Roadway Project Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Roadway Project Manager

Location: Chesterfield, MO or O'Fallon, IL

Build Your Future with GBA

At GBA, we're more than just a team- we're problem-solvers, collaborators, and innovators. Our people are passionate about delivering high-quality, technically sound solutions that improve the communities where we live, work, and play. We combine deep expertise with a commitment to mentorship, safety, and continuous improvement to create remarkable outcomes for our clients and meaningful growth for our people.

We're looking for a Roadway Project Manager to join our Transportation Group. This role offers the opportunity to manage projects and lead design efforts on a wide range of transportation projects, including corridor studies, roadway rehabilitation, ADA compliance, and complex interchanges. The ideal candidate will bring DOT or Municipal design experience.

What You'll Do

As a Roadway Project Manager, you'll:

• Manage projects and lead design efforts for transportation projects, including intersections, local streets, collectors, arterials, rural roadways, trails, sidewalks, and ADA facilities.
• Analyze reports, maps, drawings, survey data, and other technical information to support design development and preparation of construction documents.
• Conduct preliminary engineering evaluations and studies to identify design alternatives and develop recommendations.
• Prepare and review project quantities and cost estimates.
• Coordinate internally with multidisciplinary teams to align technical disciplines, project priorities, deliverables, and schedules.
• Coordinate externally with clients, subconsultants, agencies, and other project partners to facilitate communication, resolve issues, and support successful project delivery.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through regular communication, responsiveness, and an understanding of client needs and project expectations.
• Manage projects with accountability for scope, schedule, and budget, proactively identifying and addressing potential impacts to project delivery.
• Monitor and manage project financial performance, including budgets, labor utilization, progress against scope, and overall project profitability.
• Ensure project deliverables meet established quality standards and QA/QC requirements.
• Supervise and mentor junior staff, providing technical guidance and supporting their professional development.
• Ensure project work complies with applicable local, state, and federal regulations and design standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• PE license required
• 7+ years of experience in project design and plan development; DOT or Municipal experience preferred.
• Proficiency with Bentley's OpenRoads Designer (ORD).
• Strong technical knowledge of engineering principles and practices.
• Ability to lead design tasks across a variety of transportation project types.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to interpret and apply federal, state, and local policies, procedures, and regulations.

Why You'll Love Working Here

At GBA, you'll be part of a team that values integrity, safety, and innovation. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life, accident, and disability coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness initiatives
• Paid company holidays, floating holidays, and flexible time off
• Opportunities for training, professional growth, and advancement

Join Our Team

If you're a motivated transportation engineer who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about improving infrastructure, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and build your future with GBA.

At GBA, we are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer promoting diversity in our workforce by including all individuals regardless of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law.