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Highway Project Manager
West Palm Beach, FL
Full-Time Permanent
We are seeking an experienced Highway Project Manager to lead transportation infrastructure projects with a focus on quality, schedule, and budget control. This role serves as the primary point of contact for clients and plays a critical part in managing the full project lifecycle-from proposal to closeout-while ensuring successful delivery and client satisfaction.
What We're Looking For:
Bachelor's in Civil or Transportation Engineering (preferred)
8+ years of highway design experience; FDOT experience is a strong plus
Florida PE license or ability to obtain within 6 months
2+ years of experience as a PM or Assistant PM
Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
Proficiency in MicroStation, ORD, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Microsoft Office
Ability to manage project financials and develop scopes of services
Valid driver's license
As a Highway PM, you'll oversee multidisciplinary design teams, coordinate with clients, subconsultants, contractors, and agencies, and lead project meetings. You'll be responsible for preparing and reviewing technical specifications, plans, budgets, schedules, scope changes, and contract documents, as well as mentoring junior staff and supporting business development efforts.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage transportation/highway projects from start to finish
Lead internal teams and external communications with stakeholders
Monitor progress, prepare status reports, and oversee project deliverables
Ensure QA/QC and resolve design-related issues
Support billing, proposals, public meetings, and client outreach
Guide and mentor junior engineers and technical staff