Transportation Project Leader — Client-Focused & Impactful

JEO Consulting Group, Inc.; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

JEO Consulting Group, Inc. is seeking a Transportation Senior Project Manager to lead engineering projects in Omaha, Nebraska. You will oversee project plans and directly manage a team of engineers and technicians, ensuring client satisfaction and project execution.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in civil or transportation engineering and a PE license, with over 8 years of municipal project experience. Join us and help improve our communities!

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in municipal transportation projects.
• Proven project management skills with strong client relationships.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement project plans for transportation engineering projects.
• Lead a team of engineers and technicians, fostering a positive work environment.
• Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to understand project requirements.
• Prepare project proposals, scopes of service, and cost estimates.
• Manage budgets, schedules, and communication plans.
• Coordinate project design, construction, and implementation activities.

Skills

Project management

Client relationship management

Team leadership

Budget management

Technical expertise in transportation engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil/transportation engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Job description

Company Overview

JEO is not your typical engineering firm. We have a welcoming, fun, and laid-back culture that encourages communication and collaboration where our greatest strength is our team members. If you value great work-life integration and work best in a relaxed, supportive, and inclusive environment, we may be the place where you ARE the best version of yourself. We are a relationship-based company that prioritizes building people and providing opportunities.

Company Overview

JEO is not your typical engineering firm. We have a welcoming, fun, and laid-back culture that encourages communication and collaboration where our greatest strength is our team members. If you value great work-life integration and work best in a relaxed, supportive, and inclusive environment, we may be the place where you ARE the best version of yourself. We are a relationship-based company that prioritizes building people and providing opportunities.

With a rich history and a commitment to excellence, JEO has been serving clients since 1937. We are a leading multidisciplinary firm working hard to improve the communities in which we live, work and play. Join us at JEO and become part of our team that blends expertise, fun and passion for serving each other and our communities. Together, we can make a difference while building a rewarding career!

Job Summary

JEO’s Transportation Department provides expertise and services in street, highway, trail and bridge engineering services. The Transportation Senior Project Manager is supported by a department of professionals to take the lead on managing successful projects that meet or exceed client expectations while meeting JEO’s financial goals. This individual will have the ability to support client management and business development endeavors as well.

Responsibilities And Duties

• Develop and implement project plans for transportation engineering projects, considering timelines, budgets, and resources
• Lead a project team of engineers and technicians, assigning tasks, providing guidance and mentorship while fostering a collaborative and positive work environment
• Collaborate with clients, government agencies, contractors and other stakeholders to understand project requirements while maintaining strong client relationships and meeting client expectations
• Prepare project proposals, scopes of service and cost estimates for a diverse portfolio of project types
• Manage budgets, schedules, bids, contracts, funding requests and communication plans
• Coordinate various aspects of transportation engineering projects including design, construction, and implementation activities
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil/transportation engineering
• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• 8+ years' experience working in the engineering industry on municipal transportation projects