Design/Build Project Manager, Transportation in United States at Jobgether
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Job Description
This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Design/Build Project Manager, Transportation based in the United States.
This role sits at the center of large-scale transportation infrastructure delivery, leading complex design-build roadway and bridge projects that directly impact mobility and community development.
It offers the opportunity to work on billion-dollar programs, coordinating multidisciplinary teams across engineering, construction, and stakeholder groups.
You will play a key role in shaping project strategy, execution, and commercial performance from pursuit through delivery.
The position blends technical civil engineering expertise with strong project leadership and business acumen.
You will collaborate across a wide network of internal experts and external partners to ensure successful project outcomes.
The environment is fast-paced, highly collaborative, and focused on delivering critical infrastructure that improves connectivity and quality of life.
It is ideal for a leader who thrives in complex, high-visibility transportation projects with significant scope and impact.
- Support the management and delivery of large-scale design-build transportation projects, including roadway and bridge programs exceeding $1B in value.
- Lead or assist in developing project pursuit strategies, including scope definition, commercial positioning, and proposal development activities.
- Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams to ensure alignment across design, construction, scheduling, and delivery requirements.
- Oversee scope management and contribute to project execution planning to ensure cost, quality, and schedule objectives are met.
- Engage with multiple stakeholders, including clients, partners, and internal teams, to foster collaboration and resolve project challenges.
- Support field execution and ensure design intent is effectively translated into construction delivery.
- Contribute to risk management, performance tracking, and commercial decision-making throughout the project lifecycle.
- Ensure compliance with engineering standards, safety requirements, and contractual obligations.
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
- 12+ years of experience in transportation infrastructure design and/or design-build project delivery.
- Professional Engineer (PE) registration required.
- Strong experience in roadway and/or bridge design within large-scale infrastructure programs.
- Proven track record of leading multidisciplinary teams on complex, high-value transportation projects.
- Experience in design-build delivery models, including both pursuit and execution phases.
- Strong commercial awareness with the ability to contribute to proposals, strategy, and project positioning.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills in high-pressure environments.
- Ability to travel to project sites as required and work effectively in remote and hybrid settings.
- Strong problem-solving mindset with a hands-on, execution-oriented leadership style.
- Competitive salary range of approximately $125,100 – $225,200 USD depending on experience.
- Comprehensive health coverage including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer support and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
- Paid time off, holidays, and flexible work arrangements supporting work-life balance.
- Exposure to major, high-impact transportation infrastructure projects across North America.
- Career growth opportunities within large-scale engineering and infrastructure programs.
- Collaborative, innovation-driven work environment focused on critical infrastructure development.
- Strong commitment to employee wellbeing, professional development, and long-term career progression.