Roadway Design Engineer - Project Manager

LJB•Independence, OH

1d•$95,000 - $185,000•Onsite

About The Position

LJB Inc. is seeking an experienced Roadway Design Engineer – Project Manager to support and grow its Transportation Practice in the Cleveland, Ohio office. The role manages individual projects and a portfolio of projects, including their scope, fees, and profitability, while serving as the client contact and supporting new sales. The project manager coordinates LJB transportation disciplines, sub-consultants, and clients, and applies project management practices across the project lifecycle. On larger projects, the project manager may or may not participate directly in design. The role also supports the Deputy Operations Manager with project management best practices, staffing information, employee performance feedback, and informal employee development. The position contributes to roadway and transportation infrastructure projects intended to improve safety, connectivity, and community quality of life. Annual compensation is $95,000–$185,000, based on experience, certifications, and regional market standards.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering.
Professional Engineer (P.E.) license required; Ohio P.E. is preferred. Candidates are expected to obtain an Ohio P.E. within the first year of hire if they do not already have one.
At least 10 years of experience in consulting or engineering.
Experience working on Department of Transportation (DOT) design projects.
Client relationship management and business development support skills.
Leadership, mentorship, and cross-functional team collaboration skills.
Excellent communication and time management skills.

Nice To Haves

Five years of project management experience.
Experience with multiple DOTs.
Experience with Deltek Vantagepoint or similar CRM and project management software.
Experience with MicroStation, OpenRoads, AutoCAD, and Civil 3D.

Responsibilities

Manage the scope, fees, and profitability of individual projects and a portfolio of projects.
Serve as the point person and firm contact for clients while functioning as project manager.
Assist with new sales to clients whose projects the employee manages.
Guide and coordinate internal LJB transportation disciplines, sub-consultants, and clients.
Understand the roles and project needs of other transportation disciplines.
Manage the nine PMI knowledge areas associated with each phase of assigned projects: integration, scope, time, cost, quality, human resources, communications, risk, and procurement.
Assist the Deputy Operations Manager in maintaining project management best practices.
On larger projects, participate in design as needed; direct design involvement may vary.
Inform the Deputy Operations Manager about employee performance on particular projects.
Provide the Deputy Operations Manager with information about future projects to support staffing management.
Assist with the informal development of other employees.