Transportation Project Manager

First Point Group; California; On-site; USD 83,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Senior Transportation Engineer/Project Manager to join their team in Riverside, CA. The role involves overseeing transportation infrastructure projects, managing project phases, and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations. Ideal candidates will have over 10 years of experience and a strong background in project management and environmental clearance processes. This position offers the opportunity to work on impactful projects with a respected public agency.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in transportation project management.
• Proven experience in environmental clearance or design of projects governed by a State DOT.

Responsibilities

• Assist with contract procurement and proposal evaluation.
• Oversee all project phases, including planning, design, and construction.
• Manage project communications and documentation with stakeholders.

Skills

Communication

Project Management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Project

Cost Estimation Tools

Job description

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About the Role

We are currently seeking a Senior Transportation Engineer/Transportation Project Manager/Senior Civil Engineer/Construction Project Manager to join on a full-time, in-person basis in Riverside, CA. This individual will play a key role in supporting the client’s Capital Projects team in the successful delivery of transportation infrastructure projects.

The ideal candidate will bring over 10 years of experience in environmental clearance or design and management of transportation projects under a State Department of Transportation authority, with a solid foundation in CEQA/NEPA processes, project delivery phases (PA&ED, PS&E, Construction), and experience working with public agencies, railroads, highways, roadways, bridge constructions, freeways, runways, public work and consultants.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the client’s Project Manager with contract procurement, task orders, RFP development, proposal evaluation, contract negotiation, and cost estimation.
• Oversee all project phases, including planning, design, environmental clearance (CEQA/NEPA), permitting, and construction.
• Coordinate and monitor consultant progress and compliance with project delivery schedules.
• Support in obtaining environmental permits (e.g., 401, 404, 1602) and liaise with relevant City, County, State, and Federal agencies.
• Identify, track, and help mitigate project risks.
• Manage project communications, status updates, and documentation with stakeholders, including legal teams, residents, and public agencies.
• Attend and document public hearings, commission meetings, and agency coordination sessions.
• Prepare client presentations, staff reports, and project-related communications.
• Support contract management tasks including correspondence, amendments, and change orders.
• Provide project oversight related to funding, budgets, and invoicing.
• Coordinate with agencies such as Caltrans, SCRRA, BNSF, UP, and others as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in transportation project management.
• Proven experience in environmental clearance or design of projects governed by a State DOT.
• Familiarity with CEQA, NEPA, and environmental permitting.
• Knowledge of the PA&ED and PS&E processes.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Project and cost estimation tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with agencies like SCRRA, BNSF, UP, or similar rail authorities is a plus.
• Design-build project experience is highly desirable.

Why Join Us?

• Work directly with a respected public agency in Riverside, CA.
• Engage in meaningful transportation projects with regional impact.
• Collaborate with a knowledgeable, supportive team of professionals and SMEs.
• Build your career in a role that offers diverse responsibilities and growth potential.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management, Consulting, and Engineering

• Industries

  Construction, Transportation Programs, and Rail Transportation

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