Senior Project Manager - Traffic Engineering at AMT Engineering

Charleston, South Carolina, United States

AMT Engineering Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Transportation, Traffic Engineering, Civil EngineeringIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field from an ABET accredited program
  • Professional Engineering (PE) License
  • Minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in traffic engineering and design
  • Proven track record of successful project management and client interaction
  • Proficiency with Bentley Microstation, OpenRoads Designer, and Synchro
  • Preferred experience with VISSIM, TransModeler, GuideSIGN, and SimTraffic 11/12
  • Preferred experience with SCDOT / NCDOT specifications and procedures
  • Preferred IMSA Traffic Signal II Certification
  • PTOE and/or RSP is a plus
  • Ability to communicate clearly, promptly, and professionally using phone, email, and in-person with clients and colleagues across the southeastern US
  • Some travel required, plus ability to physically inspect roadside traffic equipment without assistance

Responsibilities

  • Manage complex transportation and traffic engineering projects
  • Lead a team to produce detailed traffic design plans including signals, signage, pavement markings, and temporary traffic control plans for state DOTs and local agencies
  • Lead traffic operations studies and conceptual designs for a wide range of transportation projects
  • Apply technical software such as Synchro, HCS, VISSIM, TransModeler to analyze traffic patterns and design solutions
  • Provide technical guidance, mentoring, and supervision of engineering staff
  • Perform QA/QC of plans and construction specifications
  • Participate and/or lead field visits, data collection, and construction support as needed
  • Lead a team to prepare technical documentation, reports, and specifications for submittals
  • Stay current with traffic design standards
  • Be involved with industry organizations such as ACEC-SC, ASHE-SC, APWA, and SCITE
  • Conduct Traffic Operations Analyses & Development of Transportation Improvement Alternatives
  • Perform Traffic Impact Studies
  • Conduct Roadway Safety Audits
  • Manage Traffic Signal and Corridor Retiming involving travel time studies, simulation modeling, field implementation, and fine-tuning of traffic signal timing plans
  • Design Traffic Signal and Signal Systems (primarily using NCDOT and SCDOT design guidelines)
  • Perform Traffic Signal and ITS Equipment In-Lab Testing
  • Design Signing and Pavement Markings

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

SynchroHCSVISSIMTransModelerTraffic Signal DesignTraffic Impact AnalysisRoad Safety AuditsCorridor Signal TimingQA/QCTraffic Operations Studies

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the location for this Senior Project Manager role?

The position is based in the Charleston, SC office.

What salary or compensation is offered for this position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What are the key qualifications and skills required for this role?

Candidates need a Bachelor’s or Master’s in Civil Engineering, PE License, 15+ years in traffic engineering and design, proficiency with Bentley Microstation, OpenRoads Designer, and Synchro, plus proven project management and client interaction experience.

What does the team structure look like for this position?

The role involves leading a team of traffic engineering and design professionals.

What makes a strong candidate for this Senior Project Manager position?

Strong candidates have 15+ years in traffic engineering, PE license, proficiency in key software like Microstation, Synchro, and experience with SCDOT/NCDOT standards, plus certifications like IMSA Traffic Signal II, PTOE, or RSP.

AMT Engineering

Multidisciplinary civil engineering and surveying services

About AMT Engineering

AMT Engineering

700 King Farm Blvd # 300, Rockville, MD 20850, USAHeadquarters
1955Year Founded
VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage
Consulting, Industrial & ManufacturingIndustries
201-500Employees

Benefits

Tiered Medical Coverage
Dental/Vision
401(k)
Short and Long Term Disability
College Savings Plan
Life Insurance
PTO
Holidays
Trainings/Certifications

Land your dream remote job 3x faster with AI