Sr. Transportation Project Manager
About The Position
The Transportation Project Manager will be responsible for managing transportation design projects for NCDOT, counties, and municipalities. This role involves directing and/or developing project design documentation, preparing engineering calculations, quantities, and cost estimates, and managing project documentation including schedules, budgets, and scope. The position also requires implementing quality assurance and control procedures, coordinating with project staff and external stakeholders, and performing resource planning to ensure timely and budget-conscious project delivery. Additionally, the role includes business development and marketing activities such as meeting clients, developing design concepts, contributing to proposals, preparing presentations, and fostering client relationships. The Project Manager will also attend industry events to promote the company's transportation practice and manage staff utilization, hiring, supervision, development, and evaluation.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering.
- 8+ years of project management experience on transportation projects.
- Professional Engineer license in North Carolina.
- Business development and marketing experience in North Carolina.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Self-motivated and can work independently but also enjoy working in a team environment.
- Familiarity with the City of Charlotte consultant design processes and procedures, NCDOT Roadway Design Manual (RDM), and other roadway/highway design standards.
- Proficient with OpenRoads Designer and NCDOT Connect.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office software, including Word and Excel.
Nice To Haves
- Experience managing municipal projects is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Management of transportation design projects for NCDOT, counties, and municipalities.
- Direct and/or develop project design documentation, including typical section packages, pavement design reports, design exceptions and variations, and specifications.
- Prepare engineering calculations, quantities, and cost estimates.
- Manage and maintain project documentation, including monitoring project schedules, budgets, and scope.
- Implement quality assurance and quality control procedures.
- Coordinate with project staff, other disciplines, and sub-consultants, and reviewers to ensure accuracy and quality of work.
- Resource planning of team members to deliver projects on time and on budget.
- Marketing and business development, including meeting with clients, developing design concepts, providing content for proposals, and preparing presentations.
- Client development and fostering relationships with existing and new clients.
- Lead and/or assist in preparation of scope of services and fee proposal.
- Attend industry forums and conferences to promote Lochner and our transportation practice.
- Manage utilization of staff in performing tasks efficiently and providing high-quality service.
- Responsible for the hiring, supervision, development, and evaluation of engineering support staff.
Benefits
- Competitive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Paid time off and flexible holiday program
- Flexible work arrangements, including hybrid and remote opportunities where business needs allow
- Life insurance and disability coverage, including maternity leave
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for healthcare and dependent care expenses
- Paid family leave
- Wellness programs supporting physical and mental well-being
- Education assistance, professional development, and continuing learning opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee discount programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
