Jacobs · 8 hours ago
Senior Project Manager - Roadway/Highway
Atlanta, GA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$134K/yr - $185K/yr
12+ years expJacobs is a company focused on solving critical problems for thriving cities and resilient environments. The Senior Project Manager will lead transportation infrastructure projects, manage multidisciplinary teams, and foster strong client relationships while ensuring project delivery aligns with Jacobs' mission of sustainable solutions.
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Responsibilities
Lead the planning, design, and delivery of roadway and highway projects, from concept through construction
Manage project scope, schedule, budget, and quality to ensure successful outcomes
Coordinate with clients, stakeholders, and internal teams to ensure alignment and satisfaction
Oversee design elements including roadway geometry, drainage, site layout, and utility coordination
Support business development efforts and help grow Jacobs’ transportation portfolio in Georgia
Guide and mentor mid‑level staff to promote team development and technical excellence
Ensure compliance with applicable design standards, including AASHTO and GDOT guidelines
Promote Jacobs’ culture of inclusion, innovation, and sustainability in every project
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited university
Registered Professional Engineer (PE) in GA or obtainable in 6 months
Substantial professional years of experience in managing transportation infrastructure projects
Previous experience tracking project invoicing including billable hours, expenses and project milestones
Proven experience with DOTs and local government clients, especially GDOT
Willing to do occasional local travel for project-related tasks and meetings
Preferred
12+ professional years of experience in managing transportation infrastructure projects
Established local client relationships with GDOT
Excellent communication, analytical, and time management skills
Demonstrated leadership in project delivery and client engagement
Strong proposal and technical writing skills
Technical understanding of highway/roadway design standards including horizontal and vertical geometrics, drainage, utilities, traffic signals, signing, lighting, erosion and sediment control practices, stormwater management, and specifications
Strong understanding of AASHTO design guidelines and their practical application
Proof of performing quality control practices through all phases of design and plans production
Experience with MicroStation and OpenRoads Designer, plus other relevant design software
Active engagement in professional organizations
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Basic life insurance
A 401(k) plan
The ability to purchase company stock at a discount
A deferred compensation plan
The Executive Deferral Plan
Unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees
Seven paid holidays
One floating holiday
Caregiver leave
Additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock
Company
Jacobs
Jacobs leads the global professional services sector delivering solutions for a more connected, sustainable world.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.1B2023-08-18Post Ipo Debt· $600M
2023-02-16Post Ipo Debt· $500M
1980-09-26IPO
Leadership Team
Bob Pragada
Chair & Chief Executive Officer at Jacobs
Paul Friedman
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Recent News
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