DescriptionWe are currently seeking an experienced
Roadway Design Engineer - Project Manager to support and grow our Transportation Practice in our
Dayton, OH office.
Annual Compensation: $95,000 - 185,000 based upon experience, certifications, and regional market standards.
Benefits: View our
2026 Benefits SummaryROADWAY DESIGN ENGINEER - PROJECT MANAGER ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:- Responsible for scope, fees, and the profitability of individual projects as well as a portfolio of projects.
- Point person and firm's contact with clients while functioning as project manager.
- Assists in new sales with clients for which they are managing projects.
- Guides and coordinates all internal LJB transportation disciplines, with sub-consultants, and clients.
- Has a basic understanding of what the other transportation disciplines do and what they require as part of specific projects.
- Responsible for the nine knowledge areas, according to the Project Management Institute (PMI), that are associated with each phase of the project they are managing including:
- Project Integration Management
- Project Scope Management
- Project Time Management
- Project Cost Management
- Project Quality Management
- Project Human Resource Management
- Project Communications Management
- Project Risk Management
- Project Procurement Management
- Responsible for assisting the Deputy Operations Manager in maintaining PM best practices.
- On larger projects, PM may or may not be involved directly in the design.
- Apprise Deputy Operations Manager of employee performance on particular projects.
- Provide information to Deputy Operations Manager on future projects so they can manage staffing.
- Assist in informal development of other employees.
ROADWAY DESIGN ENGINEER - PROJECT MANAGER ESSENTIAL CREDENTIALS:Required Qualifications:- Bachelor's degree in civil engineering.
- P.E. license required, Ohio PE is preferred. Successful candidates will be expected to get their OH PE within the first year of hire.
- At least 10 years of experience in consulting or engineering.
- Experience working on DOT design projects is required, experience with multiple DOTs is a plus.
Preferred Qualifications:- 5 years of project management experience is preferred.
- Deltek Vantagepoint or similar CRM and Project Management software experience.
- MicroStation, OpenRoads, AutoCAD, and Civil-3D software experience.
Core Skills:- Client Relationship Management and Business Development Support
- Leadership, Mentorship, and Cross-Functional Team Collaboration
- Excellent communication and time management skills
Why Join LJB?This role offers the opportunity to help shape transportation infrastructure through meaningful roadway design work that supports safer, more connected communities. As part of LJB's collaborative Transportation Practice, you'll contribute to impactful projects, grow your technical expertise, and help mentor the next generation of engineers.
LJB offers competitive compensation packages, which include paid time off, a 401(k), tuition reimbursement, flexibility, and mobility.
Recruiters or staffing agencies: LJB does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Any resume submitted without a signed agreement will be considered the property of LJB, and no fees will be paid. Please direct all communications to the HR team.
Keywords: Roadway Design Engineer, Roadway, Transportation, Professional Engineer, PE, Project Manager
