Transportation Project Manager

Benesch; Lincoln (NE); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth with leadership development

Flexible scheduling

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Benesch is seeking a Transportation Project Manager for our Nebraska Division to lead complex roadway and highway design projects. This role seeks individuals with over 8 years of experience, providing mentorship and managing project scope, budget, and schedule.

Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in engineering, excellent leadership skills, and proficiency in client interactions. Benefits include career growth, flexible scheduling, and strong financial contributions to retirement plans.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in design.
• Experience presenting to elected officials and at conferences.
• Project management experience, including cost control and budget oversight.

Responsibilities

• Manage scope, budget, and schedule for transportation projects.
• Lead and mentor project teams and technical staff.
• Participate in business development and marketing.

Skills

Excellent communication and client-relationship skills

Strong organization and leadership skills

Technical analysis experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

Professional Engineering license in Nebraska

Job description

Transportation Project Manager

We are seeking a Transportation Project Manager for our Nebraska Division. This experienced position involves leading complex roadway, highway, and interstate design projects from preliminary to final stages, with 8+ years of experience in design and a strong industry network.

Location

This role offers flexibility in office location, with a preference for candidates based in central Nebraska. Applicants in Omaha, Lincoln, or Bellevue are also welcome.

Key Projects Across Nebraska

• Lincoln South Beltway: Lead consultant for the $352 million project, providing environmental assessment, design, geotechnical services, and construction support; 43 miles of roadway, 23 bridges, and multiple interchanges.
• US‑81: Ongoing four‑lane expressway expansion from York to Columbus; lead consultant providing roadway and bridge design.
• US‑26: Ongoing project expanding the corridor to a four‑lane expressway between Minatare and US‑385; lead consultant for roadway, drainage, and bridge design.

The Impact You Will Have

• Serve as project manager on transportation projects, managing scope, budget, and schedule.
• Lead and mentor project teams and technical staff, including student interns.
• Contribute to Nebraska, regional, and corporate growth initiatives.
• Participate in business development and marketing; prepare SOQs, proposals, and contracts.
• Represent Benesch at industry and professional events.
• Identify opportunities and lead strategic project pursuits.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Present findings through written reports and verbal communication, including public speaking at meetings.
• Assist with grant applications.

What We Are Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field.
• Professional Engineering license in Nebraska, or ability to obtain one upon hire.
• Excellent communication and client‑relationship skills.
• Experience presenting to elected officials, advisory boards, conferences, and interviews.
• Strong organization and leadership skills.
• Technical analysis experience in transit, multimodal studies, transit grant management, and related areas.
• Project management experience, including cost control, budget oversight, and quality assurance.
• Direct management of project budgeting and execution; supervision of staff and subcontractors.
• Ability to work independently and produce complete deliverables.
• Experience in the public bidding process.

Benefits

Benesch offers:

• Career growth with leadership development and clear advancement paths.
• Strong financial future with up to 9 % retirement contribution for eligible employees.
• Flexible scheduling to support work‑life balance.
• Generous paid time off and parental leave for eligible employees.
• Mentorship and hands‑on experience from day one.

Equal Opportunity & Accessibility

Benesch is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and prohibits discrimination against any protected group, including veterans and individuals with disabilities, or any status protected by federal, state, and local laws.

Benesch will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with a physical disability or other impairment.

If you have a disability and are unable to access our online application, please email [e-mail] to request accommodation.