Highway Project Manager

We are partnered with a nationally recognized engineering and infrastructure consulting firm with more than 7,000 employees and a strong presence throughout Tennessee, the Southeast, Midwest, and Northeast. Due to continued growth and a healthy transportation backlog, they are seeking a Highway Project Manager to join their Knoxville team. This is an outstanding opportunity to take ownership of high-profile roadway and transportation projects while working for an employee-owned organization that offers long-term career growth, strong financial stability, and a highly collaborative culture. The Highway Project Manager will be responsible for: Managing highway, roadway, and transportation design projects from planning through final delivery. Serving as the primary point of contact for clients, agencies, and project stakeholders. Leading multidisciplinary project teams, including engineers, designers, and subconsultants. Developing project scopes, schedules, budgets, and resource plans while ensuring projects remain on track. Overseeing quality control efforts and ensuring compliance with applicable state, local, and federal standards. Supporting business development initiatives, including proposal preparation, client engagement, and relationship management. Mentoring junior staff and helping build a strong transportation team throughout the region. The Highway Project Manager should have the following qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline. Professional Engineer (PE) license, or the ability to obtain licensure through reciprocity. 8+ years of transportation or highway design experience with increasing project leadership responsibilities. Experience managing DOT-funded transportation projects, preferably with TDOT and other state or local transportation agencies. Strong knowledge of roadway design principles, project delivery processes, and transportation engineering standards. Proven ability to manage project budgets, schedules, and client relationships. Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to coordinate across multiple disciplines and offices. Benefits: Competitive base salary and performance-based bonus opportunities. Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) providing long-term wealth-building potential. 401(k) with 5% company match. Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage. Flexible work arrangements and strong work-life balance initiatives. Significant opportunities for career advancement within a nationally respected transportation practice. If you're a transportation professional looking to join a growing employee-owned firm with a strong Tennessee presence and access to some of the most exciting infrastructure projects across the Southeast, Midwest, and Northeast, we'd love to speak with you. #J-18808-Ljbffr