LJA Engineering Inc

Project Manager - Traffic

LJA Engineering Inc$90K — $120K *
Transportation
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering required
  • Professional Engineer license mandatory
  • Preferred PTOE Certification
  • 10+ years of traffic and transportation experience
  • Experienced in various traffic engineering aspects including signal design and traffic studies
  • Strong multitasking ability under tight deadlines
  • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

Responsibilities

  • Manage and design traffic signal and control projects
  • Collaborate with Land Development Division on community traffic needs
  • Develop standards and guidelines for the Traffic Department
  • Supervise Engineers and Technicians within the Traffic group
  • Oversee daily operations and manage business development activities

Benefits

  • Generous Time Off including PTO, holidays, and holiday closure
  • Comprehensive benefits with health, dental, and mental health support
  • Paid maternity and parental leave
  • Tuition reimbursement and in-house learning opportunities
  • Referral bonuses for assisting in hiring talent
  • Company-sponsored volunteer days and community initiatives
  • Memberships to industry organizations for professional development
  • Opportunities for internal mobility and career growth
  • Engaging company culture with social events and employee activities
Full Job Description
POSITION OVERVIEW: As a Project Manager at LJA Transportation , you will be responsible for leading and managing traffic engineering projects, including the design of traffic signals, timing plans, and traffic control systems, while supporting master-planned community traffic needs. You'll oversee daily operations of the Traffic group, managing engineers and technicians, developing department standards, and driving business development efforts.

A TYPICAL DAY MIGHT INCLUDE:
  • Manage and design traffic signal projects, signal timing and traffic control plans.
  • Works closely with Land Development Division on Master Planned Community traffic needs.
  • Develop standards and guidelines for Traffic Department.
  • Manages staff of Engineers and Technicians.
  • Oversees day to day operations of group including business development activities and project management responsibilities.

REQUIRED EDUCATION/LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS:
  • Bachelor of Science Degree, Civil Engineering is required
  • Licensed as a Professional Engineer
  • PTOE Certification is preferred

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • 10+ years experience in the Traffic and Transportation field.
  • Experience in signal design, timing, intersection improvements, singing/striping, work zones, technology/ITS, traffic simulation/modeling, traffic studies, and roadway safety
  • Experience completing engineering studies including traffic impact analysis for private clients, signal warrant studies and traffic management plans.
  • Experience with TDOT and local municipalities
  • Proven experience in handling multiple tasks and deadlines
  • Strong communication skills to interact with clients and internal employees
  • Ability to build strong relationships

LEVEL UP WITH LJA

At LJA, we're 100% employee-owned. This drives results, rewards ambition and supports long-term success for every team member. With almost 100 locations and 3,000+ employee-owners (and growing), we're building something big! We want you to be part of it. Your future grows here.
  • Generous Time Off: PTO, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Year's.
  • Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets. Along with mental health support.
  • Family Support: Paid maternity and parental leave to help you focus on what matters most.
  • Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and in-house courses provided by our Learning and Development team.
  • Referral Bonuses: Know great talent? Get rewarded for helping us grow.
  • Community Impact: Company-sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.
  • Professional Development: Memberships to industry organizations to keep you connected and growing.
  • Career Growth: Great internal mobility opportunities to advance your career.
  • Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, bring your kid to work day, etc.

To Executive Search Firms & Staffing Agencies: LJA Engineering, Inc. and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from any agencies that have not signed a service agreement. All unsolicited resumes will be considered LJA's property. This includes resumes submitted directly to hiring managers without contacting LJA's Human Resources Talent Department.

About LJA Engineering Inc

LJA Engineering is a multidisciplinary engineering firm that provides civil, structural, and transportation engineering services to public and private clients. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas and has offices throughout Texas and Louisiana. LJA Engineering's services include planning, design, and construction management for infrastructure projects such as highways, bridges, airports, and water and wastewater systems.
Learn more about LJA Engineering Inc
Size
500 employees
Industry
Founded
1972

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