Transportation PE & Project Lead — Path to Partnership

gpac LLC.; Kansas City (MO); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

PTO and paid holidays

HSA/FSA options

Job summary

gpac LLC. is seeking an experienced Professional Engineer to join our Transportation team as a Project Manager. You will lead transportation projects from concept through construction and coordinate with multiple disciplines to deliver high-quality outcomes.

The role emphasizes leadership, mentorship of junior staff, and a clear path to partnership within a collaborative consulting environment. Hybrid work options and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• PE license required, or ability to obtain it in 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 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 leadership

Client management

Communication skills

DOT standards knowledge

Roadway design

Regulatory compliance

Budgeting

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

MicroStation/OpenRoads

Job description

gpac LLC. is seeking an experienced Professional Engineer to join our Transportation team as a Project Manager. You will lead transportation projects from concept through construction and coordinate with multiple disciplines to deliver high-quality outcomes.

The role emphasizes leadership, mentorship of junior staff, and a clear path to partnership within a collaborative consulting environment. Hybrid work options and comprehensive benefits are offered.