Transportation Project Manager

HMB Professional Engineers, LLC; New Albany (IN); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent compensation package

Flexible work schedule

Competitive health, vision, and dental insurance

401(k) plan with match

Short and long-term disability coverage

Parental leave

Job summary

A civil engineering firm is seeking a Transportation Project Manager to lead roadway projects in the United States. You will manage client relationships, oversee project delivery, and mentor staff. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, strong technical skills, and experience in business development. The role offers excellent benefits, including flexible work options and competitive health insurance.

Qualifications

• Manage roadway and transportation design projects.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Indiana or ability to obtain.
• Strong technical background and proficiency in industry-standard software.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage roadway and transportation projects.
• Develop and expand the transportation engineering market.
• Prepare design drawings, details, specifications, and construction documents.

Skills

Roadway design

Client relationship management

Project management

Business development

Leadership

Technical guidance

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

OpenRoads Designer

Job description

Transportation Project Manager

HMB Professional Engineers is seeking an experienced professional to establish and lead our growing transportation engineering presence in Knoxville, TN. This unique opportunity allows you to manage roadway projects while building client relationships, developing new business, and mentoring staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage roadway and transportation projects from planning through design and delivery.
• Develop and expand the Indianapolis transportation engineering market through client outreach and business development.
• Oversee project scopes, schedules, and budgets to ensure successful delivery.
• Coordinate with clients, subconsultants, permitting agencies, utilities, right‑of‑way staff, contractors, and internal teams.
• Supervise and mentor junior engineers, providing technical guidance and career development support.
• Prepare design drawings, details, specifications, cost estimates, and construction documents in accordance with applicable standards.
• Lead preparation of permit applications, proposals, and submittal packages.
• Ensure projects meet quality, safety, and regulatory standards.
• Represent HMB as the primary point of contact for clients and stakeholders in the region.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET‑accredited program.
• Proven experience managing roadway and transportation design projects.
• Strong technical background in roadway design; proficiency in OpenRoads Designer preferred.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Indiana or ability to obtain.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to foster client relationships and develop new business opportunities.
• Experience mentoring and managing staff.
• Proficiency in spreadsheets, word processing, and industry‑standard software.
• Self‑starter with the drive to build and grow a local market.

Benefits

• Excellent compensation package.
• Flexible work schedule; hybrid work option available.
• Competitive holiday and paid‑time‑off program.
• 401(k) plan with match.
• Competitive health, vision and dental insurance premiums.
• Company‑furnished life insurance.
• Short and long‑term disability coverage.
• Parental leave.
• Variety of voluntary benefit options.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Flexible Spending Account.
• And more.

Seniority Level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

• Full‑time

Job Function

• Project Management and Information Technology

Industries

• Civil Engineering