Senior Transportation Project Manager

About the role

The Senior Transportation Project Manager will lead roadway, bridge, and infrastructure projects across the Southeast, working closely with DOT and local government clients.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver transportation design projects in accordance with SCDOT and FHWA standards.
• Oversee the development of preliminary roadway plans, right-of-way plans, and final construction plans.
• Cook up project activities including surveying, traffic engineering, hydraulics, utilities, and environmental compliance.
• Lead project scheduling, budgeting, and progress reporting to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.
• Serve as primary client liaison for DOT’s, counties, municipalities, and partner agencies.
• Supervise and mentor engineering staff, providing technical guidance and professional development.
• Review and approve plans, specifications, cost estimates, and QA/QC documentation.
• Participate in proposal preparation, contract negotiation, and business development efforts.
• Support construction-phase services, including RFIs, shop drawing reviews, and field coordination.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field (Master’s preferred).
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in South Carolina, North Carolina, Georgia, or Florida (or ability to obtain within 6 months).
• Minimum 10+ years of experience in roadway, bridge and transportation project design and management.
• Proven track record managing DOT county and/or municipal roadway design projects from concept through PS&E.
• Strong understanding of DOT Design Manuals, AASHTO standards, MUTCD, and project delivery processes.
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary design teams and managing subconsultants.

Qualifications

• Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project management software.

Skills

• Project Management
• Transportation Planning
• Engineering
• Client Relations
• Team Leadership

Benefits

At Weston & Sampson, you'll enjoy:

• A supportive, inclusive culture that values diversity and inclusion.
• Ownership mindset as an employee-owner, where your contributions directly impact the company's success.
• Growth opportunities through mentorship, diverse projects, and clear advancement pathways.
• A flexible workplace that supports your life and career goals.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package, including a pay range of $115,890 - $183,110 based on experience.

Pay

$115,890 - $183,110 depending on experience

Schedule

Full-time

Benefits

Health insurance, retirement plan, paid time off, professional development opportunities, and more.

Company Overview

At Weston & Sampson, you'll work alongside more than 1,000 employee-owners who are passionate about improving our communities. From providing clean water to designing resilient infrastructure and sustainable environments, our work has a direct impact on quality of life. We're looking for curious, driven professionals who want to contribute to innovative, impactful projects and grow with a team that supports them.

How to Apply

To explore opportunities and apply, visit: https://www.westonandsampson.com/careers

Note to third-party recruiters: Weston & Sampson manages all recruiting directly. We do not accept unsolicited resumes without a signed agreement in place. Any unsolicited submissions will be considered property of Weston & Sampson, and we are not responsible for associated fees.