Project Manager

Mcfarland-Johnson•Raleigh, NC

36d

About The Position

At McFarland Johnson (MJ), you'll own your future. We're a 100% employee-owned firm with 80 years of experience delivering innovative engineering, planning, environmental, technology and construction solutions that make a lasting impact on the clients and communities we serve. Certified as a Great Place to Work, our employee-owners describe MJ's culture as collaborative, people-focused, and supportive. Join us, and help shape the future of infrastructure, together. About the Role: We are seeking a motivated and experienced Project Manager with Highway Design experience to join our widely respected and growing Transportation Division in our Raleigh, NC or Greenville, SC Office Locations. This position provides a tremendous growth opportunity for a career-minded professional interested in joining our award-winning firm and becoming part of our employee-owned culture of performance and client satisfaction. Why Join MJ? Career Growth: Accelerate your professional career with opportunities to lead, learn, and expand your expertise. Collaborative Culture: Work alongside multidisciplinary teams that thrive on creativity, support, and teamwork. Collaborative is the most frequent word used to describe MJ's culture in annual employee survey. Employee Ownership: As a 100% ESOP, your contributions directly shape our shared success - you own your future. Innovation & Impact: Work on projects that push boundaries, drive sustainability, and create real-world solutions. Professional Development: From mentorship, ongoing technical training, and conferences we invest in your growth every step of the way. Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible schedules, generous PTO, and a culture that values balance so you can thrive both professionally and personally. Shape the next generation: For experienced professionals, MJ offers the chance to mentor emerging talent, share your expertise, and leave a lasting legacy in the industry.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering.
Professional Engineer license required with the ability to apply for comity in other states.
10+ years of progressive highway engineering analysis, design, and project management experience.
Project experience with State DOT's required.
Ability to be a self-starter and work in a dynamic environment.
Active Transportation, Multi-modal and transit-oriented design experience.
Ability to foster business development relationships.
Public presentation experience required.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent organization skills and attention to detail.
Excellent track record of financial success, delivering projects on time and on budget
Ability to effectively participate as part of a project team, develop and maintain client relations, and meet project demands and schedules.

Nice To Haves

Strong business development skills and experience are a plus.
Experience obtaining Federal, State, and local regulatory approvals and permits.

Responsibilities

Lead a team of multidisciplinary engineers.
Oversee all aspects of roadway design
Manage projects and meet agreed-upon budgets and schedules
Make public presentations
Perform quality control reviews
Assist with the development of staff including workloads, training, and career planning
Develop or review all aspects of engineering studies including data collection, models, plans, and estimates.
Work with state or municipal clients on transportation infrastructure projects, including the design and management of public state, county, and city roads.
Developing new and existing client relations and business development opportunities.
Assist with proposal preparation to secure new work
Serve as Highway Discipline Lead on pursuits and opportunities
Represent MJ at industry and professional society events?

Benefits

Competitive base salary with performance-based incentive payment plan/bonus structure.
Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision coverage.
Generous Paid Time Off, including Parental Leave.
Company funded ESOP + 401(k) employer match.
Ongoing technical training and professional development opportunities.

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