Transportation Engineering Project Manager

French & Parrello•Wall Township, NJ

16h•Onsite

About The Position

French & Parrello Associates (FPA) is seeking a Transportation Engineering Project Manager for their Bridge Department in their Wall, NJ office. This role involves managing transportation projects, including bridge rehabilitation and replacement, from initial concept through final design and construction support. The Project Manager will lead multidisciplinary teams, serve as the primary client contact, oversee the development of project documentation, and ensure compliance with design standards. They will also manage project schedules, budgets, and quality, provide technical guidance, and support business development initiatives. Site visits and structural assessments may also be required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering required (Structural or Transportation focus preferred)
Professional Engineer (PE) license required (NJ Preferred)
8+ years of experience in transportation and/or bridge design projects
Familiarity with AASHTO and NJDOT bridge design standards
Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
Proven ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and client relationships simultaneously.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree preferred
Proficiency with structural design software (e.g., LEAP Bridge, LARSA, MIDAS, CSiBridge, STAAD, or similar) preferred.
Experience with proposal development and client outreach preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage transportation projects that include bridge rehabilitation and replacement components from concept development through final design and construction support
Lead multidisciplinary teams including roadway, bridge, traffic, geotechnical, and environmental staff
Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, maintaining strong working relationships and ensuring client satisfaction.
Oversee development of plans, specifications, estimates, and supporting technical documentation
Coordinate with transportation, bridge, geotechnical, roadway, and hydraulic engineers to develop integrated project solutions. Support or delegate structural design tasks depending on experience and team structure
Review and ensure compliance with AASHTO, DOT, and local agency design standards and guidelines.
Manage project schedules, budgets, and quality assurance processes.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and designers.
Support proposal development, client presentations, and business development initiatives.
Conduct site visits, inspections, and structural assessments as needed.