Gresham, Smith and Partners

Senior Roadway Project Manager - Transportation Market

Gresham, Smith and Partners • $110K — $130K *
Transportation
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Planning, Civil Engineering, or Civil Engineering Technology
  • 10-15 years of roadway design or transportation project delivery experience
  • Desired certification as AICP or Professional Engineer (P.E.)
  • Strong experience with DOT projects preferred
  • Familiarity with Bentley OpenRoads Designer (ORD) strongly preferred

Responsibilities

  • Leverage relationships with municipalities to enhance client partnerships
  • Serve as a trusted advisor on federal and state funding navigation
  • Support business development by identifying opportunities within networks
  • Provide insight into public agency processes to enhance project delivery
  • Lead transportation planning and design projects from initiation through completion
  • Manage multiple projects, ensuring timely and budget-compliant delivery
  • Mentor junior engineers and support their professional development
  • Oversee the development of construction documents and cost estimates

Benefits

  • Flexible schedules and generous PTO
  • Healthcare options including medical, dental, vision, and wellness programs
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Short- and long-term disability, paid life insurance, and AD&D
  • Supplemental insurance options including pet and legal insurance
  • Family planning and parental leave
  • Mass/public transit program
  • Telemedicine and employee assistance program
Full Job Description
  • A bachelor's degree in Planning, Civil Engineering, or Civil Engineering Technology
  • 10 to 15 years of roadway design or transportation project delivery.
  • Certification as an AICP or Professional Engineer (P.E.) is desired.
  • Strong experience with DOT projects, strongly preferred
  • Demonstrated working knowledge of Bentley OpenRoads Designer (ORD), strongly preferred


Most importantly, you bring genuine curiosity, creativity, and a collaborative spirit-someone who wants to do great work with great people.

About the Role

As a Senior Roadway Engineer, you will:

  • Leverage long-standing relationships with municipalities, counties, and public agencies to strengthen client partnerships, support ongoing initiatives, and expand the firm's presence across the state.
  • Serve as a trusted advisor to public-sector clients by providing guidance on navigating federal and state funding programs, requirements, and strategies to successfully secure and deliver funded projects.
  • Support business development efforts by identifying opportunities within established networks and aligning client needs with the firm's technical capabilities and services.
  • Provide insight into public agency processes, policies, and priorities to help shape project approaches, improve delivery, and enhance client outcomes.
  • Assist clients in identifying, pursuing, and securing state and federal funding opportunities by aligning project needs with applicable programs, guiding application development, and positioning projects for successful delivery.
  • Lead transportation planning and design projects from initiation through construction support and close-out in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
  • Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring delivery on schedule, within budget, and in alignment with scope and quality standards.
  • Direct and coordinate multidisciplinary project teams, including internal staff and sub-consultants.
  • Mentor and support junior engineers and technical staff in their professional development by deepening their understanding of deliverables and processes required for successful project delivery.
  • Oversee the development of high-quality construction documents, specifications, and cost estimates.
  • Develop, monitor, and maintain project schedules, budgets, and resource allocation.
  • Track financial performance and coordinate with accounting and leadership on project reviews.
  • Serve as the primary liaison between clients and the firm, building and maintaining strong relationships.
  • Lead client meetings, facilitate workshops, and deliver clear, effective presentations of technical solutions and project updates.
  • Support business development efforts through client engagement and proposal contributions.
  • Implement and uphold QA/QC processes to ensure compliance with standards and project requirements.
  • Identify risks, manage change, and maintain accurate project documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Coordinate with cross-functional teams and disciplines to address technical challenges, optimize solutions, and ensure constructability.
  • Apply project management tools and best practices to drive performance, prioritize tasks, and achieve project milestones.


Your work will directly contribute to shaping environments where people live, work, and thrive, all while growing your career within a supportive, people-first culture.

Join Us

If you're excited to bring your talents to a collaborative, people-first environment where you can make an impact while growing your career, we'd love to hear from you.

Here's what you can expect:

Professional Growth: In-house Learning, Tuition Reimbursement, Licensure Support, Professional Organization Engagement.

Culture that Cares: 93% of employees say they feel cared for, and 96% are confident in our future success.

Competitive Benefits:

  • Flexible Schedules & Generous PTO
  • Healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision, Wellness Programs)
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Short- & Long-term Disability, Paid Life & AD&D
  • Supplemental, Critical Care, Pet, Legal & ID Theft Insurance
  • Family Planning and Parental Leave
  • Mass/Public Transit Program
  • Telemedicine and Employee Assistance Program

About Gresham, Smith and Partners

Gresham, Smith and Partners (GS&P) is a privately held architecture, engineering, and planning firm headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee. The firm was founded in 1967 and has since grown to employ over 1,100 professionals in offices across the United States. GS&P provides a wide range of services, including architecture, engineering, interior design, planning, environmental services, and program management. The firm has completed projects in a variety of sectors, including healthcare, aviation, transportation, corporate and urban design, and water resources. GS&P is committed to sustainability and has completed numerous LEED-certified projects. The firm has received numerous awards for its work, including the American Institute of Architects (AIA) National Firm Award in 2012.
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