Transportation Project Manager

KCI Technologies; Duluth (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Project Manager in Transportation Engineering, where you will lead design projects that shape the infrastructure of communities. This role offers the opportunity to manage a talented team, develop innovative solutions, and ensure successful project delivery. With a commitment to employee ownership and professional growth, you'll thrive in a collaborative environment that values integrity and innovation. If you're passionate about making a difference in the field of transportation and eager to take your career to new heights, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Family-Friendly Benefits

Collaborative Working Environment

Training and Mentoring Opportunities

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in transportation engineering, planning, and design preferred.
• Strong design knowledge in transportation required.

Responsibilities

• Lead a design team for developing plans for GDOT and municipal facilities.
• Manage a team of designers and project engineers for successful project completion.

Skills

Transportation Engineering

Project Management

Design Team Leadership

Contract Management

Technical Proposal Writing

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Master's Degree in Engineering

Job description

Overview

Our Transportation Practice in Texas is growing. We are actively seeking a Project Manager to lead our design projects throughout the state!

Join us as we Rise to the Challenge

At KCI, we’re building an enduring community that provides unparalleled value to our employee-owners. We make our mark designing and delivering world-class solutions, investing deeply in supporting and developing our team. We reward integrity and commitment, and when we do well, you do well. Our employees have the freedom to innovate, unlimited growth opportunities, a voice that matters, a lifestyle that works, and skin in the game. Achievements are shared and celebrated. As a team, we are motivated to better ourselves, each other, and the world around us.

THE COMPANY

KCI Technologies, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned engineering, consulting, and construction firm serving clients across the United States. Recognized as an industry leader, KCI employs cutting-edge technologies, management practices, and strategic growth initiatives. Employee ownership fosters an entrepreneurial spirit, encourages technical expertise, and shapes strategic planning.

KCI is currently ranked #56 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 design firms nationwide.

KCI BENEFITS INFORMATION

We offer a competitive compensation package, family-friendly benefits, a collaborative working environment, and the training, mentoring, and resources you need to advance in your career.

We understand you have choices, and we believe we will make a great team!

KCI is committed to building a diverse and inclusive staff, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and individuals with disabilities to apply.

Duties, Responsibilities & Other

• 7+ years of experience in transportation engineering, planning, and design preferred.
• Experience leading a design team for developing plans for GDOT, municipal, and county facilities including drainage, traffic control plans, signing, pavement markings, intersection designs, pedestrian and bike facilities, bridges, construction phasing, and scheduling.
• Project Management experience required, with experience in managing and growing a design team preferred.
• Experience in developing and managing state DOT projects preferred.
• Proposal preparation including scope, schedule, and fee.
• Contract management and billing to achieve profit goals.
• Strong design knowledge in transportation required.
• Prepare written technical proposals, assemble teams to meet client criteria, and develop professional relationships.
• This position requires a demonstrated leader with broad knowledge of transportation and the processes to develop design packages utilizing state design standards.
• Manage a team of designers, CADD technicians, project engineers, and sub-consultants for successful project completion.
• Train and develop staff.
• Responsible for project delivery of complete transportation design packages including coordination/oversight of multiple design disciplines.
• Oversee the preparation of plans, technical specifications, quantity takeoffs, and construction estimates in accordance with state design manuals and standard drawings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience required. Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 7 - 12 years of professional experience.
• Appropriate professional certification preferred.
• Pre-employment drug screening is required. Background and motor vehicle checks may be required based on the position.

Performance Expectations

• Complete Annual Individual Training Program.
• Mentor and train staff.
• Develop backup personnel to support your role in your absence.
• Maintain customer relationships through performance feedback and project development.
• Comply with all policies and procedures.
• Ensure projects meet ISO and safety standards.
• Manage work routines and assign tasks.
• Complete other duties as assigned.
• Develop and implement project safety plans.
• Report proposal results and project performance.
• Achieve utilization targets (75%-80%).
• Attend project meetings regularly.
• Coordinate with practices and sub-consultants.
• Deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Ensure effective use of resources.
• Review project invoices and performance reports.
• Provide technical oversight and project updates.
• Serve as project or task manager as needed.
• Conduct site visits, gather data, and develop designs for approval.

KCI Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.