Senior Traffic Project Manager

Volkert Inc • Bossier City, LA

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About The Position

Volkert is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead complex traffic engineering and transportation planning projects in Louisiana. In this role, you’ll drive impactful infrastructure solutions, mentor high-performing teams, and build lasting client relationships across DOT and municipal programs.

We’re looking for a seasoned leader who thrives on delivering quality work, growing client partnerships, and influencing the future of transportation systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited program
• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• 15–20+ years of experience in traffic engineering and/or transportation planning
• Proven experience managing complex projects, teams, and client relationships
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Proficiency with Synchro, VISSIM, SIDRA, HCS, and OpenRoads Designer
• Strong knowledge of traffic engineering and transportation planning principles and practices
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening to ensure a safe and productive work environment. Volkert adheres to federal guidelines, which may include testing for substances such as marijuana. Please note that federal regulations may differ from state-specific guidelines
• Valid driver’s license and a satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR)

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with state Departments of Transportation (DOTs)
• PTOE, PTP, and/or RSP certifications
• Experience supporting business development, including proposals and client engagement

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of traffic engineering and transportation planning projects, including traffic operations analysis, signal design and timing, corridor studies, safety evaluations, and long-range planning
• Serve as the primary client point of contact, building and maintaining strong relationships with DOTs, municipalities, and key stakeholders
• Develop and manage project scopes, schedules, budgets, and staffing plans to ensure successful project delivery
• Guide and mentor project teams, fostering collaboration, accountability, and technical excellence
• Oversee project financial performance, including forecasting, billing, and accounts receivable
• Ensure quality assurance and control processes are followed and documented
• Support business development efforts, including proposal development and client engagement
• Collaborate with regional leadership to support strategic growth initiatives

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Medical, Dental, & Vision
• 401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matching
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
• Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance
• Employer-Paid short-term disability and long-term disability
• Wellness incentives
• Student Debt Retirement Match
• Additional voluntary benefits

What This Job Offers

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