Transportation Project Manager

Insight Global; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global in Michigan seeks an experienced Transportation Project Manager to lead MDOT and local agency projects from planning through design delivery. You will serve as the primary client contact, managing relationships while overseeing project scope, budget, schedule, and quality.

You will direct multi-discipline teams and support business development efforts, including proposals and client meetings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering is required.
• 10–15 years of roadway/transportation experience.
• PE license is required.
• Experience with MDOT Plusses is preferred.
• Project management experience is essential.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the main client contact and lead meetings throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage MDOT and local agency projects from kickoff through design delivery, ensuring scope, schedule, and budget adherence.
• Coordinate multi-discipline teams (roadway, traffic, drainage, etc.) to deliver high-quality work.
• Monitor budgets, staffing, schedules, and forecasts; proactively address risks or issues.
• Review and approve plans, reports, and deliverables to meet quality and client expectations.
• Support proposals, client development, and collaborate with accounting on billing and project financials.

Skills

Project management experience

Client liaison

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

PE License

Tools

MicroStation/OpenRoads Designer

AutoCAD

Civil3D

Job description

Job Description

Job Description:

This Transportation Project Manager role leads MDOT and local agency transportation projects across Michigan from planning through design delivery. You'll serve as the primary client contact, managing relationships while overseeing project scope, budget, schedule, and quality. The position involves directing multi-discipline teams, coordinating across offices, and ensuring all deliverables meet MDOT standards and internal quality procedures. You'll monitor project performance, proactively manage risks, and review technical work to ensure accuracy and completeness. In addition, you'll support business development efforts, including proposals, client meetings, and helping win new work. This is a great opportunity for an experienced PE who enjoys leading teams, owning projects end-to-end, and building strong client partnerships.

Day to Day:

• Serve as the main point of contact for clients, leading meetings and managing communication throughout the project lifecycle
• Manage multiple MDOT and local agency projects from kickoff through design, ensuring scope, schedule, and budget stay on track
• Coordinate and lead multi-discipline teams (roadway, traffic, drainage, etc.) to deliver high-quality project work
• Monitor project performance, including budgets, staffing, schedules, and forecasts, and proactively address risks or issues
• Review and approve plans, reports, and technical deliverables to ensure they meet quality standards and client expectations
• Support proposals, client development efforts, and work closely with accounting on billing, invoicing, and project financials

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Skills and Requirements

Must Haves:

• Bachelors in Civil Engineering
• 10-15 years of experience in roadway / transportation experience
• PE License
• Proficiency in MicroStation/OpenRoads Designer, AutoCAD or Civil3D
• Experience with MDOT Plusses:
• PE (professional engineer license)
• Project Management experience