DesignForce is hiring: Highway Design Project Manager in Fairfax County

Now Hiring: Project Manager - Highway Design

Are you interested in using your transportation engineering passion and expertise and leadership capabilities to help elevate a growing roadway design department?

Our client is seeking a Project Manager to join their Roadway Design team in their brand new, vibrant Fairfax County based office! Our client is a people-driven multi-disciplinary land development, transportation, landscape architecture, planning, and land survey firm that proudly services the Northern Virginia region. Their commitment to community, strong relationships, talented staff, and technical expertise has allowed them to cultivate a diverse portfolio featuring high-profile public and private developments across the DMV.

As a Project Manager on our client's Roadway team, you will be responsible for leading and managing transportation projects, client management, strategic design, and supporting younger staff members. You will advance the discipline of transportation for their firm with a focus on mentorship, staff development, project execution, and financial operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Design roadway alignments and geometric layouts for roads, intersections, and transportation facilities, prioritizing safety and accessibility for all users.
• Provide technical expertise during construction, reviewing plans, resolving design challenges, and monitoring project progress.
• Assist in tracking project progress, budgets, and schedules to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery.
• Collaborate closely with industry-leading professionals, government agencies, and contractors to drive project success.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior engineers, fostering their technical growth, problem-solving skills, and professional development.
• Utilize working knowledge of VDOT, state and local standards, policies, and procedures.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering
• Possession or pursuit of a Professional Engineering License (P.E.)
• Proficiency in using industry-standard design software such as Microstation, Open Roads, AutoCAD, and Civil 3D.
• At least 6 years of transportation design experience
• Knowledge of VDOT policies, procedures, and documents

What They Offer

Our client's benefits reflect their inclusive values and are designed to ensure that their employees lead happy, healthy, and balanced lives. Their robust benefits package includes:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(K) with company match.
• Flexible Hybrid Work Options with Dual Workspace Setup.
• Robust Professional Development Support.
• Competitive Paid Time Off and Paid Company Holidays.
• On-Demand External Career Coach.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Our client is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veteran or disabled status.