LJA Engineering Inc

Sr. Project Manager - Roadway

LJA Engineering Inc$110K — $130K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering
  • Licensed as a Professional Engineer
  • Experience in program management
  • Proven project management expertise with budgets and deadlines
  • Strong communication skills for engaging clients and stakeholders
  • Successful history with CDOT and DOTI work
  • Experience in County and Municipal projects

Responsibilities

  • Lead project management for various initiatives
  • Oversee project schedules and budget management
  • Pitch and pre-sell future projects
  • Mentor and manage direct reports
  • Coordinate resources with Operations Manager or Engineering Director
  • Recognize and reward team achievements

Benefits

  • Generous Paid Time Off including a full office closure during the holidays
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and mental health support options
  • Paid maternity and parental leave
  • Tuition reimbursement and educational support
  • Referral bonuses for bringing in new talent
  • Community-focused volunteer days
  • Professional development support through memberships
  • Strong internal mobility for career advancement
  • Inclusive and fun workplace culture with various social events
Full Job Description
POSITION OVERVIEW: As a Sr. Project Manager at LJA Transportation , you will be responsible for Provides technical and engineering support, including technical proposals and cost estimates Overseeing the Project Management Team.

A TYPICAL DAY MIGHT INCLUDE:
  • Managing projects of appropriate size
  • Managing schedules and financials.
  • Pre-selling a future project
  • Managing/mentoring direct reports
  • Balancing resources with Operations Manager or Engineering Director
  • Rewarding your team

REQUIRED EDUCATION/LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS:
  • Bachelor of Science Degree, Civil Engineering
  • Licensed as a Professional Engineer
  • Program Management Experience
  • Proven project management experience and handling multiple deadlines and budgets
  • Effective communication skills to engage with clients, agencies, stakeholders, and employees fostering strong relationships

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Track record of winning CDOT and DOTI work
  • Track record of County and Municipal wins
  • Previous work experience in an AEC related firm

IDEALLY, YOU SHOULD ALSO HAVE:
  • Experience with MicroStation ORD
  • Experience with Large Scale FDOT Projects
  • Advanced skills in specialized software programs
  • Technical Training Experience
  • Experience using CORSIM, HCS, Trans CAD, VISSIM, and AGI32 is a plus
  • Proven experience in handling multiple tasks and deadlines

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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