Senior Transportation Project Manager

About the role

Weston & Sampson is seeking an experienced Senior Transportation Project Manager to lead roadway, bridge, and infrastructure projects across the Southeast. This position will play a key role in managing the development and delivery of DOT and local government transportation projects, including roadway widening, intersection improvements, corridor studies, and multimodal enhancements.

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

• Curious, driven professionals who want to contribute to innovative, impactful projects and grow with a team that supports them.

Skills

• Understanding of DOT Design Manuals, AASHTO standards, MUTCD, and project delivery processes.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary design teams and managing subconsultants.

Benefits

• Work alongside more than 1,000 employee-owners who are passionate about improving our communities.
• Direct impact on quality of life through innovative, impactful projects.
• Growth opportunities through mentorship, diverse projects, and clear advancement pathways.
• A flexible workplace that supports your life and not the other way around.
• A strong culture of collaboration, inclusion, and recognition.

Pay

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

Schedule

N/A