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Senior Project Manager - Transportation (Georgia Based)

Pond & Company · Atlanta, GA · 3 wk ago
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Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager with deep expertise in Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) project delivery to join our growing transportation practice.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage multiple concurrent GDOT and local projects from Concept through Final, construction advertisement, and post-design support, maintaining accountability for scope, schedule, budget, and quality.

  • Lead and facilitate key project milestones including Concept Reports, Preliminary Field Plan Reviews (PFPR), Field Plan Reviews (FPR), and Final PS&E submissions.

  • Develop and maintain detailed project schedules and budgets using GDOT’s project management frameworks; proactively identify and resolve risks to delivery.

  • Cook up and maintain open lines of communication with GDOT District and Central Office staff, FHWA, and local sponsors throughout all project phases.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a closely related field.

  • Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in transportation/roadway project management, with at least 5 years managing GDOT-funded projects.

  • Demonstrated experience managing projects through the full GDOT Plan Development Process (PDP), including Concept, Preliminary Design, and Final Design phases.

  • Thorough knowledge of GDOT Design Policy Manual, GDOT Standard Specifications, and AASHTO design standards.

  • Experience with GDOT’s project management and scheduling systems, including familiarity with GDOT’s Preconstruction process.

  • Proficiency managing federal-aid funded projects, including NEPA documentation requirements, ROW acquisition procedures, and utility coordination.

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills with demonstrated ability to manage client relationships at the GDOT District and Central Office level.

  • Established professional relationships with GDOT District offices and/or Central Office divisions.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Professional Engineer (PE) license, registered in the State of Georgia (or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire).

  • Direct experience managing Local Administered Projects (LAP) for cities, counties, or MPOs in Georgia, including SPLOST/TSPLOST-funded programs.

  • Familiarity with GDOT’s LAP Manual, certification requirements, and federal-aid procurement procedures.

  • Experience with GDOT bridge or structures projects, traffic engineering, or drainage/hydraulics deliverables.

  • Working knowledge of MicroStation, OpenRoads Designer, or AutoCAD Civil 3D; experience with GDOT CADD standards is a plus.

  • Experience with GDOT on-call or IDIQ contract vehicles and multi-project program management.

Skills & Competencies

  • GDOT PDP mastery (Concept through Final)

  • Federal-aid compliance & NEPA coordination

  • ROW & utility relocation management

  • Scope, schedule & budget control

  • Local agency (LAP) program delivery

  • QA/QC of roadway design deliverables

  • Stakeholder & public involvement facilitation

  • Proposal writing & interview presentation

  • Team leadership & subconsultant coordination

  • Risk identification & mitigation planning

  • Technical writing & client reporting

  • MS Project, ProjectWise, or equivalent tools

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary commensurate with experience, with a clear path to Principal/Associate Principal level.

  • Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with employer match, and paid time off.

  • Hybrid work arrangement with flexibility to support GDOT project needs across Georgia.

  • A collaborative culture with strong leadership investment in professional growth, continuing education, and licensure support.

  • Active pipeline of GDOT and local agency projects across metro Atlanta, Northeast Georgia, and statewide programs.

About Pond

Pond is an award-winning, full-service architecture, engineering, planning, construction management, and environmental services firm providing professional solutions to clients throughout the U.S. and globally for nearly 60 years.

Additional Information

  • Many factors are considered when determining compensation at Pond, including scope and level of position, geographic location, candidate skill, knowledge and experience.

  • Starting base pay may vary depending on these factors.

  • Please see the hiring range associated with this posting for more information.

  • Additional cash incentives may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a range of medical, financial and/or other benefits dependent on position offered.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer that recognizes the value of diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Employment decisions at Pond are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

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