Transportation Project Manager

About the role

TERRA Engineering, Ltd. is seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will manage projects ranging from small to large, including traffic-related projects. They will oversee the day-to-day activities of the team, coordinate with internal and external project teams, and ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet all quality control/quality assurance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Participate in proposal development and interviews for a range of project sizes and types
• Engage in business development efforts through understanding the local client market and participating in professional organizations
• Affirmatively review agreements
• Identify project team and staffing requirements consistent with contractual obligations
• Initiate projects with the accounting department and participate in monthly invoicing of projects and tracking accounts' receivables
• Lead kick-off meetings to convey scope, tasks, and budgets to team members
• Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to develop a project schedule aligned with client's project delivery goals
• Manage day-to-day activities for projects of varying complexity and coordinate with internal and external multidisciplinary team members
• Manage project communication and deliverables to ensure the quality of documentation and professionalism
• Delegate tasks and lead the team in developing design criteria, performing analyses, and preparing design documents on a wide range of project types and sizes
• Conduct Quality Control/Quality Assurance reviews of work completed on assigned projects, including traffic signal plans and traffic studies
• Prepare and conduct client and stakeholder presentations with support from senior management
• Maintain effective working relationships with team members and clients; mentor and support less experienced team members
• Ensure compliance with all TERRA standards and guidelines
• May participate in recruiting activities

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in applicable discipline
• 8+ years of applicable engineering experience
• Project management experience preferred
• Professional Licensure preferred
• Professional Traffic Operations Engineer (PTOE) Certification strongly preferred

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to successfully engage with professionals in a multi-disciplinary environment and communicate with clients and build relationships and trust
• Strong ability to convey information through effective verbal and written communication
• Highly proficient with computer-aided design software and other PC software packages typically associated with engineering
• Proficient in general documentation software such as Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and Bluebeam
• Proficient using project management software and tools for financial management, reporting, and resource utilization
• Demonstrated public speaking, presentation, and leadership abilities
• Demonstrated understanding of industry and construction practices, methodologies, and best engineering practices and leverages that understanding to lead engineering efforts through all project stages
• Able to conduct site visits as needed, may require a valid driver's license
• Effectively maintains office and field health & safety requirements and protocols
• Maintains a work schedule conducive to team collaboration and project-specific requirements

Skills

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficiency in project management tools and software
• Understanding of traffic engineering principles and practices

Benefits

TERRA Engineering, Ltd. offers competitive compensation packages including a bonus program, paid holidays and paid time off, comprehensive healthcare benefits, retirement plan options with safe harbor match and profit sharing, hybrid/flexible work arrangements for most positions, public transportation reimbursement (Chicago-area employees), and a warm culture that is conducive to growth and professional development. Additional benefits may include:

• Professional development opportunities
• Employee recognition programs
• Work-life balance initiatives
• Flexible scheduling options

Pay

The estimated salary range for this position is [Insert Range Here]. Compensation will vary based upon experience, education, skill level, geographical location, and other compensable factors.

Schedule

This position offers a flexible schedule to accommodate team collaboration and project-specific requirements.