Transportation Project Manager 2

Tighe & Bond•City of Troy, NY

1d•$126,940 - $166,609•Hybrid

About The Position

We are committed to making a meaningful impact through our work. As a Project Manager 2, you will join our Transportation team in either our Troy or Rhinebeck, NY office, where you’ll play a key role in delivering vital infrastructure projects across the Northeast. Working with industry experts, you’ll tackle complex challenges that strengthen community resilience and advance environmental sustainability. At Tighe & Bond, you’ll find an engaging, hybrid work environment, a culture of collaboration, and the resources to support your professional growth and development. Our transportation team is more than just a group of engineers—we’re problem solvers, innovators, and creators of safe, efficient infrastructure. With nearly 50 professionals, we work on projects that shape the future of transportation across the Northeast, collaborating with state DOTs, municipalities, and private clients to make travel safer and more accessible. Whether it’s designing roads, bridges, or multimodal systems, we ensure our designs are sustainable, cost-effective, and forward-thinking.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field
Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) – required
13+ years of progressively responsible experience in transportation engineering, with emphasis on roadway/highway design
Demonstrated success in project management, including team coordination, budget management, and client communication
Proficiency in design software such as MicroStation, OpenRoads Designer, AutoCAD Civil 3D
Strong working knowledge of DOT standards, environmental permitting, and transportation funding mechanisms
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or Transportation Engineering
Prior experience managing projects for state DOTs, MPOs, or large municipal clients
Experience with design-build projects or municipal roadways
Active participation in professional organizations (ASCE, ITE, APWA, etc.)

Responsibilities

Leading roadway design projects from planning through execution, including new construction, rehabilitation, and corridor improvements
Serving as the primary client liaison, building strong relationships, and meeting or exceeding client expectations
Managing project budgets, scopes, schedules, and resources to deliver projects on time and within budget
Guiding engineers and designers on roadway geometry, grading, drainage, and traffic-related elements
Preparing and reviewing engineering reports, design calculations, PS&E packages, and permit applications
Applying AASHTO, MUTCD, FHWA, and local and state DOT standards to project work
Coordinating with municipalities, state agencies, utilities, and other internal and external stakeholders
Mentoring junior staff and supporting their technical and professional growth
Supporting business development through proposal writing, interviews, and client presentations