Project Manager Transportation

Responsibilities

• Lead, oversee, and/or perform construction layout staking and survey layout services for roadway and highway projects
• Provide field leadership and oversight throughout construction phases to support successful project delivery
• Track project budgets, review invoices, and monitor project performance metrics
• Ensure delivery on project commitments, conduct quality reviews, and support project closeout processes
• Provide constructability feedback and guidance to project design teams
• Utilize survey equipment and field-sing equipment for layout, data collection, and construction services
• Oversee field activities and ensure compliance with plans, specifications, and Iowa DOT standards
• Support QA/QC processes and prepare project management documentation including QA/QC Plans and Project Management Plans
• Communicate with internal and external clients in support of existing and future roadway projects
• Regularly interact professionally with the public regarding project-related issues
• Cook up project communication through meetings, emails, reports, and other documentation with all stakeholders
• Support marketing and business development efforts in partnership with Team Leaders and Client Service Managers
• Provide oversight, mentoring, and guidance to less experienced field staff
• Foster collaboration and effective communication across project teams
• Support continuous improvement and knowledge sharing within the team environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field preferred
• 6+ years of relevant experience with Iowa DOT construction-related services
• Experience using survey equipment for data collection and layout staking required
• Licensure: Professional Engineer (PE) license in Iowa required or the ability to get licensed within 6 months of employment

Skills

• Strong understanding of roadway construction practices and Iowa DOT standards
• Experience with survey equipment and field-sing tools
• Strong initiative and ability to successfully manage projects independently
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and mentoring skills
• Proven ability to manage stakeholder relationships and crucial conversations professionally
• Able to excel in both independent and team-based environments
• Strong organizational and project management capabilities

Why MSA

• 100% employee-owned firm with 100+ years of community impact
• Collaborative culture with in-house experts for all disciplines across the firm
• Flexible work-life integration
• Ongoing learning and professional growth opportunities for all positions
• Commitment to fostering a work environment where employees have a strong sense of inclusion and belonging
• Included on the "ENR Top 500 Design Firms" for over 27 straight years

Additional Benefits

• Compensation Range: $79,000 –$126,500 annually plus overtime pay eligible (commensurate with experience)
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – As a 100% employee-owned company, eligible employees receive company shares at no cost
• Flex Time: All hours over 40 are paid out a straight rate. Get paid for the work that you do!
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Generous employer match that is immediately 100% vested
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance for employees and eligible dependents
• Paid Time Off – Minimum of 17 days in the first year
• Paid Holidays – 8 holidays annually
• Paid Parental Leave – regardless of birth parent
• Employer-Paid Insurance – Life, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
• Short-Term Incentive Program (STIP) – Annual performance-based bonus opportunity