Transportation Project Manager

Garver Engineering; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Garver in Overland Park, KS seeks an experienced Transportation Project Manager to lead projects, market services, and interact with transportation clients in Kansas. The role emphasizes seller-doer responsibilities with opportunities to manage sub-consultants and coordinate plans.

Ideal candidates hold a PE license with 6–15 years of relevant experience, familiarity with KDOT/AASHTO design manuals, and strong MicroStation skills.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited civil engineering degree is required.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• 6–15 years of relevant experience; KDOT preferred.
• Knowledge of KDOT Roadway Design Manual, AASHTO Greenbook & Roadside Design Guide.
• Proficiency with MicroStation and OpenRoads tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Project management.
• Sub-consultant coordination.
• Project/task scheduling.
• Civil design.
• Plan production oversight.
• Preparing cost estimates.
• Client interaction.
• Support in proposals and interviews.

Skills

PE license

Communication

MicroStation

OpenRoads

MS Office

Civil design

KDOT guidelines

Experience 6–15 yrs

Education

ABET-accredited civil engineering degree

Tools

Geopak/OpenRoads/OpenRoads Designer

Job description

Transportation Project Manager

Overland Park, Kansas

Join our team at Garver, an award-winning national full-service firm. We pride ourselves in delivering unparalleled services to our clients by collaborating with local decision makers and by ensuring innovative solutions and swift adaptation to the evolving needs of the communities. With a distinctive combination of nationwide resources, local recognition, and the expertise of seasoned Subject Matter Experts, we invest in our employees so they can excel in delivering unparalleled service to our clients and communities. At Garver, you'll enjoy a collaborative team environment, with ample opportunities for both professional mastery and autonomy in your work. Join us in making a difference!

Garver is seeking an experienced Transportation Project Manager to join our growing team in the Overland Park area. They will be mentored and trained as seller-doers with opportunities to lead projects, market our services, interact with transportation clients in Kansas.

Responsibilities

• Project management
• Sub-consultant coordination
• Project/task scheduling
• Civil design
• Plan production oversight
• Preparing cost estimates
• Client interaction
• Technical experience should include:
  • Geometric design for roadways/interchanges
  • Drainage design
  • Construction sequencing and traffic control
  • Utility relocation coordination
• Marketing activities may include assisting in the production of proposals and letters of interest, as well as participation in interviews and other presentations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering from an ABET accredited program
• Licensed as a Professional Engineer (PE)
• Six (6) to fifteen (15) years of relevant experience (KDOT preferred).
• Practical working knowledge of the KDOT Roadway Design Manual and the AASHTO Greenbook and Roadside Design Guide as well as other KDOT Design manuals and processes.
• Strong working knowledge of MicroStation (Geopak, OpenRoads, OpenRoads Designer).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong working knowledge of MS Office

Preferred Requirements

• Previous roadway design experience in consulting engineering with a primary focus on KDOT (or other DOT) transportation projects.
• 3D Design experience.

Grow With Us

• Garver offers its employees programs such as company-paid professional memberships, company support for industry licenses and continuing education opportunities that foster a progressive atmosphere.
• Garver provides the tools, resources, and environment to develop leaders, stimulate ideas, and accomplish projects.
• By offering highly competitive salary packages, attractive benefits, and a comprehensive wellness program; Garver walks the talk when it comes to work-life balance.

Founded in 1919, Garver is an employee-owned engineering, planning, and environmental services firm focused on aviation, transportation, buildings, federal, water and wastewater services; surveying; advisory services; and construction engineering and inspection. In the top 100 of Engineering News-Record's Top 500 Design Firms list, with more than 1,400 employees, Garver has a people-first culture that drives innovative, client-first service and is consistently recognized as a best firm to work for by Zweig Group. Learn how Garver invests in people and places they call home at GarverUSA.com.

Garver is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Our employment practices are based upon an individual's capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by law.