Sr. Project Manager (Transportation-PE)

Overview Department: Transportation Employment Type: Full Time Location: Manassas, VA Sr. Project Manager (Transportation-PE) drives transportation project leadership at Rinker Design Associates (RDA). Description Drive the Future of Transportation with RDA – Sr. Project Manager (Transportation-PE). Design with purpose. Lead with impact. Are you a seasoned transportation professional ready to take your career to the next level? Rinker Design Associates (RDA) is growing, and we’re looking for a dynamic Sr. Project Manager (Transportation-PE) to help shape the future of infrastructure in Virginia and beyond. This is more than a job — it is a chance to lead high-profile transportation projects, mentor rising talent, and build lasting relationships with clients and communities. Whether it is a major design-build initiative or a transformative local improvement, your work will leave a meaningful mark. Locations: Manassas, Glen Allen, Waynesboro, Fredericksburg, or Virginia Beach, VA $10,000 sign-on bonus Go beyond the job description: Uncover projects that ignite your passion. Note: This role focuses on transportation engineering leadership and project delivery within Virginia and surrounding areas. What You'll Do Lead with Purpose: Manage complex transportation projects from planning through delivery, ensuring technical excellence and quality control. Inspire & Mentor: Support the development of junior engineers and foster a collaborative, high-performing team. Drive Strategy: Oversee scheduling, budgeting, resource planning, and risk management—keeping projects on time and on track. Grow the Business: Cultivate client relationships, identify new opportunities, and lead local business development efforts. Own the Outcome: Take charge of contract management, client satisfaction, profitability, and project performance. What You Bring Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (P.E. in VA or ability to obtain) 15+ years of hands-on experience in transportation/highway design and project leadership Proven ability to manage multi-disciplinary teams and mentor emerging engineers Strong relationships with local agencies and a deep understanding of VDOT, AASHTO, FHWA, and MUTCD standards Technical expertise in traffic engineering, drainage, and roadway design (MicroStation, OpenRoads, AutoCAD/Civil3D proficiency a plus) Bonus points for experience with design-build and public-private partnership (PPP) projects Why Join RDA? Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401K Retirement Plan; Roth Contributions Health Savings Account (HSA) Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability Generous PTO and 8 federal holidays + 1 floating holiday Parental leave Supportive team culture RDA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug-free workplace. Applicants that require an employment visa sponsorship now or in the future will not be considered. #J-18808-Ljbffr