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Assistant Project Manager, Transportation - Richmond, VA
Assistant Project Manager, Transportation - Richmond, VA-March 2024
Richmond
Mar 27, 2026
About Assistant Project Manager, Transportation - Richmond, VA

  Description

  Purpose

  Apply administration, technical and management techniques for the successful completion of transportation and infrastructure projects, on time and within the allocated budget. Develop sustainable transportation solutions to make communities more livable by reducing traffic congestion, promoting multiple modes of transportation, supporting land development, and improving safety for all users.

  Key Responsibilities

  Do the Work

  Work independently and with proficiency in completing technical project tasks as needed for numerous elements of a project.

  Assist in project management or direction of tasks on projects and monitor project progress for technical accuracy and adherence to schedule and budget. 

  Assist with budgeting, staffing, scheduling, and client management tasks.

  Draft transmittals, memos, meeting minutes, letters, proposals, and other documentation/communications.

  Prepare reports, plans, specifications, construction schedules, cost estimates, permits and/or designs for projects.

  Assist in developing the scope of work for projects and development of the plan to accomplish projects. 

  Monitor project deliverable schedules and compile project status reports. 

  Provide technical assistance in the resolution of project challenges and provide technical quality control of multiple assigned projects.

  Prepare client presentations and attend public meetings.

  Review project changes, pending or anticipated alterations to the contract, additional work requests, and other factors. 

  Assist with preparation of monthly billings/project invoices. 

  Serve as the liaison between clients and agencies, subcontractors, and project teams, related to project elements, such as technical requirements, completion requirements, and billing inquiries. 

  Lead in the preparation of proposals.

  Lead the submission of technical product for a variety of project types.

  Supervise the work of project staff to ensure satisfaction of the highest professional standards.

  Follow established firm’s goals, SOPs and QA/QC procedures and assist in the QA/QC review of technical work of other staff.  

  Assist and mentor junior staff.

  Prepare and serve in a lead role for work on various analyses and design aspects of engineering projects which may include: traffic studies, traffic operations, traffic signal design, ITS design, corridor projects, lighting design, safety projects, and other associated engineering services.

  Education, Work Experience, Licensure/Certifications, and Technical Requirements

  Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field required.

  Eight or more (8+) years of professional engineering experience with an emphasis on transportation engineering or related field. 

  Demonstrated experience leading engineering projects or major task elements, with transportation engineering projects strongly preferred. 

  EIT Registration required, or alternatively, nine or more (9+) years of successful transportation engineering experience required.

  Professional Engineer (PE) Registration or ability to receive within six (6) months strongly preferred.

  Experience with the preparation of construction plans and/or studies for roadway or traffic projects required. 

  Experience directing tasks and performing QA/QC required. 

  Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

  Valid state driver's license and ability to successfully pass a motor vehicle check or reliable form of transportation to/from the office and/or project site strongly preferred.

  Technical Requirements

  Proficient knowledge of computer aided software such as MicroStation and/or AutoCAD, Synchro, HCS, AutoCAD, MicroStation, VISSIM, SIDRA, and/or BlueBeam or other engineering design software.

  Experience with AutoTurn and GuideSIGN preferred 

  Knowledge of Department of Transportation (DOT), permitting agency and industry design, permitting and construction standards, policies and procedures.  

  Knowledge of Federal and State ADA Standards and Guidelines.

  Knowledge of construction practices.

  The ability to work with minimum supervision and efficiently on technical design elements including engineering plans, calculations, reports, permit applications, specifications and engineering estimates.

  Proficient knowledge of traffic capacity analysis software.

  Success Metrics and Competencies

  Ideal candidate will consistently demonstrate...

  Ability to work both independently and within a collaborative team environment.

  Self-reliance and ability to operate independently with limited direction. 

  Ability to effectively manage multiple time-sensitive projects/tasks.

  Effective verbal and written communication skills.

  Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization and external partners.

  Effective working relationship with internal leaders and peers, as well as external clients.

  Commitment to working in partnership with others inside and outside the organization.

  High degree of discretion and ability to manage highly confidential information.

  Highly motivated and problem-solving attitude with a strong work ethic.

  Strong sense of urgency in responding to work-related and project needs.

  Commitment to promoting the reputation of the company through quality of work.

  Aspirations to grow professionally and advance within the company.

  Strong data analysis and interpretation skills.

  Basic understanding of financial reports and metrics.

  Strong marketing/business development skills and mindset.

  Commitment to driving profitability and growth.

  Commitment to becoming a “citizen” of the broader organization, breaking down barriers and silos.

  Experience with the preparation of construction plans and/or studies for roadway or transportation projects. 

  Experience directing tasks and performing QA/QC. 

  Leadership and Direction

  Receive broad guidance from senior-level management relating to overall key objectives, critical issues, new concepts, and policy matters and general parameters for execution. Manage people and processes to ensure effective execution. Review work produced by staff for quality assurance.

  Supervise the work of project personnel to ensure that it meets the highest professional standards. 

  Provide mentorship through counsel, guidance, and knowledge to junior staff as a key component to their professional development. 

  At the Operational and Company Level

  Work closely with more senior members to learn about and assist with transportation engineering and planning work.

  Assist in leading regular project staff meetings.

  Assist with the marketing of the firm’s capabilities to establish new clients and enhance relationships.

  Coordinate with other disciplines and internal services/groups/offices as necessary.

  Physical Demands and Working Environment

  Primarily indoor professional office environment which may include bright/dim light, noise, fumes, odors, and traffic.

  Mobility around an office environment.

  Frequent and prolonged use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

  Occasional outdoor work environment which may include adverse weather conditions, varying temperatures, excessive noise, and/or potential hazards.

  Mobility around a job/construction site to include walking, bending, crawling, climbing, squatting, or kneeling and wearing of required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

  Primarily local travel during the business day, although some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be required according to the needs of the business.

  Occasional lifting or carrying up to 20 pounds.

  Occasional pushing or pulling up to 20 pounds.

  Occasional reaching outward or above shoulder.

  Note: While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, it is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties from particular jobs and to assign other duties as necessary at any time with or without notice.

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  Qualifications

  Behaviors

  Preferred

  Team Player: Works well as a member of a groupMotivations

  Preferred

  Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibilityEducation

  Preferred

  Bachelors or better in Transportation Engineering

  Bachelors or better in Civil Engineering

  Licenses & Certifications

  Preferred

  Eng in Training

  Prof Engineer

  Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

  The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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