Transportation Program Manager

This position is onsite in Rochester, NY. No 3rd party agencies. Must be able to work on W2 without sponsorship.

In this role, you will manage and mentor Project Managers, oversee project performance, and directly manage select projects while ensuring the successful delivery of transportation projects for clients such as NYSDOT and local municipalities. You will set direction, balance workloads, support professional development, and ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and in alignment with client expectations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow a collaborative, high-performing team aligned with the firm s mission, values, and commitment to design excellence.
• Provide hands-on leadership that empowers Project Managers, supports professional development, and fosters accountability and engagement across locations.
• Position the Infrastructure + Mobility group for long-term success through strong team morale, consistent performance, and sustainable growth.
• Oversee transportation projects, ensuring clear priorities and delivery on time, on budget, aligned with scope and quality expectations.
• Effectively manage project financials, staffing, and schedules while proactively resolving technical, schedule, or budget challenges.
• Serve as primary client contact, building trusted relationships and delivering exceptional service to public and private sector clients.
• Contribute to business planning and proactively drive new work with existing and prospective clients.
• Lead proposal development and participate in interviews, promoting our client's design capabilities and market presence.
• Mentor, coach, and set expectations for staff while supporting performance and career development.
• Navigate and support complex public processes and municipal approvals related to transportation projects.
• Represent our client in professional organizations and community activities to strengthen visibility and industry relationships.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Civil Engineering or related field (Master s preferred)
• 15+ years minimum in transportation, roadway, or highway engineering
• Professional Engineering License (PE)
• 5 years of minimum project management experience
• Strong financial acumen, with the ability to use dashboards, metrics, and data to drive performance, accountability, and results.
• Familiarity with NYSDOT design standards required
• Prior experience successfully managing and leading a team
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Proven client relationship and business development success in the transportation sector
• Proficiency in MS Office; Experience with MicroStation preferred
• Professional performance standards aligned with our client's Mission, Vision, and Core Values
• Dedicated to fostering trusting relationships through collaboration, integrity, respect, and active listening
• Proven ability to deliver quality work through critical thinking, problem-solving, and sound judgment
• Driven to own projects, prioritize effectively, and thrive in a fast-paced, growth-focused environment
• Superior organizational and planning skills with keen attention to detail
• Highly adaptable and proactive in meeting deliverables and deadlines
• Curious, improvement-minded, and always seeking better solutions
• Embrace feedback constructively and use it as an opportunity for growth