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Bowman Consulting

Senior Project Manager, Transportation Planning - Taunton, MA - Boston, MA or Westfield, MA

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Bowman Consulting
Provides engineering, planning, and consulting services across various infrastructure sectors.
Manage multimodal transportation planning projects, leading teams and client relationships.
9d ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Boston, MA
Office Full-Time
Company Size
500 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Consulting
Architecture
Design
Project Management
Construction Services
Technical Services
Environmental Services
Sector Specialisms
Transportation
Aviation
Bridges
Rail & Transit
Roadways
Ports & Harbors
Water Resources
Renewable Energy
Role
What you would be doing
project management
budgeting
design preparation
client management
proposal development
mentorship
  • Work with clients, staff, agency personnel, and others to successfully complete transportation planning projects.
  • Provide mentorship through counsel, guidance, and knowledge to junior staff as a key component to the development of future Project and Senior Project Managers.
  • Lead regular project staff meetings.
  • Prepare proposals and lead business development activities.
  • Assist with the marketing of the firm’s capabilities to establish new clients and enhance relationships
  • Supervise and monitor client relationship strategies, acting as primary client contact on assigned projects and maintaining client satisfaction.
  • Play an integral role in working with public sector clients and engaging with the public.
  • Perform project development for complex projects, including finalizing scope of projects, preparing project budgets and cost estimates.
  • Prepare and direct preparation of designs, specification, plans, estimates and reports for projects.
  • Coordinate with other internal departments to meet project requirements.
  • Manage all aspects of assigned projects including budgeting, staffing and delegation, scheduling, and client management.
  • Manage the financial performance of projects including budgeting, reviewing job cost sheets, preparing monthly billings, and minimizing/avoiding project write-offs, and assuring collection of client account receivables. Ensure assigned projects stay within budget allocation.
  • Perform work under very limited supervision requiring the need to exercise independent judgement and discretion on a regular or frequent basis.
  • Prepare proposals and manage projects.
  • Provide oversight and direction for one or more specific business processes or functions.
  • Position will include direct supervisory responsibility of staff to include hiring decisions, direction and delegation of work assignments, performance and evaluation, training and development, employee relations and disciplinary issues, compensation, and termination decisions. Supervise the work of all project personnel to ensure that it meets the highest professional standards.
  • Maintain healthy client relationships and ensure client satisfaction and use solid operational insight for driving projects and executing deliverables.
What you bring
10+ years
master's
aicp
gis
autocad
communication
  • Ability to effectively manage multiple time-sensitive tasks.
  • Occasional pushing or pulling up to 20 pounds.
  • Strong sense of urgency in responding to constituents.
  • Self-reliance and ability to operate independently with limited direction.
  • Strong understanding of the regulatory policies of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) project review processes and related federal and state environmental regulations and permitting processes.
  • Basic understanding of financial reports and metrics.
  • Master's Degree in City/Urban/Regional/Community Planning, Urban Design, Architectural Design, Landscape Architecture, or related discipline from an accredited college or university preferred.
  • Ability to work both independently and within a collaborative team environment.
  • Highly motivated and problem-solving attitude with a strong work ethic.
  • Effective working relationship with internal leaders and peers, as well as external clients.
  • Strong marketing/business development skills and mindset.
  • American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) or another applicable professional certification/license preferred.
  • Mobility around a job/construction site to include walking, bending, crawling, climbing, squatting, or kneeling and wearing of required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
  • Ability to lead community engagement programs and public meetings.
  • Minimum ten (10) years of professional experience in transportation or community planning, to include project management experience.
  • Bachelor's degree in Planning, Architecture, Urban Design, Landscape Architecture or related discipline required.
  • Thorough understanding of business and financial principles in a consulting business, as well as public sector planning.
  • Strong data analysis and interpretation skills.
  • Strong communication and presentation skills, including the ability to convey complex information in an easily understood format.
  • High level 360 problem solving skills.
  • Frequent and prolonged use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
  • Valid state driver's license and ability to successfully pass a motor vehicle check or reliable form of transportation to/from the office and/or project site strongly preferred.
  • Solid understanding of the integration of engineering, planning, street design, and bicycle and pedestrian oriented planning.
  • Strong understanding of 3D modeling programs and graphic design software applications in GIS, SketchUp, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, AutoCAD, and/or other digital design tools required.
  • Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization and external partners.
  • Demonstrated interest in multimodal transportation planning and engineering.
  • Understand client objectives and help them reach a successful outcome.
  • Experience working with municipalities, DOT, MPOs/RPOs, County Planning agencies, transit authorities, and transportation funding programs required.
  • Primarily local travel during the business day, although some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be required according to the needs of the business.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Occasional lifting or carrying up to 20 pounds.
