Senior Project Manager/Engineer - Transportation

About the role

Buchart Horn is seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Project Manager / Civil Engineer to lead complex transportation and infrastructure projects. In this leadership role, you'll oversee technical design, project delivery, and client engagement while guiding a team of engineers and designers. This is an opportunity to drive impactful work that improves communities across the region.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the full project lifecycle—from early planning through final design and construction support.
• Lead multi-disciplinary teams and coordinate technical efforts across project phases.
• Develop work plans and monitor project progress to ensure alignment with client expectations and contractual obligations.
• Conduct and oversee QA/QC reviews, ensuring conformance with standards, codes, and specifications.
• Guide internal staff and provide technical mentoring to junior engineers and designers.
• Conduct field reviews and resolve complex construction or coordination challenges.
• Lead proposal development, participate in Go/No-Go decisions, and support pursuit strategies with the Business Development team.
• Maintain strong relationships with existing clients and develop new contacts to expand business opportunities.
• Represent Buchart Horn at professional events, client meetings, and industry conferences.
• Stay current on DOT regulations, design technologies, and civil engineering best practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE).
• Project management experience with LADOT projects strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with LADOT public outreach and environmental processes a plus.
• Strong technical expertise in transportation design and infrastructure development.
• Proficiency with civil design tools; MicroStation experience preferred.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Able to manage multiple priorities, mentor staff, and work collaboratively across teams.