Transportation Project Manager (Senior level)

Job Listing ID: 4297534 Job Title: Transportation Project Manager (Senior level)

Application Deadline: Open Until FilledJob Location: Salem

Date Posted: 06/24/2025Hours Worked Per Week: Not Provided

Shift: Not Provided

Duration of Job: Either Full or Part Time, more than 6 months

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Job Summary:

Description

Why DOWL?

DOWL is a top-ranked, multi-disciplined consulting firm with over 60 years of experience in civil engineering and related services. Our in-house expertise spans Civil and Land Development, Construction-Related Services, Transportation and Structures, and Water and Environmental Services. At DOWL, you're valued. We support your growth, offer great benefits, and foster a culture of integrity, professionalism, and teamwork.

Transportation Planning and Design

Join our dynamic team of transportation planners and designers dedicated to creating innovative, practical solutions that improve safety, connectivity, and accessibility. Collaborating closely with our traffic engineers, you'll help develop and implement roadway improvements that solve immediate traffic challenges while supporting long-term community goals. If you're passionate about shaping smarter, safer transportation systems, we'd love you to be a part of our team!

Summary

DOWL is seeking an experienced and self-driven Project Manager 2 to independently lead and deliver large, complex, and multidisciplinary projects that are high-quality, profitable, and client-focused. This role is perfect for a technically proficient professional with a broad background across disciplines, strong communication and organizational skills, and the ability to quickly grasp and act on complex technical information while also guiding others to do the same. As a Project Manager 2, you'll be responsible for both business development and project execution, combining strategic thinking with hands-on leadership. You'll shape successful marketing strategies, manage project delivery from start to finish, and build long-lasting client relationships. In addition to leading teams, you'll mentor junior staff and foster collaboration, all while maintaining a "seller-doer" mindset that drives results.

With minimal oversight, you're expected to demonstrate sound judgment, a strong work ethic, excellent interpersonal skills, and a commitment to continuous learning. This is a high-impact role for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and is ready to make a lasting contribution to DOWL's success.

Job Responsibilities and Duties

To be successful in this position, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Software

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project) - Proficient

Projectwise, Newforma, Deltek Vison, UKG, Bluebeam - Proficient

Technical Expertise

Demonstrates advanced use of technical fundamentals and judgement

Leads the project team towards the most appropriate technical solutions

Provides quality control and/or senior review of technical drawings and documents

May prepare technical documents as necessary

Teamwork, Communication, and Leadership

Demonstrates excellent communication and collaboration skills. Interact with clients, teaming partners, and contractors resulting in client loyalty. Take responsibility for personal and team results and proactively seeks to mentor others.

Project Schedule and Delivery

Strategizes and develops project schedules that balance client needs and internal capacity. Leads the team to the on-time submittal of technical work products and deliverables. Leads internal and external project meetings that lead to project success. Coordinates with resource managers to ensure adequate staffing is assigned to projects.

Understanding Scope and Budget

Demonstrates advanced proficiency preparing scope of work and fee breakdowns that result in financial success for the firm....

Job Classification: Architectural and Engineering Managers

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Compensation

Salary: Not Provided

Job Requirements

Experience Required: See Job Summary

Education Required: NoneMinimum Age: N/A

Gender: N/A