What are the responsibilities and job description for the Highway Design Project Manager position at Weston & Sampson Engineers Inc?
Weston & Sampson is currently seeking a Project Manager with highway/roadway design experience to work out of any of our New England offices. The Project Manager will demonstrate experience in leading a team of professionals in transportation projects, and in developing business in this discipline primarily with public clients such as state and county Departments of Transportation and municipalities.
What you’ll do:
- Assisting with the pursuit and execution of work associated with planning, design, and construction administration of a variety of transportation related projects for public clients.
- Managing engineers and technical staff from all disciplines as needed on a variety of projects in addition to helping develop proposals to secure project assignments, negotiating scopes of service and building and maintaining client relationships.
- The successful candidate will be expected to work with the practice and discipline leaders to assist in proposal writing with the goal of expanding a highway design group in this locale.
- Active involvement with professional organizations such as ASCE, ACEC, ITE, etc. is expected to enhance relationships with peers.
- Some travel will be required to client meetings and project sites, finish and potentially to other W&S office locations.
What you will bring:
- BS in Civil Engineering is required
- MS in Civil Engineering is a plus.
- Minimum 10 years’ experience in dealing with multiple projects and clients along with experience managing technical, budgetary and client aspects of projects.
- Licensed Professional Engineer in MA required (or ability to obtain licensure within 6 months)
- Experience with AutoCAD (Civil 3D a plus) and Bentley MicroStation (InRoads/OpenRoads a plus).
- Experience in the use of the relevant DOT Engineering Design Manual and AASHTO Green Book.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and organization and time management skills are also required.
- The ability to self-start is important.
- Valid drivers license
Overview:
At Weston & Sampson, you’ll work alongside more than 1,000 employee-owners who are passionate about improving our communities. From providing clean water to designing resilient infrastructure and sustainable environments, our work has a direct impact on quality of life. We’re looking for curious, driven professionals who want to contribute to innovative, impactful projects and grow with a team that supports them.
We are a 100% employee-owned, interdisciplinary firm offering design, engineering, and environmental services. Since our founding in 1899, we have worked to build a collaborative, forward-thinking environment grounded in respect for each other’s ideas.
We offer:
- Meaningful work: Contribute to projects that protect and enhance the natural and built environments
- Ownership mindset: As an employee-owner, your work directly contributes to our shared success
- Growth opportunities: Build your career through mentorship, diverse projects, and clear advancement pathways
- Flexible workplace: Work in a way that supports your life and not the other way around
- Strong culture: Join a team that values collaboration, inclusion, and recognition
Our Commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Access (IDEA)
We believe diverse perspectives make us stronger. Weston & Sampson is committed to fostering a culture of belonging where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered. We actively support IDEA principles across our organization and in our daily work.
Ready to transform your environment? Let’s work together.
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Salary : $100,000 - $150,000