Transportation P.E. - Kansas City, MO

gpac LLC.; Kansas City (MO); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

Partnership/equity track for long-term

401(k) with company match

Profit-sharing opportunities

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Job summary

gpac LLC. seeks an experienced Transportation PE / Project Manager to lead projects, manage teams, and serve as a trusted client partner within a collaborative consulting environment.

The role offers long-term growth, leadership visibility, and a clear path to partnership, with a multi-disciplinary team and opportunities to influence project direction and business development.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Lead transportation projects from concept through construction.
• Oversee project budgets, schedules and resource allocation.
• Be the primary contact for client relationships and communication.
• Prepare and review proposals, contracts and project scopes.
• Coordinate across internal disciplines (traffic, structures, drainage, surveying, planning, environmental).
• Mentor junior engineers and staff; ensure quality control and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Client relationships

Communication

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 staffEnsure 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