Roadway Project Manager

Lochmueller Group is growing in Ohio and we are looking for an experienced Roadway Project Manager to join us in Ohio. This is a great opportunity to join a thriving company with a people-centric and values-driven culture. This position offers a great opportunity to have a real impact and meaningfully contribute to project pursuits, project management, and project delivery for transportation projects.

Lochmueller Group is a regional engineering consulting firm with an emphasis on infrastructure. We provide multi-disciplined services for a variety of public agencies and private entities, including transportation design; water resources design; environmental analysis & permitting; construction engineering & inspection; traffic engineering & transportation planning; surveying; and land acquisition & appraisal. Our transportation design team offers a variety of services, but most of our work involves roadway and bridge design for various local public agencies and state DOT’s.

For over 40 years, Lochmueller Group has helped communities reinvent their future through thoughtful, actionable planning and design. Our dedication to building a team that demonstrates our corporate values (CARDIA) is what sets us apart:

CARDIA: Means “from the heart” - Creativity; Accountability; Respect; Dedication; Integrity; Achievement - that’s what sets us apart!

Lochmueller Group provides an excellent workplace culture established by our people who share these values. We are a 100% employee-owned company, and our people are vested in the success and continued development of each other and the firm. This is a great place to build a career and grow with a company that is dedicated to quality and service.

Be Part of What’s Next in Ohio:
This is an exciting time to join Lochmueller in Ohio. Our team is growing, our presence is expanding, and we are focused on delivering for our clients while building a culture grounded in our CARDIA values.

Here, you will have the opportunity to lead, contribute, and make a meaningful impact on project pursuits, project delivery, and client relationships across Ohio. As a 100% employee-owned company, your work helps shape our future and the future of the communities we serve.

If you are motivated by the chance to be part of a team that is building something meaningful, while helping guide projects, support clients, and influence our continued growth in Ohio, we would like to talk with you.

Key responsibilities of this role will include:
Project Management & Delivery

• Serve as a Project Manager and/or Project Engineer for roadway design projects of varying complexity, including local agency and ODOT work, with an emphasis on pursuing and delivering ODOT projects
• Manage all aspects of project delivery, including tasks, budgets, schedules, resources, and development of scopes and staffing plans to ensure successful outcomes
• Lead and coordinate multidisciplinary teams, maintaining accountability for overall project performance
• Participate in project meetings, presentations, and stakeholder coordination activities
  
  
  
  
  

Client Coordination & Business Development

• Coordinate with clients, including ODOT, local agencies, and stakeholders, to define project requirements and maintain strong relationships through clear, consistent communication
• Support business development efforts, including proposals, scope development, client engagement, and contributions to ODOT and local agency pursuits
• Coordinate with regulatory agencies, utilities, and stakeholders to support project delivery and ensure compliance
  
  
  
  
  

Technical Design, Execution, & Quality

• Lead the planning, design, and execution of roadway design projects, including geometric design, plan development, and overall technical delivery
• Perform and or oversee detailed engineering analysis and preparation of project deliverables, including plans, specifications, and technical documentation
• Ensure quality and compliance by applying QA and QC processes in alignment with applicable standards and ODOT requirements
  
  
  
  
  

Technical Expertise & Support

• Serve as a technical advisor on complex design issues and project strategy, providing input on technical approaches and execution while supporting high-quality delivery
• Mentor and support junior staff through technical guidance, collaboration, and knowledge sharing, while working with senior leadership and internal teams to deliver successful projects
  
  
  
  
  

Qualifications for this role:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in civil engineering or a related field
• Professional Engineer (PE) License in Ohio
• 10 years of experience in roadway and highway design, including project management experience on ODOT transportation projects
• Experience supporting pursuits, proposals, or client development activities preferred
• Experience with MicroStation, OpenRoads required; experience in AutoCAD, and Civil 3D preferred
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage multiple priorities, and drive projects to successful completion
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including experience working with clients and stakeholders
• Demonstrated commitment to quality, accuracy, and excellence
  
  
  
  
  

What we offer:

• Health & Wellness: medical, dental, vision, disability, and basic life insurance w/ option for additional voluntary life insurance
• Work/Life Balance: vacation, holidays, sick leave, maternity/paternity leave, flexible scheduling & telecommuting opportunities
• Wealth-Building: 401k w/ company match, student loan repayment benefit, ESOP, competitive compensation package
• Professional Benefits: professional membership dues, career & educational development
  
  
  
  
  

Lochmueller Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Lochgroup fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected by federal, state, and local laws.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.