Transportation Project Manager

ZipRecruiter; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading engineering firm as a Transportation Senior Project Manager, where you'll lead transportation projects while fostering client relationships and managing project teams. Enjoy a supportive culture with opportunities for career development and a robust benefits package.

Benefits

401K matching

Annual bonus program

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Comprehensive career development support

Wellness incentives

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience working on municipal transportation projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement project plans for transportation engineering projects.
• Lead a project team of engineers and technicians.
• Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to understand project requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil or transportation engineering

Job description

Job Description

Company Overview

JEO is not your typical engineering firm. We have a welcoming, fun, and laid-back culture that encourages communication and collaboration where our greatest strength is our team members. If you value great work-life integration and work best in a relaxed, supportive, and inclusive environment, we may be the place where you ARE the best version of yourself. We are a relationship-based company that prioritizes building people and providing opportunities.

With a rich history and a commitment to excellence, JEO has been serving clients since 1937. We are a leading multidisciplinary firm working hard to improve the communities in which we live, work, and play. Join us at JEO and become part of our team that blends expertise, fun, and passion for serving each other and our communities. Together, we can make a difference while building a rewarding career!

Job Summary

JEO’s Transportation Department provides expertise and services in street, highway, trail, and bridge engineering. The Transportation Senior Project Manager is supported by a department of professionals to lead successful projects that meet or exceed client expectations while achieving JEO’s financial goals. This individual will also support client management and business development efforts.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Develop and implement project plans for transportation engineering projects, considering timelines, budgets, and resources.
• Lead a project team of engineers and technicians, assigning tasks, providing guidance and mentorship, and fostering a collaborative and positive work environment.
• Collaborate with clients, government agencies, contractors, and other stakeholders to understand project requirements while maintaining strong client relationships and meeting expectations.
• Prepare project proposals, scopes of service, and cost estimates for a diverse portfolio of project types.
• Manage budgets, schedules, bids, contracts, funding requests, and communication plans.
• Coordinate various aspects of transportation engineering projects, including design, construction, and implementation activities.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil or transportation engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• 8+ years of experience working on municipal transportation projects in the engineering industry.

With offices throughout IA, KS, NE, OH, and WY, JEO offers a robust benefits package to support our employees and their loved ones. Benefits include competitive salaries, insurance options, vacation/sick/flex time, 401K matching, wellness incentives, comprehensive career development support, an annual bonus program, participation in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), and more, all aimed at enriching your experience with us.

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