Highway Design | Project Manager

Modjeski and Masters•Miami, FL

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

Modjeski and Masters, Inc. is seeking an experienced Highway Design Project Manager to lead highway design projects in Florida. The role combines technical leadership and project management, delivering transportation solutions for FDOT and local agency clients. The manager leads highway and roadway projects from concept through construction, oversees project teams and quality, maintains client relationships, and supports pursuit of new work. Design tasks include roadway design and plan preparation using Open Road Designer, from concept through final deliverables, including specifications packages, cost estimates, and post-design services. The role also includes preparing project documents, quantity take-offs, and reviewing roadway and shop drawings. The position is based in Miami, Florida, and offers a hybrid work environment. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.

Requirements

Registered Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Florida.
Minimum of 15 years of FDOT experience and highway-specific project experience.
Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering, with an emphasis on Highway/Transportation Design, from an ABET-accredited college or university.
Experience pursuing and managing multidisciplinary projects, including projects involving bridge replacement, new bridge alignment, or bridge rehabilitation.
Client relationships with FDOT District Four and FDOT District Six.
Proficiency with MicroStation and Bentley OpenRoads Designer.
Ability to work in a team environment with professional urgency and self-initiative to meet client needs.
Strong work ethic and ability to mentor junior engineers.
Detail-oriented, with good oral and written communication skills and fluency in English.
Familiarity with AASHTO.
Authorization to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

Pursue and win projects with FDOT and local agency clients.
Prepare proposals and marketing presentations.
Manage multiple projects and project teams within budget and schedule.
Lead and manage planning, design, and delivery of highway and roadway projects from concept through construction.
Oversee and coordinate project teams to ensure work is completed on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with design standards.
Serve as the primary client contact, foster strong relationships, and support client satisfaction.
Provide technical oversight and quality assurance for roadway geometric design, drainage, traffic control, and related highway design elements.
Develop and monitor project scopes, budgets, and schedules; prepare proposals and cost estimates.
Mentor and develop junior engineers and provide technical and leadership guidance to transportation engineers.
Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, contractors, and agencies.
Perform roadway design tasks and prepare plans using Open Road Designer, including specifications packages, cost estimates, and post-design services.
Develop preliminary details using CAD software and provide information to CAD technicians and/or junior engineers for contract plan development.
Prepare project-related documents and internal correspondence.
Perform and check quantity take-offs from contract plans.
Review and check roadway and shop drawings.
Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

Competitive salary
Bonus program for eligible employees, with cash bonuses based on individual performance and business objectives during each calendar year
9 paid holidays
Competitive PTO accruals starting at 17 days, increasing with years of experience
Cafeteria-style benefit plan including medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents
Group term life insurance
Basic accidental death and dismemberment and basic life insurance
Long-term disability coverage
Short-term disability
Identity protection
Flexible spending accounts
Optional life insurance for dependents