Transportation Project Manager

Roadway/Transportation Project ManagerJoin GPD Group, where our purpose is to improve the well-being of our employees, clients, communities, and business partners by transforming opportunities into success. We are passionate about the work we do and the relationships we build with clients. Our employee ownership structure fosters a non-hierarchical collaborative work environment, where everyone is encouraged to share their ideas and creativity to the betterment of the organization and our clients. This structure also enables each associate to explore and expand their talents, reach their full potential, and deliver to the core traits that guide GPD Group and allow us to deliver successfully for our clients.For more than 60 years, GPD Group has been providing engineering, architecture, and planning services to clients across the United States. With a diverse team of almost 700 professionals working in 14 offices, it is our passion for our work and commitment to our purpose that unites us.GPD is looking to make Louisville, KY our next hub of opportunity in the Roadway/Transportation industry and is excited to hire a Project Manager that embodies the entrepreneurial spirit and passion for championing meaningful community change that GPD is founded on. This Project Manager will grow GPD's Roadway/Transportation presence in Louisville while leading efforts with our clients and Roadway/Transportation projects as an experienced technical expert.Role Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.Kentucky professional engineering registration (PE).10+ years' experience in the roadway/transportation industry.Experience/relationships in Louisville, KY related to the Transportation Industry (i.e., KYTC, City of Louisville DPW, City of Louisville DOMI).Well versed in KYTC plan delivery, specifications, and contract management.Experience/relationships with MPO's (i.e. City of Louisville, the City of Lexington and/or other local agencies a plus).Extensive experience developing and overseeing project scope, schedule, and fees for new projects and additional scope/services requested by clients that yield successful projects for clients and the Company.Experience mentoring and empowering engineers newer in their career.Proficient understanding of AutoCAD and Microstation (Openroads).Thrives in a collaborative project environment and enjoys all forms of communication while working with clients and team members (virtual, in-person, phone).Enjoys taking on a leadership role not only as a technical expert in our field but as a servant leader in the community and within the company.Key Responsibilities:Project Management in our Roadway/Transportation group provides the opportunity to interact with multiple stakeholders and in a wide variety of services that encompass our discipline: this includes complete A&E design, structural analysis, survey, environmental assessment, zoning, permitting, site walks, and field services.Technical oversight: managing the design and quality review process, analyzing, and correlating scientific and engineering data to recognize discrepancies in results and identifying the possible solutions and risk associated with them.Client Engagement and Management offers a chance for the Project Manager to develop and build programs and client relationships to grow this team: this includes understanding clients' needs and how they translate into specific scope and reporting systems. This person will not only meet revenue goals and support proposal development but actively seek out opportunities to exceed expectations.Strategic Planning includes working with the team to develop and execute strategic actions aligned with both Roadway/Transportation and GPD Group goals: GPD is looking for a go-getter that is fearless in driving growth and opportunity for the company.Mentoring and developing the Roadway/Transportation team to further our success in the industry: this includes not only civil engineering and technical training but empowering those teammates to find their passion and skills in our industry and translating that to continued career success.Administrative oversight: using Key Performance Indicators, this includes developing, communicating, and tracking workflow tasks, scheduling, evaluating risk management, championing GPD's quality assurance and client standards, and ensuring that project documents are consistent with project plans and within scope and budget.GPD believes passionately that everyone on our team knows that they are a valued member of our employee-owned company. When you are willing to put the time and effort in to make us successful, you will see that in your paycheck and in your benefits offering. GPD offers a competitive compensation and benefits package which includes:Health InsuranceDental InsuranceLife InsuranceShort-Term & Long-Term Disability InsuranceVision Insurance401(k) with matching and company profit-sharing contributionRich Bonus Program that rewards both company and individual performanceVacation & Sick TimeProfessional Development SupportAnd much more…Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer-M/F/Disabled/VetOur company uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit