Transportation Project Manager- Highways

AECOM is actively seeking a Transportation Project Manager for immediate employment in Ridgeland MS New Orleans LA or Baton Rouge LA. The appropriately qualified applicant should be able to demonstrate an establish career in Transportation Engineering including roadway. This position will be responsible for Managing the planning designing and overseeing civil engineering projects such as highways bridges surface drainage and utilities infrastructure. In this role the Project Manager will manage small or medium-size projects and serve as a Deputy Project Manager on large projects. 

The responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to: 

• Responsible for the overall management administration to project and assists in establishing project specific objectives and policies. 
•  Provides management and guidance to subordinate managers enforces company and project policies and a primary liaison between AECOM and client interface. 
• Oversees and ensures all facets of the project are constructed in accordance with design budget and schedule through subordinate managers and supervisors. 
• Responsible for administering the project from budgeting/schedule stage through procurement and contract closeout. Position has significant profit/loss responsibility for assigned project.

Qualifications :

Minimum Requirements 

• BA/BS 8 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• Professional Engineer (PE) 
• US citizenship is a requirement for this role

Preferred Qualifications 

• 10 years of previous design and project delivery experience on transportation projects including Schematic Development and/or Preparation of Plans Specifications and Estimates (PS&E) 
• Professional Engineer (PE) Registered in Mississippi or ability to receive 
• 10 years of previous design experience on transportation projects including Schematic Development and Preparation of Plans Specifications and Estimates (PS&E) 
• LADOTD ATSSA Flagger & Traffic Control Supervisor Certifications and Completions of the Traffic Engineering Process & Reporting (TEPR) Modules 12 and 3
• Experience designing highway/roadway systems drainage systems and traffic control plans 
• Experience managing multidisciplinary projects with subconsultants 
• Experience with design software including MicroStation and Inroads and/or OpenRoads
• Experience with Business Development/Client Relations 
• Experience with LADOTD proposals and interviews
• Proven experience of success with LADOTD pursuits 
• Experience with managing people at various experience levels and ability to mentor with their career development 
• Good communication skills and ability to manage a team 

Additional Information :

At AECOM we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM  

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status AECOM benefits may include medical dental vision life AD&D disability benefits paid time off leaves of absences voluntary benefits perks flexible work options well-being resources employee assistance program business travel insurance service recognition awards retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities we solve our clients complex challenges in water environment energy transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at . 

What makes AECOM a great place to work  

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts youll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills helping you build the career youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and communitywhere you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time