Senior Transportation Project Manager

Woolpert • Saint Petersburg, FL

14h • $165,000 - $206,200 • Hybrid

About The Position

Woolpert is hiring a Senior Project Manager to join our growing Transportation Practice in Florida (offices in Coral Gables, Orlando, Pensacola, St. Petersburg, Ft. Lauderdale). Project Manager will primarily lead the execution of projects from proposal through detailed design (seller doer role). Ideal candidates will be self-motivated with a strong technical background to guide staff through projects. The Project Manager may also serve as a subject matter expert in support of other projects across the country and around the world. There is potential for upward mobility within our rapidly growing Transportation Practice. We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants must already possess work authorization in the country the job is located.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• Active PE License in Florida.
• Ability and willingness to obtain PE licensure in other states through comity.
• 15 or more years of experience in transportation engineering.
• Must be able to travel 5-10% to client sites.
• Familiarity with FDOT Design Manual (FDM) – Development & Processes and Design Criteria
• Experience following FDOT Project Management Guide (PMG) for project delivery
• Working knowledge of FDOT Standard Specifications and Standard Plans
• Understanding of FDOT Traffic Engineering Manual (TEM) and Florida Greenbook (as applicable)
• Experience coordinating FDOT project components including PD&E, utilities, drainage, traffic, and right-of-way
• Strong leadership, organization, and communication skills.
• Understanding of the financial management of engineering projects (profit and loss management).
• Ability to work independently as well as in a collaborative team environment; offer constructive feedback and direction to support goals.
• Interest in unique challenges requiring creative solutions

Nice To Haves

• FDOT prequalification (or experience supporting prequalified projects) and Florida PE licensure preferred
• OpenRoads / MicroStation; FDOTConnect familiarity; Understanding of Bentley-based workflows across disciplines; AASHTOWare; Synchro/Vissim; ArcGIS; Bluebeam; Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Teams)

Responsibilities

• Lead project teams through the development of preliminary engineering, detailed design, and quantification of transportation projects.
• Ensure deliverables and quality standards are met in accordance with the agreed scope, schedule, and budget.
• Manage and support internal and client cross-functional teams.
• Leverage existing relationships and new client and consultant relationships in the pursuit of new work.
• Actively participate in professional societies, organizations, and conferences by serving on boards, presenting at luncheons or conferences.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Freedom to Work program: Set your own schedule and location (as appropriate).
• Principal program: Earn the opportunity to become an owner of the firm.
• Flexible paid time off/vacation: Take time off when it makes sense for you and your team.
• Career development: Explore a wide range of learning and growth opportunities within and across industries.
• Health, life, vision, and dental insurance: Cover all your medical bases.
• Paid sick time, retirement plan, fitness reimbursement, pet insurance, identity protection, technology stipend, employee assistance program, and more!

What This Job Offers

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