Sr. Traffic Project Manager I

Prime AE Group Inc • Arbutus, MD

7h • Hybrid

About The Position

We Make Everything Around Us Better

At PRIME AE, that’s not a slogan, it’s how we work.

Every bridge, building, campus, park, and roadway we design exists to improve how people live, move, learn, and connect. Through architecture, engineering, planning, and consulting, we partner with clients to create thoughtful, practical solutions that leave communities stronger than we found them.

If you want your work to matter, and to be surrounded by smart, collaborative people who care about doing things the right way, you’ll feel at home here.

Who We Are:

PRIME AE Group, Inc. (www.primeeng.com [http://www.primeeng.com]) is a nationally ranked, full-service architecture and engineering firm driven by collaboration, innovation, and a commitment to strengthening the communities we serve. With a growing footprint of offices across the country and a diverse team of more than 550 professionals, we partner with public and private sector clients to deliver thoughtful, high-impact solutions across transportation, education, healthcare, municipal, federal, commercial, and recreational markets.

Our culture blends entrepreneurial energy with the resources of a scaled, multidisciplinary platform—giving our people the opportunity to shape meaningful projects while influencing the future direction of the firm. As PRIME AE continues to expand its capabilities, geographic reach, and leadership bench, this is an exciting time to join a team that is building momentum, investing in growth, and empowering leaders to make a lasting impact.

The Opportunity:

We are seeking an accomplished Sr. Traffic Project Manager to join our Baltimore office and lead high-impact traffic engineering projects across Maryland.

In this role, you will take ownership of project delivery while helping grow PRIME AE’s traffic engineering practice in the region. You will lead multidisciplinary teams, manage client relationships, and deliver innovative traffic and transportation solutions that improve mobility and safety.

This is an excellent opportunity for a licensed Maryland PE with deep experience in MDOT SHA projects who is ready to combine technical leadership, project management, and client engagement in a highly visible role.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering (BSCE required; MSCE preferred).
• Active Maryland Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in traffic engineering and project management.
• Strong experience with MDOT SHA projects, including preliminary and final design.
• Demonstrated experience in traffic analysis, design, and project delivery.
• Experience supporting construction phase services and reviewing shop drawings.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deliver high-quality results.

Nice To Haves

• PTOE preferred.
• Experience with client engagement and business development is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage traffic engineering projects from concept through final design and construction support.
• Oversee and coordinate the work of design engineers and technical staff.
• Develop scope, schedule, and fee proposals for traffic and transportation projects.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, and financial performance.
• Perform and oversee traffic analysis and design, including traffic studies, signal design, signing and pavement marking, MOT, and safety improvements.
• Ensure compliance with MDOT SHA standards, specifications, and guidelines.
• Coordinate with subconsultants and multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated project solutions.
• Provide quality control for project deliverables including plans, specifications, and reports.
• Mentor and develop junior staff and support team growth.
• Serve as a primary client contact, leading meetings, presentations, and ongoing communication.
• Support business development efforts, including proposal preparation and client engagement.
• Participate in industry organizations and represent PRIME AE in the Maryland transportation market.

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: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees