Transportation Project Manager-2

Kids for the Future; Evansville (IN); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Major medical insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

Short & long-term disability

Job summary

VS Engineering is seeking a Transportation Project Manager to lead civil engineering projects focused on transportation infrastructure. You will collaborate with contractors, officials, and vendors, manage scope, budget, staffing, and deliverables, and mentor project teams while maintaining strong client relationships.

This role offers a hybrid work schedule with in-person meetings, site visits, and team collaboration in Kentucky. Required: PE license KY; IN and OH preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering (ABET-accredited).
• PE license in KY required; IN and OH preferred.
• 5+ years in transportation infrastructure design with KYTC project experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with stakeholders – work with contractors, officials, and suppliers to ensure project success.
• Manage all aspects of transportation projects, including scope, budgeting, staffing, and production.
• Lead and mentor project teams while developing and maintaining strong client relationships.
• Guide clients in securing funding and navigating agency policies for transportation projects.
• Prepare and oversee project proposals, contract negotiations, and client communications.
• Identify future opportunities and develop strategies to pursue those opportunities.
• Design and develop transportation solutions using cutting-edge design standards.
• Conduct research and produce reports, feasibility studies, and technical documentation.

Skills

Stakeholder collaboration

Project management

Leadership

Funding guidance

Proposal writing

Business development

Transportation design

Research skills

Education

ABET-accredited civil engineering

PE license KY required; IN & OH preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Are you an experienced Civil Engineer with a passion for transportation infrastructure? Do you thrive in a collaborative environment where you can lead projects and drive meaningful change? VS Engineering is looking for a Transportation Project Manager to join our team.

This position offers ahybrid work schedule, providing flexibility while ensuring in-person availability for key meetings, site visits, and team collaboration in Northern and Lexington, Kentucky.

Why Kentucky? Why VS Engineering?

Northern Kentucky’s rapidly growing region blends rich history, culture, and innovation. From Covington to Newport and Purple People Bridge, to the Ohio River’s scenic views, it is a great place to live and work. VS is also excited to be creating opportunities within the Lexington community.

At VS Engineering, we take pride in our expertise in city, county, KYTC, and DOT transportation projects. We foster a team-oriented culture where your skills, leadership, and growth matter.

Your Role as a Transportation Project Manager

As a key leader on our team, managing and designing civil engineering projects focused on transportation infrastructure, you will:

• Collaborate with stakeholders – Work with contractors, officials, and suppliers to ensure project success.
• Manage all aspects of transportation projects, including scope, budgeting, staffing, and production.
• Lead and mentor project teams while developing and maintaining strong client relationships.
• Guide clients in securing funding and navigating agency policies for transportation projects.
• Prepare and oversee project proposals, contract negotiations, and client communications.
• Identify future opportunities and develop strategies to pursue those opportunities.
• Design and develop transportation solutions using cutting-edge design standards.
• Conduct research and produce reports, feasibility studies, and technical documentation.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

At VS Engineering, we invest in you. As part of our team, you’ll have access to:

• Support & Growth – Work alongside skilled project managers and technical experts.
• Work-Life Balance – Flexible work arrangements, remote work opportunities.
• Competitive Benefits – 401(k), major medical insurance, life insurance, paid time off (PTO), short & long-term disability.
• Career Development – Opportunities to expand your skill set and advance your career.
• A Fun, Collaborative Culture – Team outings, social events, and a family-like environment.

Requirements

What You Need to Succeed:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering(ABET-accredited).
• Licensing: Registered Professional Engineer (PE) in KY (required), IN, and OH (preferred).
• Experience: 5+ years in transportation infrastructure design with 3+ years managing KYTC projects.
• Technical Skills:
• Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)

What You Bring to the Team:

• A problem-solving mindset with the ability to think critically and innovate.
• Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with clients, agencies, and internal teams.
• A passion for delivering high-quality engineering solutions with attention to detail.
• A team-oriented, service-driven attitude and a desire to take on new challenges.

Summary

Our Mission

At VS Engineering, our mission is to serve the communities where we live and work, driven by our core values: Client Focused, Trust, Work Hard. Together. Knowledge.