Transportation Design Project Manager

Nitsch Engineering

$110K — $130K *
Transportation
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS in Civil Engineering required
  • Massachusetts Professional Engineer License or ability to obtain within one year
  • 10+ years in Transportation/Highway engineering required
  • Advanced proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D and other engineering software
  • Demonstrated experience in project management and client relations
  • Proven ability to develop staffing plans for projects
  • Strong understanding of project metrics and construction administration services

Responsibilities

  • Develop and manage transportation engineering projects for government and private clients
  • Supervise project teams and mentor staff while resolving conflicts
  • Conduct technical quality control reviews
  • Oversee the preparation of project submissions and documentation
  • Manage the design and analysis of roadways, trails, and other transportation facilities
  • Prepare construction documents and estimates
  • Drive business development and represent the company at industry events

Benefits

  • Unmatched flexible working model with early Fridays all year
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus additional optional coverage
  • Generous paid time off and 401k matching
  • Yearly discretionary bonuses and employee appreciation gifts
  • Support for ongoing education and professional development
  • Opportunities for community service and volunteer work
Full Job Description
Description

Nitsch Engineering is seeking a Transportation Design Project Manager to join our team at one of our three Massachusetts offices: Boston, Worcester, or Lawrence. As we continue to grow our market share, we strive to position ourselves and build on our successful model of client delivery by expanding our transportation engineering capabilities.

Responsibilities
  • Develop and oversee all aspects of transportation engineering projects for local and state government clients (MassDOT, City of Boston, and Municipal Agencies), and private clients
  • Staff and supervise the project team (including subconsultants), coordinating their efforts, mediating any disagreements, mentoring staff, and making decisions which reflect the best interest of both the company and its clients
  • Perform technical quality control reviews
  • Prepare and oversee the preparation of milestone and final submissions
  • Manage the design of roadways, streets, intersections, rail trails, shared-use paths, other ancillary facilities, and transportation studies
  • Oversee the preparation of construction documents, specifications, estimates, and engineering reports
  • Develop new business and serve as the face of Nitsch for conferences and professional organizations
  • Lead and advocate for the professional development of existing staff

Requirements
  • BS in Civil Engineering
  • Massachusetts Professional Engineer License, or the ability to obtain one within one year if currently licensed in another state
  • 10+ years' experience in Transportation/Highway engineering
  • Advanced knowledge of engineering programs including, but not limited to, AutoCAD Civil 3D
  • Knowledge of project management roles and responsibilities and a history of successful client management
  • Ability to see the big picture and create staffing plans to adequately staff both current and future projects
  • Experience in performing and overseeing analysis and design, preparing calculations, developing details, preparing specifications and estimates as well as managing the preparation of bid documents is required
  • Understanding of project metrics, including scope, budget, multiplier, additional service needs, and programs used to track metrics
  • Experience with construction administration services including interpreting design intent, evaluating construction for compliance with contract documents, and directing of engineering support personnel
  • Experience in preparing proposals, business development, and the ability to make public presentations

As an employee-owned firm, we're proud to offer rewarding ownership opportunities and an annual bonus program that reflects our shared success. Final compensation will be based on a combination of experience, skills, and alignment with role responsibilities.

Benefit Highlights
  • Unmatched flexible working model and early Fridays year-round!
  • Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage + Flexible Spending Account and other optional coverages like Identity Theft Protection and Legal coverage
  • Paid time off, 401k match, pre-tax commuter benefit, paid parental leave, and tuition reimbursement
  • Yearly discretionary bonus as well as gift card bonuses through the employee appreciation and recognition program
  • Ongoing education and professional development opportunities
  • Frequent volunteer and community involvement opportunities

If you want to be excited about going to work and making a difference in the organization you work for, please reach out to us, we'd love to talk to you about joining our team. To learn more about Nitsch Engineering, please visit our web site at: www.nitscheng.com

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