Senior Project Manager - Highway

RS&H • Plymouth, MI

10h

About The Position

RS&H is seeking a Senior Project Manager to support its Transportation-Infrastructure Practice in Michigan. Based in the Novi/Plymouth area, this role contributes to the company’s Michigan and national transportation expansion and works with regional and nationwide teams of highway and traffic engineers, transportation planners, stormwater and structural engineers, and NEPA specialists.

The Senior Project Manager independently steers roadway engineering technical work and leads project design, production, and quality assurance/quality control. The role builds client relationships, communicates with clients and project teams, and works to exceed client expectations. It also uses project experience and professional connections to identify opportunities, support proposals, select teaming partners, participate in industry events, and network with prospective clients and industry professionals. The position collaborates with multidisciplinary teams across RS&H’s national footprint to deliver transportation infrastructure projects in Michigan and elsewhere.

Requirements

• Michigan professional engineer license, or ability to obtain reciprocity within six months.
• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a similar discipline from an ABET-accredited university.
• 10 or more years of progressive leadership experience managing or serving as a technical lead on transportation projects with a construction value of $20 million or less.
• Knowledge of Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) and Federal Highway Administration policies and procedures.
• Experience with OpenRoads, MicroStation, and/or corridor modeling programs.
• Strong quality focus, organization, attention to detail, and ability to ensure effective quality-control processes.
• Ability to understand client goals, present thoughtful options, advise on challenging decisions, and proactively communicate about challenges.
• Ability to manage project budgets, schedules, deadlines, and interim milestones.
• Collaborative approach and interest in mentoring others.

Responsibilities

• Independently steer technical aspects of roadway engineering.
• Lead project design, production, and quality assurance/quality control.
• Communicate effectively with clients and project teams to meet or exceed client expectations and build lasting relationships.
• Use connections and project experience to identify project opportunities.
• Support proposal development and select teaming partners to pursue work.
• Participate in industry events, promote team achievements, and network with prospective clients and industry professionals.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on transportation projects in Michigan and across RS&H’s national footprint.
• Maintain project budgets and schedules and meet deadlines and interim milestones.
• Mentor others and foster a positive, productive team environment.

What This Job Offers

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