Sr. Highway Project Manager II

Prime AE Group Inc • Arbutus, MD

3d • $175,000 - $180,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

We are currently seeking a Sr. Highway Project Manager II – Design to join our Baltimore, MD office. This role is ideal for an experienced transportation engineer who is passionate about delivering innovative roadway design solutions while leading technical teams and managing complex infrastructure projects. As a Sr. Highway Project Manager II, you will play a key role in the planning, design, and delivery of transportation projects for state, local, and federal agencies, helping improve the safety, mobility, and connectivity of the communities we serve. Working alongside multidisciplinary teams, you will provide technical leadership, mentor engineering staff, and collaborate with clients and stakeholders throughout every phase of project delivery. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to high-impact transportation projects while advancing your career within a nationally recognized architecture and engineering firm.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent from an accredited university.
• Active PE is required and must be obtained within 6 months of hire date.
• 6 + years’ experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience in the roadway industry.
• Bentley training and/or experience with relevant engineering software preferred, and computer literate on Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work on projects independently.
• Preliminary and Final Design Experience MDOT with projects, specifications and guidelines preferred.
• Demonstrated hands-on experience using MicroStation, Inroads, OpenRoads preferred.
• Demonstrated experience with AASHTO Policy's and Guidelines.
• Excellent communication, presentation and organizational skills.
• Ability to handle multiple assignments.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with site development and / or municipal projects (a plus).
• Experience with hydrologic and hydraulic design (a plus).

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and technical delivery of roadway and transportation projects from concept development through final design and construction support.
• Oversee engineering tasks, coordinate multidisciplinary teams, and ensure projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with MDOT, AASHTO, and client standards.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, clients, and regulatory agencies to develop innovative transportation solutions while providing technical guidance and quality assurance throughout the design process.
• Mentor junior staff, support project coordination across multiple disciplines, and contribute to the continued growth and success of PRIME AE's Transportation practice.
• Design various types of roadway, sidewalk, multi-use-path, and safety projects, including urban and rural roadways, interstates, interchanges, traffic management, transportation planning, highway safety, site planning, preparation of concept alignments, geometric layout, MOT, Drainage and ADA compliance projects.
• Work with the design team comprised of Project Managers, Senior Engineers, EIT’s and other technical staff to develop engineered solutions for various clients.
• Work on design for a variety of roadway projects including interchanges, intersection improvements, roadway widening/capacity improvements, ADA, and pedestrian safety upgrades.
• Utilize CAD design software such as ORD for design and plan production.
• Perform field visits for ongoing design projects.
• Assign design tasks to less experienced designers and QA/QC their work.
• Provide in-house coordination and expertise for public projects involving roadways.
• Interface with other departments within the region to ensure efficient and organized operations of the projects.
• Interact with Federal, State and Local agencies.

Benefits

• Career Growth: Flexible career paths across disciplines, from technical expertise to project and people leadership.
• People-First Culture: We value trust, integrity, and collaboration, and we mean it.
• Meaningful Work: Projects that strengthen communities, infrastructure, and public spaces.
• Growth with Purpose: Strategic expansion backed by strong leadership and investment.
• National Reach, Local Feel: Big-firm resources with the agility and relationships of local offices.

What This Job Offers

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