Transportation Project Manager

Position Summary

We are seeking a Transportation Project Manager with 8+ years of experience planning, designing, and managing linear transportation projects. The position is ideally suited for a candidate with experience in project management of planning and design involving urban streets and roadways, multi-use trails, and other multimodal facilities. Experience with roadway or highway design involving PennDOT and/or NJDOT is also preferred. Experience with the City of Philadelphia or other large municipal clients is a plus.

The position will focus mainly on managing and leading the planning and design of multimodal transportation projects involving corridor studies, complete streets improvements, Vision Zero, public transit, signing and pavement marking, grading, traffic control improvements, and local and state permitting. The individual will also have an opportunity to assist with bicycle and pedestrian planning, including region-wide active transportation plans, corridor master plans and trail routing and feasibility studies.

Responsibilities

• Project Management tasks including scheduling, budgeting, and invoicing
• Lead and manage projects associated with multimodal, active transportation, and transit-friendly planning, transportation and safety studies, greenway plans, community engagement, visioning, and concept design plans
• Oversee public outreach activities
• Mentor junior staff
• Reviewing designs, report writing, specification development, and permitting
• Coordination with internal project team members across several regional NV5 offices and departments, as well as subconsultants, public agencies, clients, participation in project meetings, and assisting other teams in the office as needed.
• The ideal candidate would possess the skills and desire to assist with business development, including professional networking, meeting with potential clients, and proposal writing, and generally enjoy helping us continue growing a team alongside other dynamic leaders passionate about improving our communities through planning and design.
• Participation in professional societies like ASCE, WTS, and ITE will be encouraged.

Requirements

• P.E. License
• BS or MS in Civil Engineering
• At least 8 years with relevant transportation design experience
• Project management experience
• Proficient in the necessary software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D and/or MicroStation/lnRoads/Open Roads
• Strong interest in a multi-disciplinary and collaborative approach to design
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities

This is a full-time position. Salary is commensurate with experience. NV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, inclusive of medical, dental, life insurance, 401(k), professional development/advancement opportunities and a generous, flexible time off policy designed to support the well-being of our staff. Our Northeast offices operate on a four-day work week (M-Th). Our office culture is inclusive, collaborative and supportive - you will find a group of caring, passionate people working to make the world a better place.

Company Overview and Benefits

NV5 delivers technology-enabled engineering, consulting, and geospatial solutions that help clients plan, design, and optimize infrastructure, buildings, utilities, and environmental systems. We bring together technical expertise, data, and innovative thinking to create resilient, high-performance assets. As part of TiC Solutions, alongside Acuren, we share a purpose: to shape and strengthen the physical world.

Our work starts with our people. We invest in their growth and never compromise on safety. We work as one team across disciplines and geographies, bringing diverse perspectives and a shared purpose to complex challenges.

At NV5, we take pride in high-quality work that creates lasting value for our clients. We challenge the status quo, continuously improve, and turn insight into smarter designs, plans, and solutions. Join us to contribute your expertise and collaborate with our teams to help shape the infrastructure and systems the world relies on.

Benefits

NV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) and professional development/advancement opportunities.

• Competitive Salary
• Medical, dental, and supplemental insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company paid Life & AD&D
• Company paid Disability
• 401K Plan
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off / Flexible Time Off