Roadway Engineering Senior Project Manager

ESP Associates • Fort Mill, SC

9h

About The Position

ESP Associates is currently seeking an experienced roadway engineer to join our team in either Raleigh (Morrisville), NC, Charlotte (Huntersville), NC, or Fort Mill, SC to serve as our Roadway Engineering Senior Project Manager. This is a great opportunity for a transportation professional to continue to grow their career with a dynamic firm supporting a variety of clients and projects throughout North Carolina. Infusing passion and innovation into every project, the ESP team of companies thrives on helping clients design, improve, repair, and assess the transportation networks so critical to everyday life. From highway interchanges and sidewalk programs to port and mass transit infrastructure, we understand the unique needs of state, municipal, and private transportation projects of all sizes. As a leader, you will contribute to setting the pace for ESP’s transportation growth in North Carolina and beyond! You will have the opportunity to grow our transportation roadway design practice in North Carolina. You will also be involved in development of growth strategies, market penetration, team growth/development, and continuous improvement. We are excited to see how your leadership skills, experience, interests, and established local/regional connections will expand ESP’s presence in North Carolina in new and exciting directions!

Requirements

• 8+ years of progressive experience in roadway design, project leadership and team oversight.
• Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering (BSCE)
• Professional Engineering (PE) license in North Carolina, or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Comprehensive knowledge of roadway design principles, industry standards, regulatory requirements, and project delivery practices.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare and oversee the development of roadway plans, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Advanced proficiency with MicroStation, GeoPak (Road and Drainage), and OpenRoads Designer (ORD).
• Experience providing construction-phase services, including design support, field coordination, and issue resolution.
• Proven ability to manage and evaluate project progression related to scope, project budgets, quality control, client reporting, and subconsultant coordination.
• Ability to collaborate with our marketing team to lead project pursuits, including the development of project proposals (written, presentations, interviews etc.).
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with project teams, clients, regulatory agencies, public officials, and the public.
• Highly organized with strong planning skills and keen attention to detail.
• Must be able to pass a drug screen, background check, and have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the company’s driving (MVR) policy.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with and knowledge of NCDOT standards, specifications, policies, and procedures.
• Positive relationships with potential clients in North Carolina such as NCDOT, counties and municipalities, transit agencies, and airports.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, design, and delivery or roadway construction projects for NCDOT, local governments, and public and private clients.
• Perform, review, and approve engineering analyses and calculations from preliminary design through final plans.
• Direct the development of construction plans, specifications, technical reports, and detailed cost estimates.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize resources, schedules, and quality across all project phases.
• Develop and manage project scopes, budgets, fee proposals, and contract documents.
• Oversee project execution, including schedules, client billing, and profitability, while ensuring adherence to quality standards.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, representing both the firm and clients at project meetings, open houses, and public hearings.
• Support business development efforts through client engagement, project negotiations, and proposal development.
• Mentor and guide engineering staff, fostering professional growth and supporting succession planning.
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with existing and prospective clients to support repeat and new business.
• Ensure compliance with applicable design standards, project specifications, safety requirements, and quality control procedures.
• Participate in professional organizations and industry activities to promote professional development and firm visibility.
• Assist with workforce planning, monthly invoicing, and final review of project deliverables, including reports and plan sets.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with yearly performance reviews and discretionary annual bonuses
• 401(k) (Traditional & Roth plans) with a guaranteed employer match of 100% up to the first 3% and 50% on the next 2% (eligibility after 60 days)
• PTO (Paid Time Off) & 10 Paid Holidays
• Tiered Health, Vision & Dental Insurance Options (eligibility after 30 days)
• Behavioral Medicine through Teladoc
• Short-Term Disability Insurance (Employer paid)
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Education Reimbursement Opportunities
• Flexible and Dependent Benefits Plan
• Referral Bonuses

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees