Senior Project Manager - Highway

RS&H Talent Acquisition • Plymouth, MI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

RS&H is seeking a Senior Project Manager to support its Transportation-Infrastructure Practice in the Plymouth/Novi, Michigan area. The role is part of the company’s expansion in the Novi market and offers the opportunity to contribute to Michigan and national transportation projects within a 100% employee-owned firm. The successful candidate will lead roadway engineering and project delivery, work with multidisciplinary teams, and help develop client relationships and new business opportunities.

The Senior Project Manager will independently steer technical aspects of roadway engineering and lead project design, production, and quality assurance/quality control. The role includes communicating with clients and project teams, understanding client goals, advising on decisions, and proactively addressing challenges. The candidate will also use 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 regional and nationwide teams, including highway and traffic engineers, transportation planners, stormwater and structural engineers, and NEPA specialists. RS&H describes its work as planning, environmental, and engineering design for transportation agencies and local governments, including toll lanes, corridor plans, interchanges, roadways, and bridges.

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+ years of progressive leadership experience managing or serving as a technical lead on transportation projects with construction values of $20 million or less.
• Knowledge of MDOT and Federal Highway Administration policies and procedures.
• Experience with OpenRoads, MicroStation, and/or Corridor Modeling programs.
• Strong organization, attention to detail, and commitment to effective quality control.
• Ability to build client relationships, understand client goals, provide thoughtful options, and communicate proactively.
• Ability to manage budgets, schedules, deadlines, and interim milestones.
• Collaborative approach and interest in mentoring others.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical aspects of roadway engineering and project design, production, and quality assurance/quality control.
• Communicate effectively with clients and project teams to understand goals, exceed expectations, and support repeat business.
• Advise clients on options and challenging decisions, and proactively communicate to address issues before they arise.
• Maintain project budgets and schedules, meet deadlines and interim milestones, and keep projects on track.
• Identify project opportunities using professional connections and project experience.
• Support proposal development and help select teaming partners to win work.
• Participate in industry events, promote team achievements, and network with prospective clients and industry professionals.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary regional and national teams and share knowledge and insights.
• Mentor others and foster a positive, productive team environment.

What This Job Offers

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