What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Project Manager, Roads + Highways position at TYLin?
TYLin is a globally recognized, full-service infrastructure consulting firm committed to providing innovative, cost-effective, constructible designs for the global infrastructure market. With over 3,000 employees throughout the Americas, Asia, and Europe, the firm provides support on projects of varying size and complexity. Together, we enhance conventional designs with smarter, more resilient systems. We provide people with better mobility. We steward precious resources by finding more sustainable solutions.
Job Summary
Are you a dynamic and experienced transportation professional with deep knowledge of MassDOT standards and a passion for shaping the future of roadway infrastructure in Massachusetts? TYLin is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead and grow our Roads Highways practice in Boston — someone ready to build a team, lead high-impact projects, and become a recognized voice in the region’s transportation community.
This is more than a project management role — it’s a leadership opportunity for someone who wants the autonomy to chart their own course, backed by the strength and support of a collaborative, multidisciplinary firm.
Responsibilities & Qualifications
What You’ll Do:
We believe in recognizing the unique value that each individual brings to our team. As such, the job title and ultimate compensation for this role will be thoughtfully aligned with the depth of your experience, the breadth of your skills, and the genuine enthusiasm you bring to the position. We are committed to fostering an environment where your contributions are both acknowledged and rewarded appropriately. Join us in shaping a rewarding future together!
TYLin offers a comprehensive total rewards package. Our benefits may include extensive medical, disability and life insurance coverage, continuing education benefits, paid time off, employee assistance program and a retirement savings plan with company matching contributions.
We encourage all candidates to explore our total rewards offering.
TYLin is an equal opportunity employer, and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type as protected by federal, provincial, state or local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. The company and its employees are required to comply with all local health authority, legal or lawful client requirements.
Job Summary
Are you a dynamic and experienced transportation professional with deep knowledge of MassDOT standards and a passion for shaping the future of roadway infrastructure in Massachusetts? TYLin is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead and grow our Roads Highways practice in Boston — someone ready to build a team, lead high-impact projects, and become a recognized voice in the region’s transportation community.
This is more than a project management role — it’s a leadership opportunity for someone who wants the autonomy to chart their own course, backed by the strength and support of a collaborative, multidisciplinary firm.
Responsibilities & Qualifications
What You’ll Do:
- Lead the planning, design, and delivery of complex roadway and highway infrastructure projects throughout Massachusetts, with a focus on MassDOT work.
- Serve as the primary client contact on key projects — building trust, solving problems, and delivering excellence.
- Manage multidisciplinary project teams, mentoring junior staff and creating a collaborative, inclusive environment.
- Shape strategy and pursue new business opportunities, leveraging your industry knowledge and relationships to expand our portfolio in the Boston area.
- Serve as a subject matter expert in MassDOT standards, procedures, and design guidelines — ensuring top-quality and fully compliant project delivery.
- Develop and manage scopes, schedules, budgets, and deliverables across multiple active projects.
- Actively contribute to a culture of technical excellence, innovation, and accountability.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license in Massachusetts is required.
- Minimum 15 years of progressive experience in roadway/highway design and project delivery.
- Extensive knowledge of MassDOT design standards, permitting processes, and project delivery procedures.
- Proficiency with MicroStation OpenRoads Designer and AutoCAD Civil 3D for roadway and infrastructure design is required.
- Proven track record managing transportation projects from planning through construction.
- Demonstrated leadership in project team management and client development.
- Strong communication skills — both verbal and written — with the ability to inspire teams and engage stakeholders.
- Passion for mentorship, growth, and building something lasting.
- Be the cornerstone of our Boston Roads Highways practice — with the freedom to shape your team and your future.
- Collaborate with national experts in transportation, structures, and environmental planning.
- Access exciting projects that improve connectivity, mobility, and safety across the region.
- Thrive in a people-first culture that celebrates technical excellence, creative thinking, and professional growth.
- Enjoy a flexible hybrid work environment that values work-life balance and trust.
We believe in recognizing the unique value that each individual brings to our team. As such, the job title and ultimate compensation for this role will be thoughtfully aligned with the depth of your experience, the breadth of your skills, and the genuine enthusiasm you bring to the position. We are committed to fostering an environment where your contributions are both acknowledged and rewarded appropriately. Join us in shaping a rewarding future together!
TYLin offers a comprehensive total rewards package. Our benefits may include extensive medical, disability and life insurance coverage, continuing education benefits, paid time off, employee assistance program and a retirement savings plan with company matching contributions.
We encourage all candidates to explore our total rewards offering.
TYLin is an equal opportunity employer, and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type as protected by federal, provincial, state or local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. The company and its employees are required to comply with all local health authority, legal or lawful client requirements.
