Transportation & Structures Project Manager

DOWL

Lake Oswego (OR)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary
Health benefits
Retirement plans
Professional development
Work-life balance

Job summary

A reputable engineering firm in Oregon is seeking a Transportation & Structures Project Manager to lead complex projects while ensuring client satisfaction and project quality. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in project management and civil engineering, along with a degree from an accredited program. Key responsibilities include project oversight, business development, and leading a team to deliver projects effectively. Competitive salary and benefits package available.

Qualifications

  • 6 years of industry experience required.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) registration or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.
  • Driving is an essential function or a valid driver's license is necessary.
  • Minimum 6 years of industry experience.
  • Driving is an essential job function or a valid driver’s license is required.

Responsibilities

  • Manage multiple projects, ensuring quality and client satisfaction.
  • Communicate with leadership and mentor team members.
  • Coordinate resolution of technical issues with project staff.
  • Engage in business development and pursue project leads.
  • Develop project schedules and oversee submission of deliverables.
  • Monitor project financials and handle changes.
  • Prepare scope of work and fee breakdowns, monitor project financials, and manage changes.

Skills

Project management
Client relations
Technical drawing interpretation
Business development
Mentorship
Communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in civil, structural, or transportation engineering
Professional Engineer (PE) licensure

Tools

ProjectWise
Newforma
Deltek Vision/VantagePoint
UKG
Bluebeam

Job description

Transportation & Structures Project Manager

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Job Summary

DOWL is looking for a Project Manager (PM) with both technical expertise and business acumen to lead and deliver complex Transportation & Structures projects in Oregon. The PM will oversee single‑discipline projects and contribute to multidisciplinary ones, ensuring successful delivery. This role requires a seller‑doer mentality and involves business development, client relations, staff leadership, and business management, helping DOWL maintain its reputation as a trusted industry partner.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage multiple projects, lead scope, schedule, and budget development, ensure project quality and client satisfaction.
  • Communicate and collaborate with leadership and support roles, ensure client satisfaction, and mentor team members.
  • Demonstrate a clear understanding of project‑related technical terms and fundamentals, coordinate resolution of technical issues with project staff, and review and interpret technical drawings and documents.
  • Engage in business development and marketing, identify and pursue leads, and collaborate to win projects.
  • Interact frequently with clients and partners, manage communications, and foster client satisfaction.
  • Plan and develop project schedules, oversee timely submission of deliverables, lead project meetings, and ensure adequate staffing.
  • Prepare scope of work and fee breakdowns, monitor project financials, adjust as needed, and manage project changes.
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor of Science degree from an ABET‑accredited program in civil, structural, transportation engineering, or a related engineering field.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) registration in the state of primary practice or licensed in a different state with the ability to obtain a license within 6 months of hire.
  • 6 years of industry experience required.
  • Driving is an essential job function or a valid driver’s license is required to support legitimate business purposes.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Strong interest in developing project management and people management skills.
  • Experience with design‑build projects for local and state government agencies, ODOT preferred.
  • Knowledge of ProjectWise, Newforma, Deltek Vision/VantagePoint, UKG, and Bluebeam.
Compensation and Benefits
  • Competitive Salary: Based on education, qualifications, experience, and work location.
  • Recognition: Hard work backed by formal recognition programs and personalized recognition.
  • Health Benefits: Comprehensive medical/RX, dental, vision, life, and accidental death and dismemberment insurance with supplemental options.
  • Retirement Plans: Discretionary 401(k) employer matching contributions, additional employer contributions even if you don’t contribute, and matching contributions for eligible student debt payments.
  • Professional Development: Reimbursement and bonuses for certifications and professional licensure, support for continuing education through workshops, seminars, and conferences.
  • Work‑Life Balance: Flexible working arrangements, paid personal leave, and holidays.
Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, hear, stand, walk, use hands, occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision and ability to adjust focus.

Company Overview

For over 60 years, DOWL has thrived as an established, highly reputable, professional services consulting firm, recognizing that the foundation of our past, present, and future is our people. DOWL’s foundation is built upon four core values: Inclusion, Integrity, Innovation, and Inspiration. These values are rooted in everything we do. We live, work, and play in the same places as our clients, which drives us to ensure that every project we undertake is done right and benefits the community. We believe in supporting our employees' growth and providing opportunities to work on impactful projects. As a valued partner on our team, you will be one of the People Who Make It Happen!

Job Details
  • Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
  • Employment type: Full‑time
  • Job function: Project Management and Information Technology
  • Industries: Civil Engineering
  • Location: Portland, OR (Oregon Metropolitan Area)
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