Highway Project Manager

About this role

Job Title: Civil Project Manager
Job Description
As a Project Manager in Highway Engineering, you will be responsible for overseeing the delivery of highway and transportation engineering projects from initiation through to completion. This role involves managing all facets of project execution, including planning, scope development, scheduling, budgeting, risk management, quality assurance, stakeholder coordination, and reporting. You will ensure that roadway and infrastructure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local transportation standards.


Responsibilities

• Manage highway and transportation projects in accordance with approved scope, schedule, and budget, ensuring compliance with TxDOT and applicable agency standards.
• Coordinate with internal engineering disciplines and subconsultants to develop clear, risk-aware project scopes and fee proposals.
• Develop and maintain Project Management Plans (PMPs) and Quality Management Plans (QMPs) tailored to transportation and roadway projects.
• Create, update, and track detailed project schedules and critical milestones.
• Manage subconsultants delivering roadway, drainage, traffic, structures, utilities, and schematic services.
• Monitor and execute project progress by identifying risks, implementing mitigation strategies, and managing change through extra work orders or open-end task authorizations.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, agencies, and stakeholders, providing regular project updates and managing expectations.
• Participate in office and project financial review meetings to track budgets, forecasts, and profitability.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with TxDOT districts, counties, municipalities, and public-sector clients to ensure successful project delivery.
• Prepare and review project progress reports, deliverables, and invoices.
• Lead project meetings, technical reviews, and clie...