

We are seeking an experienced Professional Engineer (PE) to join our Transportation team in a Project Manager capacity. This individual will play a key role in leading projects, managing internal teams, and serving as a trusted partner to clients.

This opportunity is ideal for someone looking for long-term growth, leadership visibility, and a clear path to partnership within a collaborative, multi-disciplinary consulting environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage transportation projects from concept through construction
• Oversee project budgets, schedules, and resource allocation
• Serve as the primary point of contact for client relationships and communication
• Prepare and review proposals, contracts, and project scopes
• Coordinate across internal disciplines (traffic, structures, drainage, surveying, planning, environmental, etc.)
• Mentor and guide junior engineers and technical staff
• Ensure quality control and adherence to DOT and regulatory standards
• Support business development efforts and identify new opportunities with public agencies

Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license required, or the ability to obtain it in 6 months
• 5+ years of experience in transportation / civil engineering
• Proven experience managing projects, teams, and client relationships
• Strong understanding of roadway design, drainage, traffic, and utilities
• Experience with DOT and local agency standards, plan development, and project delivery
• Experience with budgeting, proposals, and project financials
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation/OpenRoads, and related design tools
• Strong communication and leadership skills

What We Offer

Career Growth & Leadership

• Clear and structured path to senior leadership and partnership
• Opportunity to lead teams and shape project direction
• High visibility with executive leadership and decision-makers
• Defined career progression with mentorship and support

Flexibility & Work-Life Balance

• Flexible scheduling and hybrid work options
• Trust-based culture focused on outcomes, not micromanagement
• Support for personal and professional balance

Compensation & Financial Benefits

• Competitive base salary + performance-based bonuses
• 401(k) with company match
• Profit-sharing opportunities
• Partnership/equity track for long-term growth

Comprehensive Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus life and disability insurance
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• HSA/FSA options

Multi-Disciplinary Environment

• Work alongside experts in transportation, traffic, structures, planning, surveying, environmental, and beyond
• Exposure to a diverse range of project types (roadway and highway, intersections and corridors, safety, bicycle and pedestrian, municipal infrastructure)
• Collaborative culture that encourages cross-functional innovation

Culture & Workplace

• Employee-focused, team-oriented environment
• Strong emphasis on professional development and continuing education
• Open-door leadership and transparent communication
• Company-wide commitment to employee well-being and success

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.