Senior Project Manager, Transportation

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Youngstown, Akron, or Cleveland, Ohio

Are you ready to take your career to the next level and make a meaningful impact in the transportation industry? ms consultants is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to join our growing team in the Northeastern Ohio Transportation Group. If you're passionate about leading complex transportation projects and working in a collaborative, innovative environment, this is your chance to make a real difference.

We know work-life balance is important and offer paid time off and flexible work schedules for when you need it, in addition to company paid holidays. Our focus on work-life balance also includes a hybrid work option, giving you the flexibility to work in the office and  a family‑owned company, we treat our talented teams as more than just numbers. We’re committed to building thriving communities, smarter cities, and a brighter future — and we want you to be a part of it.

At ms consultants, inc., we provide comprehensive transportation engineering services for projects of all sizes — from major interstate systems to local roads. Our services include roadway and intersection design, corridor improvements, bridge replacement and rehabilitation, and environmental documentation. Our expert team of engineers works closely together to deliver innovative, cost‑effective, and sustainable transportation solutions that benefit communities and enhance infrastructure across the regions.

As a Senior Project Manager, you will play a key role in the development and execution of transportation engineering projects. This includes overseeing the day‑to‑day design and management of projects for a wide range of clients. With your leadership and technical expertise, you’ll ensure that our clients continue to receive high‑quality, cost‑effective solutions — a standard ms consultants has been delivering for over 50 years.

Key responsibilities include:

• Project Leadership:
  Manage the day‑to‑day activities of transportation projects, including staff coordination, budget oversight, and schedule management.
• Roadway Design:
  Oversee the design and preparation of roadway plans for highway and local road projects.
• Quality Assurance:
  Lead quality review processes and perform internal technical reviews to ensure plans meet the highest standards.
• Mentorship:
  Provide feedback, guidance, and mentorship to junior engineers, fostering a culture of learning and development.
• Client Relations:
  Participate in client presentations, demonstrating technical expertise and building strong, lasting relationships with clients.
• Project Coordination:
  Prepare project schedules, estimate manpower needs, and manage proposals, scope‑of‑work, and fees.
• Scope Management:
  Recognize scope changes, assist in negotiating contract modifications, and ensure client expectations are met.
• Collaborative Teamwork:
  Work closely with engineers, technicians, and administrative staff to ensure successful project execution.

We’re looking for a Senior Project Manager with a strong mix of technical expertise, leadership skills, and the ability to thrive in a collaborative team environment. The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience:
  
  Proven experience in the design and preparation of plans for both interstate and local road/street projects.
• Licensing:
  Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Ohio or the ability to obtain one within six months of hire.
• Project Management Expertise:
  Demonstrated experience managing transportation projects, including budgets, schedules, and teams.
• Mentorship and Leadership:
  Experience in a mentorship or supervisory role, with a passion for developing junior staff.
• Technical Proficiency:
  Knowledge of ODOT and FHWA standards, and experience with Micro Station, GeoPAK, and Open Roads.
• Strong Communication:
  Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with internal teams and communicate effectively with clients.
• Independence and Teamwork:
  Ability to work independently while also thriving in a collaborative,…