Transportation Project Manager

Environmental Design Group • Akron, OH

13d • $100,000 - $125,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Environmental Design Group is seeking a qualified Project Manager to plan and manage projects. Projects may include trails, roadways, sidewalks, green and complete streets, and active transportation projects for ODOT, LPA, and Non-LPA clients throughout the state of Ohio. Additional projects may include community planning, active and passive park work including greenways, waterfront, etc. This position will provide technical and client management project leadership.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Landscape Architecture, Planning, or a related field
• 8+ years of experience
• Experience in trail and/or multi-modal transportation, or the motivation to learn this specialty, is required
• Understanding of plan production, task management, schedule, and budget management
• Willingness to train, mentor, and lead individuals within the department
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, CAD, and other industry-based software

Nice To Haves

• PLA/RLA, AICP, PE, or other relevant certifications are preferred

Responsibilities

• Supervise, mentor, and develop associates while providing direction on project tasks, budgets, schedules, and deliverables.
• Manage assigned projects, including scheduling, budgets, team and subconsultant coordination, quality requirements, and client satisfaction.
• Monitor project budgets, report variances to leadership, and implement corrective action plans as needed.
• Maintain regular communication with clients, project teams, regulatory agencies, and external stakeholders.
• Prepare proposals, contracts, project scopes, budgets, and deliverables based on client needs and project requirements.
• Identify and mitigate project risks throughout the project lifecycle.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, identify future opportunities and client needs, and support business development through networking and industry events.
• Deliver presentations to clients, stakeholders, and regulatory agencies as needed.
• Support a positive team environment, ensure compliance with company procedures and QA/QC standards, and recommend process improvements.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, accident, and critical illness insurance.
• Wellness programs
• Educational reimbursement
• Flexible in-office, hybrid, or remote work options
• Paid time off
• Holidays
• 401(k)
• Bonus opportunities
• Community engagement
• Volunteer initiatives
• Career development programs

What This Job Offers

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