Project Manager, Transportation

Johnson Engineering, LLC. An Apex Company; Naples (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-subsidized medical and dental coverage

Company-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability

401(k) match

Tuition assistance

Performance-based bonuses

Job summary

A growing engineering firm in Naples is seeking a motivated Transportation Project Manager with a strong background in civil engineering. The ideal candidate should have over 6 years of experience managing transportation projects, including planning, design, and permitting. Responsibilities include overseeing project delivery and coordinating with local agencies. This position offers excellent benefits and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• 6+ Years experience in civil / transportation engineering.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in Florida (or ability to obtain within 6 months).
• Demonstrated experience in project management for municipal or county transportation projects.
• Working knowledge of FDOT standards and local agency design criteria.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the design and delivery of transportation projects.
• Serve as Project Manager for assigned projects coordinating scope, schedule, and budget.
• Prepare plans, specifications, and estimates in accordance with FDOT standards.
• Coordinate with public agencies and utility providers.
• Conduct traffic analysis and safety studies.

Skills

Project Management

Communication Skills

Civil/Transportation Engineering

MicroStation / OpenRoads

AutoCAD

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil or Transportation Engineering

Tools

MicroStation / OpenRoads

AutoCAD

Job description

Project Manager

Location: Naples, FL

Johnson Engineering, an Apex Company, is one of the fastest growing engineering and environmental consulting firms in the US. We provide exceptional service to local municipalities and state agencies, and we are committed to investing in our employees' professional development.

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Transportation Project Manager to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in managing transportation projects for local municipalities or FDOT, including planning, design, and permitting. This position offers the opportunity to lead multidisciplinary projects that improve mobility, safety, and infrastructure in our communities.

Responsibilities

• Manage the design and delivery of transportation projects for local and regional government clients, including roadway, sidewalk, intersection, and multimodal improvements.
• Serve as Project Manager for assigned projects—responsible for scope, schedule, budget, and client coordination.
• Prepare and oversee development of plans, specifications, and estimates (PS&E) in accordance with FDOT and local standards.
• Coordinate with public agencies, utility providers, and permitting authorities.
• Conduct and/or oversee traffic analysis, safety studies, and roadway geometry design.
• Provide guidance and technical review for junior engineering staff.

Minimum Qualifications

• 6+ Years experience in civil / transportation engineering.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in Florida (or ability to obtain within 6 months).
• Demonstrated experience in project management for municipal or county transportation projects.
• Working knowledge of FDOT standards, the Florida Design Manual (FDM), MUTCD, and local agency design criteria.
• Proficiency with MicroStation / OpenRoads, AutoCAD, or similar design software.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to lead client interactions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Local Agency Program (LAP) projects or FDOT coordination.
• Familiarity with grant‑funded transportation projects (e.g., CDBG, SCOP, SCRAP).
• Experience developing cost estimates and managing subconsultants.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil or Transportation Engineering.

Benefits

• Company‑subsidized medical and dental coverage
• Company‑paid life, short‑term, and long‑term disability
• 401(k) match, tuition assistance, and more
• Cross‑training and the ability to work on a variety of projects
• Performance‑based bonuses or other incentives
• Working with the best and brightest in the industry
• Part of a 1,800+ employee national firm with 50+ locations across the US

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