Transportation Project Manager - Civil Engineering

AMT; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Paid parental leave

401(k) company match

In-house training

Flexible working conditions

Job summary

A leading engineering firm based in Maryland is seeking a full-time Transportation Project Manager with 8-12 years of experience in roadway and highway projects. The role includes leading project teams, managing client relations, and ensuring project success. Candidates must hold a Professional Engineer license in Maryland, Virginia, or Washington DC, and possess strong skills in time management and communication. Benefits include a competitive salary, hybrid work options, and robust professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 8 to 12 years’ experience in roadway, highway, and traffic control plan preparation.
• Past project management experience required.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-discipline teams for transportation design projects.
• Serve as liaison between clients and the project team.
• Manage technical resources on the project team.

Skills

Time management

Problem-solving

Team building

Communication skills

Education

Professional Engineer (PE) in Maryland, Virginia, or Washington DC

Tools

MicroStation/OpenRoads

AutoCAD/Civil 3D

Job description

A. Morton Thomas and Associates, Inc., (AMT) is an employee-owned ENR 500 A/E firm providing services in the disciplines of civil engineering, construction management and inspection, traffic and transportation design, water and wastewater systems, environmental and water resources, and landscape architecture. Headquartered in Rockville, Maryland and founded in 1955, our nearly 500 staff members are committed to designing and delivering projects that positively impact our communities.

We strive to create a work environment that challenges, motivates, and empowers each member of the team.

Core Values You Can Appreciate. Integrity, Service, Safety, Empowerment, Quality, Inclusion

Great Company Culture. Baltimore Sun & Richmond Times Dispatch Top Workplace

Work / Life Balance. Hybrid work schedule, 9 paid holidays, 3 weeks paid time off

Exceptional Benefits. Medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, life insurance, disability insurance

Plan for Your Future. Strong 401(k) company match plus ESOP shares

Professional Growth & Mentoring. In‑house training, education assistance, paid time for professional organization involvement

AMT is seeking a Transportation Project Manager with 8‑12 years’ experience for a position in our Towson, Maryland or Rockville, Maryland office. The position is full‑time, and AMT will provide the flexibility and necessary equipment to work from home 2 to 3 days per week, as agreed upon with the Transportation Group Leader.

You’ll find success in this position if you:

· Have strong time management skills and the ability to balance and prioritize multiple projects

· Can identify and resolve project risks and design challenges

· Enjoy building and motivating teams

· Have strong written and oral communication skills

Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) in Maryland, Virginia, or Washington DC required
• 8 to 12 years’ experience in roadway, highway, and traffic control plan preparation with past project management experience
• Proficiency with MicroStation/OpenRoads and/or AutoCAD/Civil 3D
• Strong written and oral communication skills

Responsibilities

• Leading multi‑discipline teams to deliver transportation design projects, with a focus on multi‑modal roadway projects
• Serving as liaison between client and project team including external stakeholder agencies
• Managing all technical resources on the project team including subconsultants
• Preparing task proposals and establish project pricing and budgets
• Developing project management plans for assigned projects and preparing monthly progress reports
• Developing and maintaining project schedules
• Leading or participating in client meetings and presentations
• Providing quality control reviews of submittals and deliverables
• Mentoring and training junior staff
• Assisting with production tasks (CADD drawings, reports, graphics / renderings, etc.)
• Assisting Group Leader and Division Directors with business development and proposals
• Maintaining a positive working relationships with co‑workers, project managers, supervisors, and other team members

With 70 years of distinguished service within the mid‑Atlantic region, AMT has established itself as an Engineering News Record Top 500 Design Firm and has been honored by ZweigGroup as a Hot Firm. As a 100% employee‑owned firm, each one of our professionals has a stake in our business and thrive in this entrepreneurial environment where team members are encouraged to proactively work with their supervisors to identify roles that are complementary with their strengths, interests, and career goals. Our culture of innovation and collaboration places strong emphasis on team‑spirit, diversity, thoughtfulness, growth and learning, discipline expertise and personal accountability offers a rewarding career in a dynamic, high‑performance environment. We understand your career is a big part of your life but realize a work/life balance is important for personal health and wellness with the ability to work hybrid through a combination of office and remote technology.

AMT offers employee ownership, competitive salary, exemplary benefits package that includes a strong 401(k) matching plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, flexible working conditions, educational assistance, in‑house training programs, and more.

Why Join AMT?

At AMT, we understand that our most valuable asset is our staff. For 70 years, we have worked diligently to build a team of talented employees who fully embody our values as an organization – values such as teamwork, integrity, and innovation. Now that we have transitioned into an employee‑owned firm, we are excited to place the future of AMT into over 500 sets of dedicated hands.

The AMT Difference

Our company culture is characterized by a workforce that holds the highest standards of ethics and integrity, focused client care, and commitment to AMT’s Core Values of safety, respect, integrity, commitment, quality, teamwork, leadership, responsibility, and profitable growth. Operating as an ESOP allows us to reward our dedicated and loyal employees with additional benefits from the company’s stock as well as an incentive to continue building a high‑performance ownership culture.

To strengthen and support its employees, AMT invests in programs and processes to sustain an engaging work environment. AMT also recognizes the importance of employee benefits and policies and remains committed to providing programs that are both comprehensive and competitive in the industry.