Vanasse Hangen Brustlin Inc

Senior Highway Project Manager

Vanasse Hangen Brustlin Inc$90K — $120K *
Transportation
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS in Civil Engineering or related field
  • 11+ years of roadway/highway design experience, including 5+ years in a management role
  • PE license in New Hampshire or ability to obtain within six months
  • Experience with NHDOT standards and procedures
  • Proven track record in managing state DOT-funded and federally funded municipal projects

Responsibilities

  • Manage large, multi-disciplinary highway and roadway reconstruction projects
  • Train and mentor junior staff in highway and roadway design
  • Assist in the production and delivery of transportation projects from planning to construction
  • Lead project planning and financial management for NHDOT and municipal pursuits
  • Oversee highway and road design including grading and environmental permitting
  • Develop technical design and specification documents tailored to local requirements
  • Coordinate with stakeholders to advance projects and facilitate public involvement

Benefits

  • Diverse and inclusive culture emphasizing collaboration and innovation
  • Opportunity to work on transformational projects
  • Commitment to community and environmental stewardship
  • Focus on employee learning, development, and career growth
  • Flexible, hybrid workplace and best-in-class benefits
Full Job Description
Overview

ABOUT THE POSITION

Join VHB's New Hampshire Highway team and play a key role in shaping the future of transportation across the Granite State. Our team partners with the New Hampshire Department of Transportation, municipalities, and regional agencies to deliver innovative roadway and infrastructure solutions that improve safety, mobility, and community connectivity.

As a Senior Highway/Roadway Project Manager, you will lead the delivery of complex transportation engineering projects across New Hampshire. You'll manage multidisciplinary teams, guide projects from concept through advertising, and partner closely with clients including NHDOT, municipalities, regional planning commissions, and private partners. Your work will directly contribute to roadway improvements, multimodal access, and resilient infrastructure that supports how people live, work, and move throughout the region.

If you're passionate about delivering impactful transportation projects and mentoring talented engineers while working on meaningful infrastructure improvements, you'll find a collaborative and purpose-driven team at VHB.

Responsibilities
  • Manage large, multi-disciplinary highway and roadway reconstruction projects across New Hampshire.
  • Train and mentor junior staff in various aspects of highway and roadway design, with emphasis on NHDOT standards and New Hampshire municipal processes.
  • Assist with the production and delivery of transportation projects from planning and preliminary design through final design and the construction administration phase.
  • Lead pre-design project planning and financial management, including scope, budget, and schedule development for NHDOT and municipal pursuits.
  • Oversee the design of highways and roads, including geometric layout, grading, drainage and stormwater management, coordination with utilities, and environmental permitting in accordance with NHDOT, New Hampshire DES, and local regulations.
  • Lead the development of technical design and specification documents tailored to NHDOT and New Hampshire municipal requirements.
  • Coordinate with NHDOT staff, New Hampshire municipalities, utility companies, and other local stakeholders to advance projects and support successful public involvement processes.

Qualifications
  • BS in Civil Engineering or related field
  • 11+ years of roadway/highway design experience required, with at least 5+ years managing highway or roadway design projects.
  • Current PE in New Hampshire, or PE in another state with the ability to obtain New Hampshire licensure within six months.
  • Experience leading state DOT-funded and/or federally funded municipal roadway improvement projects; direct experience with NHDOT standards, procedures, and funding programs strongly required.


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About Vanasse Hangen Brustlin Inc

Vanasse Hangen Brustlin, Inc. (VHB) is a multidisciplinary engineering firm headquartered in Watertown, Massachusetts. The company was founded in 1979 and provides a wide range of services, including transportation planning and design, environmental planning and permitting, land development, and surveying. VHB has completed projects in a variety of industries, including transportation, real estate, and energy. The company is known for its expertise in sustainable design and has been recognized for its efforts in this area. VHB is a privately held company and has offices throughout the United States.
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