Transportation Project Manager

OHM Advisors; Livonia (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking community advancement firm dedicated to making a difference through innovative design and engineering. As a Project Manager, you will lead diverse teams on transportation and municipal projects, ensuring quality and client satisfaction. Your expertise in civil engineering and project management will help shape the future of communities, while you enjoy a supportive workplace that values professional growth. With a competitive benefits package and a commitment to excellence, this role offers the chance to make a real impact in the industry.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Profit sharing

401(k) with employer matching

Paid professional memberships

Employer-paid Life Insurance

Disability options

Wellness programs

OHM Grad School and OHM University

Qualifications

• Registered Professional Engineer with experience in civil engineering.
• Strong background in project management and business development.

Responsibilities

• Lead multidisciplinary teams on transportation projects.
• Manage project scope, schedule, and budget effectively.
• Mentor entry-level staff and support client goals.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Project Management

Business Development

Client Relationship Management

Problem Solving

Education

Registered Professional Engineer

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

OpenRoads Designer

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

MicroStation

Geopak

AutoTurn

Job description

Come work for OHM Advisors, the community advancement firm.

With the mission of Advancing Communities, our diverse team of over 750 professionals collaborates across multiple service areas in several states, including architecture, engineering, planning, surveying, and construction engineering.

We are experts with individual specialties working together, driven to make a difference through people-focused problem solving, design, and ideas. We prioritize people in everything we do, creating places that help communities solve problems and progress—advancing the whole community today and into the future.

What You Will Contribute to OHM Advisors

The Project Manager leads and manages multidisciplinary teams on transportation, municipal, and site development projects, while also driving business development and managing client relationships, project scope, quality, and service. Responsibilities include overseeing all project phases from preliminary engineering to construction, including design, documentation, cost estimation, and QA/QC. The role requires collaboration with engineers, planners, technicians, and clients to ensure successful project delivery and client satisfaction. Candidates should have an established career in Civil Engineering with diverse project experience and relevant design expertise.

Your Responsibilities

• Lead multidisciplinary teams on transportation projects.
• Develop and manage project scope, schedule, and budget.
• Oversee project quality and deliverables.
• Mentor and support entry-level staff.
• Manage project budgets, work plans, sub-consultants, and schedules.
• Oversee bidding, award processes, RFIs, construction site visits, and progress meetings.
• Solve challenging problems and support client goals.

Team Management & Communication:

• Supervise engineering team and provide technical advice.
• Ensure work is completed as planned and on schedule.
• Maintain communication with key project stakeholders.
• Lead development of graphic design packages, proposals, and presentations.
• Document and present work clearly to team and clients.

Technical Expertise:

• Design infrastructure, prepare construction documents, and conduct cost estimating.
• Maintain standards, check calculations, and conduct QA/QC.
• Support project planning and funding.
• Proficiency in OpenRoads Designer required.
• Understanding of state DOT design criteria, standards, and specifications.

Requirements

Education, Experience, & Licensure:

• Registered Professional Engineer.
• Experience in business development, marketing, and sales.
• Understanding of DOT project development processes.
• Experience with DOT, DOT LAP, and municipal roadway projects.
• Experience collaborating with DOT and community stakeholders.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation, Geopak, AutoTurn.

Benefits Summary

At OHM Advisors, our people are our greatest asset. We offer a supportive, growth-oriented workplace with a competitive benefits package, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (BCBSM)
• Profit sharing
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Paid professional memberships
• Employer-paid Life Insurance
• Disability options
• Wellness programs
• OHM Grad School and OHM University

Learn more about these programs on our website.

OHM Advisors is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We consider all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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