  • High degree of discretion and ability to manage highly confidential information.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
  • Occasional reaching outward or above shoulder.
Benefits
  • Discretionary bonuses and other performance-based incentives
  • Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and employee discounts
  • Primarily indoor professional office environment which may include bright/dim light, noise, fumes, odors, and traffic.
  • Occasional outdoor work environment which may include adverse weather conditions, varying temperatures, excessive noise, and/or potential hazards.
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
  • Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
  • Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays
  • Mobility around an office environment.
Training + Development
Information not given or found
Company
Overview
  • Founded with a vision to provide expert consulting and engineering solutions for infrastructure projects.
  • Delivers a wide array of services including civil engineering, environmental, and land development.
  • Works across diverse sectors such as energy, transportation, and residential developments.
  • Specializes in large-scale infrastructure projects, often involving complex regulatory and design challenges.
  • Has a strong history of serving both public and private sector clients, with a focus on sustainable growth.
  • Notable for their ability to adapt and innovate in rapidly evolving industries like renewable energy.
  • Known for their collaborative approach, ensuring that projects are delivered efficiently and with precision.
Culture + Values
  • Growth: We grow and learn by seeking a variety of experiences which lead us to be confident when making tough choices.
  • Growth: We aspire to achieve ambitious goals and realize our potential.
  • Growth: Personal growth takes us beyond our zone of comfort. The rewards of advancing and expanding our horizons far outweigh occasional unease.
  • Growth: We grow holistically using both right and left-brain thinking.
  • Entrepreneurial Spirit: We express entrepreneurial spirit by taking ownership of our career and of our professional growth.
  • Entrepreneurial Spirit: We make our own luck.
  • Entrepreneurial Spirit: We don’t ask 'who is going to let me?', instead we ask, 'who is going to stop me?'
  • Entrepreneurial Spirit: We are committed to preserving our entrepreneurial spirit as we grow ever larger.
  • Relationships: Establishment and nurturing of positive relationships with colleagues promotes Bowman’s Culture of Collaboration.
  • Relationships: We are self-aware and emotionally intelligent in our interactions with others. We are aware and considerate of the emotions of those with whom we interact.
  • Relationships: We form strong and lasting relationships with clients; we delight them by exceeding their expectations.
  • Results Over Process: We balance adherence to process with efficient production of results.
  • Results Over Process: We root out bad processes and promote good processes.
  • Results Over Process: While measured and guided by KPI’s, we don’t blindly base decisions solely on short term results as measured by our KPI’s.
  • Results Over Process: We figure out what to do when there is no play book.
  • Results Over Process: We embrace simplicity and are crisp and concise when communicating.
  • Safety & Well-being: We have zero tolerance for behaviors that jeopardize safety.
  • Safety & Well-being: We speak up if we observe compromising situations.
  • Safety & Well-being: We are committed to a comprehensive approach to well-being; physical health and wellness as well as emotional well-being.
  • Safety & Well-being: We are committed to a work environment that promotes the well-being of our teammates.
  • Safety & Well-being: We value working smart more than we value working hard.
  • Responsible Freedom: Responsible people thrive on freedom and are worthy of freedom.
  • Responsible Freedom: We think and act like leaders irrespective of formal authority.
  • Responsible Freedom: We are self-motivating, self-aware, and self-disciplined.
  • Responsible Freedom: We don't wait to be told what to do; we think and act with the mind of an owner.
  • Responsible Freedom: We delegate and grant appropriate autonomy to those we lead.
Environment + Sustainability
1.2 MW
Solar Energy
Delivered a solar array project for an elementary school that produces 1.2 MW annually, significantly reducing carbon footprint.
865 tons
COâ‚‚ Offset
Engineered a solar project that offsets 865 tons of COâ‚‚ annually, contributing to climate action goals.
2030 Goal
Carbon Neutrality
Committed to achieving carbon net zero by 2030, aligning with global sustainability standards such as the RIBA 2030 Climate Challenge.
13 Areas
Sustainability Focus
Identified 13 key sustainability areas through a comprehensive materiality assessment, ensuring a targeted approach to environmental and social goals.
  • Installed company‑owned EV charging stations at Burlington, VT office, publicly available and supporting fleet use.
  • Conducted ASHRAE level 1–3 audits to guide municipalities through comprehensive building electrification roadmaps.
  • Delivered large‑scale solar, wind, battery storage, and microgrid infrastructure projects to enhance grid stability and reduce emissions.
  • Provided engineering for projects such as an elementary school solar array, contributing to carbon reduction.
Inclusion & Diversity
  • Published inaugural double materiality assessment engaging stakeholders on social impact alongside environmental and financial factors.
  • Reinforces commitment to advancing diversity and inclusion in workforce as part of cultural values.
  • Regular mentorship, collaboration across disciplines and offices fostering career growth and diverse perspectives.
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