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Senior Transportation Project Manager

Weston & Sampson Engineers Inc
Columbia, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 5/20/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/18/2026

Weston & Sampson is seeking an experienced Senior Transportation Project Manager to lead roadway, bridge, and infrastructure projects across the Southeast. This position will play a key role in managing the development and delivery of DOT and local government transportation projects, including roadway widening, intersection improvements, corridor studies, and multimodal enhancements.


What you’ll do:

  • Manage and deliver transportation design projects in accordance with SCDOT and FHWA standards.
  • Oversee the development of preliminary roadway plans, right-of-way plans, and final construction plans.
  • Coordinate project activities including surveying, traffic engineering, hydraulics, utilities, and environmental compliance.
  • Lead project scheduling, budgeting, and progress reporting to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.
  • Serve as primary client liaison for DOT’s, counties, municipalities, and partner agencies.
  • Supervise and mentor engineering staff, providing technical guidance and professional development.
  • Review and approve plans, specifications, cost estimates, and QA/QC documentation.
  • Participate in proposal preparation, contract negotiation, and business development efforts.
  • Support construction-phase services, including RFIs, shop drawing reviews, and field coordination.

What you’ll bring:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field (Master’s preferred).
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license in South Carolina, North Carolina, Georgia, or Florida (or ability to obtain within 6 months).
  • Minimum 10 years of experience in roadway, bridge and transportation project design and management.
  • Proven track record managing DOT county and/or municipal roadway design projects from concept through PS&E.
  • Strong understanding of DOT Design Manuals, AASHTO standards, MUTCD, and project delivery processes.
  • Exceptional communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
  • Experience leading multidisciplinary design teams and managing subconsultants.

Weston & Sampson is an 100% employee-owned, full-service environmental and infrastructure consulting firm made up of more than 1,000 professionals, who work together to develop innovative, cost-effective solutions for our clients. Since our founding in 1899, Weston & Sampson’s mission has been to protect, improve, and sustain the natural and built environment to enhance the quality of life. As we grow, we are seeking dedicated technical and professional individuals who want to collaborate on meaningful projects with a team that respects and values their ideas. Weston & Sampson offers a flexible work environment, competitive compensation, industry-leading benefits, and exciting career growth opportunities—all in a supportive and dynamic corporate culture that embraces diverse perspectives and recognizes people for their contributions.


Weston & Sampson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace the rich perspectives and experiences that arise from people of different races, ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientation, gender identities, ages, socio-economic statuses, abilities, and religions, as well as other untapped groups, within our Weston & Sampson family and the communities we serve. Weston & Sampson is committed to the principles of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access (IDEA). Our goal is to foster a sense of belonging and equitable representation across our organization and to empower our employees to incorporate IDEA values into the work they perform.


Your world is always changing, and so are we. Join us as we grow: https://www.westonandsampson.com/join-our-team/


A Note to Third-Party Recruiters:

Weston & Sampson coordinates all recruiting and hiring at our company. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters, staffing agencies, or related firms. Resumes are only accepted if a signed agreement is in place.  All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Weston & Sampson. Weston & Sampson is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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