Senior Project Manager - Traffic Engineering

Michael Baker International • Hillsborough Township, NJ

67d • $145,000 - $220,000

About The Position

Michael Baker International is seeking a visionary Senior Project Manager – Traffic Engineering to lead high-impact transportation initiatives across New Jersey and New York. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional ready to shape the future of mobility, safety, and infrastructure through strategic leadership and technical excellence. MBI offers a hybrid/flexible working arrangement with offices in Hamilton, NJ, Newark, NJ and New York City.

Requirements

• 20+ years of progressive experience in traffic and/or roadway design.
• PE license in New Jersey and/or New York (required); PTOE certification (highly preferred).
• Proven experience with NJDOT, NYSDOT, NJTA, and other regional agencies.
• Strong leadership, mentoring, and team-building skills.
• Exceptional communication abilities—written, verbal, and public speaking.
• Demonstrated success in proposal writing, client presentations, and strategic project delivery.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment.
• Passion for innovation, quality, and financial performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead a 30+ person Traffic Engineering and ITS team, coordinating with multidisciplinary staff across regional offices.
• Manage all aspects of traffic and roadway design projects—from concept through execution—ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to quality standards.
• Oversee project teams, assign tasks, review deliverables, and provide technical guidance across highway, arterial, and local roadway projects.
• Monitor scope changes, identify additional service needs, and manage budgets and schedules.
• Mentor staff and foster professional development across engineering and project management disciplines.
• Represent Michael Baker International in professional organizations, public meetings, and client engagements.
• Drive strategic growth in emerging technologies including EV infrastructure, ITS, and connected/autonomous vehicle systems.
• Ensure QA/QC practices across all traffic engineering work in the region.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior