Senior Project Manager, Transportation

Description

• Scope Management: Recognize scope changes, assist in negotiating contract modifications, and ensure client expectations are met.
• Collaborative Teamwork: Work closely with engineers, technicians, and administrative staff to ensure successful project execution.
• Roadway Design: Oversee the design and preparation of roadway plans for highway and local road projects.
• Project Leadership: Manage the day-to-day activities of transportation projects, including staff coordination, budget oversight, and schedule management.
• Project Coordination: Prepare project schedules, estimate manpower needs, and manage proposals, scope-of-work, and fees.
• Quality Assurance: Lead quality review processes and perform internal technical reviews to ensure plans meet the highest standards.
• Client Relations: Participate in client presentations, demonstrating technical expertise and building strong, lasting relationships with clients.
• Mentorship: Provide feedback, guidance, and mentorship to junior engineers, fostering a culture of learning and development.

Requirements

Are you ready to take your career to the next level and make a meaningful impact in the transportation industry? ms consultants is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to join our growing team in the Northeastern Ohio Transportation Group. If you're passionate about leading complex transportation projects and working in a collaborative, innovative environment, this is your chance to make a real difference.

• Technical Proficiency: Knowledge of ODOT and FHWA standards, and experience with MicroStation, GeoPAK, and Open Roads.
• Experience: Proven experience in the design and preparation of plans for both interstate and local road/street projects.
• Mentorship and Leadership: Experience in a mentorship or supervisory role, with a passion for developing junior staff.
• Licensing: Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Ohio or the ability to obtain one within six months of hire.
• Project Management Expertise: Demonstrated experience managing transportation projects, including budgets, schedules, and teams.
• Independence and Teamwork: Ability to work independently while also thriving in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
• Strong Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with internal teams and communicate effectively with clients.
• BS in Engineering from an ABET accredited College or University

Benefits

As a member of the ms team, we consider your needs as a professional and as an individual outside of work. We offer a career path which provides opportunities for advancement at any level of your career and costs for licensure, certifications, and further education. To support yourself and your family, we offer a robust benefits package with options for health coverage, in addition to life insurance, disability, long-term care, and more. Our comprehensive 401(k) plan with company matching contributions sets you up for the future, from hire to retire. Wherever you are in your personal and professional journey, ms has you covered.

We know work-life balance is important and offer paid time off and flexible work schedules for when you need it, in addition to company paid holidays. Our focus on work-life balance also includes a hybrid work option, giving you the flexibility to work in the office and at home. As a family-owned company, we treat our talented teams as more than just numbers. We’re committed to building thriving communities, smarter cities, and a brighter future — and we want you to be a part of it.

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