Roadway Design Project Manager

Simply Put, A Great Place to Work

Benesch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm. We enhance infrastructure and communities across the country – creating spaces and providing connections in ways that make a difference.

We pride ourselves on being nimble enough to remain responsive to client needs yet large enough to offer exceptional bench strength. As a member of our team, you’ll have an opportunity to draw from those resources when you need them and, likewise, contribute your expertise when you have something to share.

At Benesch, we are looking for candidates with varied backgrounds and worldviews. Diverse ideas come from diverse people, and we are committed to offering an inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Statistics show that women and underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for a position if they don’t meet 100% of the qualifications. If this statement resonates with you, don’t be so hard on yourself—apply for the job!

Roadway Design Project Manager

The Benesch Florida Division is seeking to add Roadway Design PE Project Managers to our growing Transportation Design practice. This is an experienced position involving exciting, challenging, and complex assignments with outstanding growth opportunities. This is a position with minimum supervision and guidance. The ideal candidate will lead the technical aspects of roadway design projects, including the ability to successfully manage budgets and schedules. The candidate must be a Seller/Doer and maintain good industry connections and relationships. Strong project and people management skills are required. The successful candidate will be enthusiastic and motivated to grow. 

Location 

This position can work out of any of our Florida offices, which include locations in Jacksonville, Ft. Lauderdale, Miami, or Tampa, on a hybrid work plan. 

The Impact You Will Have

• Perform complex and highly advanced analysis and design, assuming responsibility for the analysis
• Check and sign off on design calculations and plan elements while ensuring completeness
• Perform QA tasks on projects as assigned
• Oversee layout and/or review drawings for a project
• Review and approve project design criteria for the project components and assume responsibility for assigned design calculations and plans
• Assemble and write competent draft report sections
• Monitor and compare cost estimates to client expectations and identify anomalies and propose corrective action to the Project Manager or client as appropriate
• Communicate progress and issues to Project Manager in a timely and ongoing manner
• Identify and propose resolution to issues identified
• Train/mentor others as necessary to complete required tasks
• Continue involvement in professional organizations, seeking leadership roles
• Seek out opportunities to publish papers and develop presentations

What You Will Need

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, or higher
• PE required with 8-14 years of experience
• FDOT roadway design experience preferred
• Proficient at using MicroStation and OpenRoads
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to collaborate with others in a team environment relating to a variety of tasks
• Highly advanced understanding and knowledge of applicable codes and standards (including commentary) #LI-MF1

Explore the Benefits of Working at Benesch! 

At Benesch, we prioritize the health and wellness of our employees, understanding that their well-being is crucial for both personal and professional success. We offer a range of benefits for eligible employees, including insurance, retirement plans, and wellness programs. Our Total Rewards package is designed to support a healthy lifestyle and can be customized to meet the needs of our employees and their families. Click here to learn more about some of the benefits of working at Benesch! 

Professional Development 

• Opportunities for management and leadership development at all levels, including executive coaching and leadership development for Group Managers, Division Managers, and Executive Leaders
• Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses
• Ongoing professional development through resources like Red Vector, LinkedIn Learning, technical team meetings, knowledge-sharing training sessions 
• Personalized training and career development plans with your manager
• Funding for training, committee work, professional organization memberships, and licenses/certifications
• Support for active participation in professional organizations to foster leadership and c