Senior Project Manager - Greenways

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all aspects of active transportation projects, ensuring successful delivery from concept through construction administration.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, stakeholders, and internal teams, driving alignment on project goals, timelines, and budgets.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships by providing exceptional service, managing client expectations, and ensuring project satisfaction.
• Oversee and mentor project teams, providing guidance, support, and direction.
• Foster a collaborative environment, ensuring clear communication and smooth coordination between design staff, subconsultants, and other project team members.
• Develop, manage, and track project budgets and schedules to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Lead permitting efforts, working with local agencies and municipalities to ensure timely approvals and compliance with applicable regulations.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and resolve any technical or design challenges promptly.
• Ensure the quality of all project deliverables, conducting regular reviews of design documents, construction drawings, reports, and specifications to maintain accuracy and compliance with company standards.
• Manage relationships with external subconsultants, contractors, and vendors to ensure their deliverables meet project requirements and timelines.
• Actively contribute to business development efforts by identifying potential project opportunities, drafting proposals, and participating in client presentations.
• Carry out supervisory responsibilities for staff in accordance with the Firm’s policies and applicable laws (plans, assigns, and directs work; performance appraisals; rewarding of employees; addresses complaints and resolves problems).
• Provide mentorship to junior project managers, engineers, and staff, helping to develop their technical and project management skills.
• Prepare and present project updates to stakeholders, including progress reports, budget status, and risk assessments.
• Maintain accurate project documentation for internal and client reference.

Skills + Experience

• A four-year bachelor’s degree from an accredited program in Civil Engineering or related field required.
• PE registration with the ability to be licensed within multiple states through comity.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in transportation design in the public or private sector.
• Demonstrated corridor modeling expertise in Civil 3D is essential. Experience with Microstation / Open Roads Designer a plus.
• Strong understanding of local, state, and federal regulations related to permitting processes, particularly NACTO and AASHTO standards related to greenway and active transportation design.
• Excellent ability to manage budgets, schedules, and resources. Experience with risk management and problem-solving.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to lead meetings, present information, and interact with clients and stakeholders.
• Ability to lead teams, mentor junior staff, and foster a collaborative work environment.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong client relationships with a focus on delivering high-quality service.