Transportation Senior Project Manager

Otak, Inc.; Oregon (WI); Hybrid; USD 131,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Discretionary performance bonuses

Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance

401(k) retirement match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Commuter allowance

Support for professional registration fees

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Otak, Inc. seeks a Senior Transportation Project Manager to lead civil and active transportation projects in Portland, OR or Vancouver, WA. This role involves overseeing project delivery, managing multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate needs a Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, a PE license, and over 15 years of experience in transportation design.

The position offers a salary range of $131,000-$170,000 per year, along with benefits like competitive pay, medical insurance, and a hybrid work schedule.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of progressive experience in civil engineering, emphasizing transportation.
• Strong technical background in roadway and multimodal design.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multidisciplinary transportation and transit projects.
• Oversee project scopes, schedules, budgets, and deliverables.
• Mentor junior engineers and foster technical growth.

Skills

Civil engineering principles

Transportation design

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Project management

Client engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

MicroStation/OpenRoads

Job description

Job Overview

Otak is seeking a Senior Transportation Project Manager to join our Portland, OR or Vancouver, WA office to oversee the delivery of resilient, accessible, and context-sensitive civil and active transportation projects.

As a senior member of our Transportation and Infrastructure Group, you will lead projects from concept through construction, guide multidisciplinary teams, and collaborate with clients to deliver safe, sustainable, and community-focused transportation solutions across Oregon and Southwest Washington. You will build a community-centered portfolio by shaping and delivering municipal roadways, multi‑use trails, bridges, underpasses, and civic improvements, while engaging in purpose‑driven work that enhances community connectivity and environmental quality.

How You'll Contribute

• Lead and manage multidisciplinary transportation and transit projects from planning through construction, delivering high‑quality, context‑sensitive designs that meet client and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee project scopes, schedules, budgets, and deliverables to achieve client goals while maintaining technical excellence, compliance, and profitability.
• Mentor and empower junior engineers through cross‑disciplinary collaboration, fostering technical growth, accountability, and a culture of excellence.
• Advance Otak’s presence through exceptional technical leadership, client service, and community‑focused design solutions.
• Technical Excellence
  • Apply deep expertise in AASHTO, ADA, MUTCD, ODOT, and WSDOT standards to ensure quality, compliance, and innovation across all design phases.
  • Lead civil sheet development, prepare final PS&E packages, and support construction through submittal reviews, RFIs, and site visits to ensure seamless project delivery.
• Client Engagement & Business Development
  • Cultivate strong partnerships with ODOT, WSDOT, other public agencies, stakeholders, and communities to address complex design and construction challenges while ensuring environmental, cultural, and regulatory compliance.
  • Build trusted client relationships through responsive communication, proactive engagement, and collaborative problem‑solving to achieve successful project outcomes.

The Strengths You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field from an accredited institution.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license, with the ability to obtain registration in Oregon and Washington within six (6) months.
• 15+ years of progressive experience in civil engineering, with an emphasis on transportation, infrastructure, drainage, and utility design.
• Strong technical background in roadway, multimodal, and transit infrastructure design.
• Demonstrated proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation/OpenRoads, or similar design software.
• Excellent communication, organization, and leadership skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results.

Salary

Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate experience, qualifications, and work location as well as market and business considerations.

Salary Range: $131,000-$170,000 per year

Benefits

• Competitive salaries
• Discretionary performance bonuses
• No‑cost medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, HRA/HSA
• 401(k)-retirement match that is 100% vested immediately
• Hybrid work schedule
• Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual based on your industry experience rather than your seniority plus 9 paid holidays per year
• Commuter allowance (based on your office location)
• Support for your professional registration and/or certification fees
• Relocation assistance may be provided for suitable candidates

Equal Opportunity Employer

At Otak, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to cultivating a workplace that is inclusive, equitable, and respectful for all.

We are dedicated to maintaining a workplace that is free from discrimination, harassment, and bias.

All employment decisions, including those related to recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, and termination are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications.

We provide reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities, including pregnant employees, to ensure an accessible and supportive work environment. If you require assistance or accommodations during the application process or in the workplace, please contact Otak’s People Services Department at [e-mail].

Our Vision for an Inclusive Workplace

• Diverse identities are embraced, and differences are valued as a source of strength.
• Every employee feels safe to be their authentic self and contributes meaningfully.
• Unique perspectives are encouraged, and open dialogue is welcomed to foster innovation.
• Curiosity replaces judgment, and respectful engagement is prioritized in all interactions.
• Relationships are built on mutual trust, dignity, and respect, forming the foundation of our workplace culture.

Join us in shaping a more inclusive future!