Transportation Project Manager-2

Transportation Project Manager (Civil Engineering)

Are you an experienced Civil Engineer with a passion for transportation infrastructure? Do you thrive in a collaborative environment where you can lead projects and drive meaningful change? VS Engineering is looking for a Transportation Project Manager to join our team.

This position offers a hybrid work schedule, providing flexibility while ensuring in-person availability for key meetings, site visits, and team collaboration in Northern and Lexington, Kentucky.

Why Kentucky? Why VS Engineering?

Northern Kentucky’s rapidly growing region blends rich history, culture, and innovation. From Covington to Newport and Purple People Bridge, to the Ohio River’s scenic views, it is a great place to live and work. VS is also excited to be creating opportunities within the Lexington community.

At VS Engineering, we take pride in our expertise in city, county, KYTC, and DOT transportation projects. We foster a team-oriented culture where your skills, leadership, and growth matter.

Your Role as a Transportation Project Manager

As a key leader on our team, managing and designing civil engineering projects focused on transportation infrastructure, you will:

• Collaborate with stakeholders – Work with contractors, officials, and suppliers to ensure project success.
• Manage all aspects of transportation projects, including scope, budgeting, staffing, and production.
• Lead and mentor project teams while developing and maintaining strong client relationships.
• Guide clients in securing funding and navigating agency policies for transportation projects.
• Prepare and oversee project proposals, contract negotiations, and client communications.
• Identify future opportunities and develop strategies to pursue those opportunities.
• Design and develop transportation solutions using cutting-edge design standards.
• Conduct research and produce reports, feasibility studies, and technical documentation.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

At VS Engineering, we invest in you. As part of our team, you’ll have access to:

• Support & Growth – Work alongside skilled project managers and technical experts.
• Work-Life Balance – Flexible work arrangements, remote work opportunities.
• Competitive Benefits – 401(k), major medical insurance, life insurance, paid time off (PTO), short & long-term disability.
• Career Development – Opportunities to expand your skill set and advance your career.
• A Fun, Collaborative Culture – Team outings, social events, and a family-like environment.

What You Need to Succeed:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering (ABET-accredited).
• Licensing: Registered Professional Engineer (PE) in KY (required), IN, and OH (preferred).
• Experience: 5 years in transportation infrastructure design with 3 years managing KYTC projects.
• Technical Skills:
• • ArcGIS, MicroStation/Bentley, Open Roads Designer (required)
  • AutoCAD Civil 3D (preferred)
  • Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)

What You Bring to the Team:

• A problem-solving mindset with the ability to think critically and innovate.
• Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with clients, agencies, and internal teams.
• A passion for delivering high-quality engineering solutions with attention to detail.
• A team-oriented, service-driven attitude and a desire to take on new challenges.

Our Mission

At VS Engineering, our mission is to serve the communities where we live and work, driven by our core values: Client Focused, Trust, Work Hard. Together. Knowledge.

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you're a motivated Transportation Engineering Project Manager looking to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and be part of something bigger.

Join us at VS Engineering— Let’s build something great together.