Project Manager - Traffic Engineering

About the role

Benesch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm. We enhance infrastructure and communities across the country – creating spaces and providing connections in ways that make a difference.

Responsibilities

• Lead traffic and roadway projects, owning scope, schedule, and budget
• Develop and execute project work plans from kickoff through delivery
• Manage and mentor project teams, supporting growth and development of junior staff
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, including local and state agencies such as ConnDOT and MassDOT
• Cookordination across disciplines to deliver high quality, compliant designs
• Support business development efforts, including identifying opportunities and contributing to pursuits
• Represent Benesch at industry events and help strengthen our presence in the market

Requirements

• B.S. Degree in Civil Engineering or related field
• Professional Engineer (PE) license (CT or MA preferred, or ability to obtain within one year)
• 8+ years of progressive experience in traffic and roadway design
• Strong experience with DOT standards (ConnDOT, MassDOT, or similar) and public agency coordination
• Proven ability to manage projects, budgets, and schedules successfully
• Proficiency with CADD and experience delivering complete, review-ready plan sets
• Strong communication and client relationship skills
• Ability to work independently, lead teams, and drive projects forward

Qualifications

• Experience with traffic and roadway design
• Experience with DOT standards and public agency coordination
• Strong project management and leadership skills
• Proficiency with CADD software
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills

Skills

• Leadership
• Project Management
• Client Relationship Building
• Technical Proficiency (CADD)

Benefits

• Up to 9% retirement contribution for benefit-eligible employees
• Flexible scheduling
• Generous paid time off
• Paid parental leave
• Mentorship and hands-on experience

Pay

The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in accordance with the State of Connecticut Pay Transparency Laws. See below links.

• State Of CT Disclosure of Salary Ranges on Public and Internal Job Postings
• State Of Connecticut Disclosure of Salary Range for A Vacant Position
• Connecticut Pay Transparency Law

Schedule

This position is based in Glastonbury, CT, with the option to sit in Boston, MA, and follows a hybrid schedule with regular in-office collaboration alongside your team and leadership.