Sr. Project Manager (Transportation-PE)

Department: Transportation

Location: Glen Allen, Virginia

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 dynamic Sr. Project Manager (Transportation-PE) to help shape the future of infrastructure in Virginia and beyond.

This is more than a job—it's a chance to lead high-profile transportation projects, mentor rising talent, and build lasting relationships with clients and communities. Whether it's 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

💥This role is eligible for up to a $10,000 sign-on bonus!💥

Go beyond the job description: Uncover projects that ignite your passion. Transportation Engineering | RDA

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?

We offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes:

• 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.