Transportation Project Manager

Orionplacement; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Relocation assistance

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Orionplacement is looking for an experienced engineer in St. Louis, MO to lead transportation engineering projects. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering, a Missouri PE license, and 10+ years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include managing project schedules, preparing estimates, and collaborating with clients and internal teams. The role offers a flexible work schedule, comprehensive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of transportation engineering or civil transportation project management experience.
• Experience with MoDOT and Local Public Agency projects required.
• Proficiency with relevant engineering design software.

Responsibilities

• Lead transportation engineering projects like highways and interchanges.
• Prepare plans and manage project schedules and budgets.
• Coordinate with engineers and internal teams to deliver projects.

Skills

Transportation engineering experience

Project management skills

MicroStation proficiency

Communication skills

Organization skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Licensed Professional Engineer in Missouri

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

OpenRoads Designer

Job description

Pay: $120,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Lead meaningful transportation and infrastructure projects that directly impact communities across Missouri and the surrounding region.
• Join a growing civil engineering team with strong public‑sector project work and long‑term client relationships.
• Take ownership of highway, interchange, intersection, and local agency projects from design through delivery.
• Work in a collaborative environment with flexibility, bonus potential, strong benefits, and room to grow.
• Build relationships with public and private clients while helping expand the firm's St. Louis presence.

Location: This is an on‑site role based in St. Louis, MO, offering the opportunity to work closely with leadership, clients, and a strong technical team in a growing office environment.

Note: Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, an active Missouri Professional Engineer license or ability to obtain through reciprocity, 10+ years of transportation engineering experience, and experience with MoDOT and Local Public Agency projects.

Job Description

• Lead transportation engineering projects including highways, interchanges, intersections, and roadway improvements.
• Prepare plans, specifications, estimates, and project documents in accordance with applicable standards and regulations.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, deliverables, and coordination with internal technical teams.
• Work directly with public and private clients throughout the full project lifecycle.
• Support MoDOT, Local Public Agency, and related transportation infrastructure projects.
• Coordinate with engineers, surveyors, technicians, and other disciplines to keep projects moving efficiently.
• Assist with proposals, client development, and business development efforts.
• Represent the firm through client relationships, industry involvement, and high‑quality project delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering required.
• Licensed Professional Engineer in Missouri required or ability to obtain by reciprocity.
• 10+ years of transportation engineering or civil transportation project management experience.
• Experience with MoDOT and Local Public Agency projects required.
• Experience with IDOT or tollway projects is a plus.
• Proficiency with MicroStation, OpenRoads Designer, AutoCAD Civil 3D, or similar design software.
• Strong understanding of project documentation, roadway design, geometric layouts, intersection design, ADA layouts, and applicable design criteria.
• Traffic signal and storm sewer design experience is a plus.
• Strong communication, organization, budgeting, and client‑management skills.

Why You Will Love Working Here

You will be part of a collaborative, technically strong team where your work matters and your leadership will be visible. We offer a flexible work schedule, bonus plan, matching 401k, affordable health, dental, and vision coverage, paid life insurance, paid short‑term and long‑term disability, and a professional environment where experienced engineers can grow their client relationships and make a real impact.

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance