Senior Project Manager (Traffic Engineer)

Job Description

Job DescriptionSenior Project Manager (Traffic Engineer) Senior Project Manager (Traffic Engineer)

Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager with a traffic engineering background and a Professional Engineer (PE) license to lead complex transportation projects from conception through construction. The role combines technical leadership in traffic analysis and roadway design with project and client management responsibilities. The successful candidate will deliver highquality engineering solutions, mentor project teams, manage budgets and schedules, and grow client relationships while ensuring compliance with professional and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multidisciplinary traffic engineering projects from scope development through design, permitting, and construction support.
• Serve as primary client contact, build and maintain strong client relationships, and lead proposals and presentations to secure new work.
• Provide technical oversight for traffic studies, signal and intersection design, capacity analysis, safety assessments, and multimodal transportation planning.
• Prepare, review, and approve engineering deliverables, reports, plans, and specifications to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with standards.
• Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, staffing plans, and resource allocation to meet project objectives and firm profitability goals.
• Perform QA/QC on technical products and coordinate project reviews with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Coordinate with public agencies, utilities, contractors, and other stakeholders to facilitate approvals, permits, and project delivery.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers and project staff, fostering a collaborative and highperformance team environment.
• Utilize traffic modeling and simulation tools to support design decisions and provide clear technical recommendations.
• Support business development efforts including proposal writing, scope and fee development, and client presentations.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license in the relevant state or the ability to obtain reciprocity within a reasonable timeframe.
• Minimum 8 years of progressive experience in civil/traffic engineering with at least 5 years in a project management or senior technical lead role.
• Demonstrated experience as a Senior Project Manager delivering transportation projects, including traffic studies, signal design, intersection improvements, and roadway design.
• Strong knowledge of traffic engineering principles, modeling, operations, safety analysis, and industry standards.
• Proficiency with design and drafting software; experience with AutoCAD is desirable.
• Experience with traffic analysis and simulation tools; Synchro and HCS experience is a plus.
• Excellent client management, communication, presentation, and leadership skills.
• Proven ability to manage project budgets, schedules, and multidisciplinary teams to achieve project goals.
• Willingness to travel to project sites and client meetings as required and a valid drivers license.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package including profit sharing, 401(k) plan, flexible work hours, medical and dental coverage, paid time off, and paid holidays - For this position, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa. CyberCoders will consider for Employment in the City of Los Angeles qualified Applicants with Criminal Histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring (Ban the Box) Ordinance.This job was first posted by CyberCoders on 04/11/2026 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed.CyberCoders is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, status as a crime victim, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our hiring process includes AI screening for keywords and minimum qualifications. Recruiters review all results. CyberCoders will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local law, including but not limited to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act. CyberCoders is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. Individuals needing special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment can contact a member of our Human Resources team at Benefits@CyberCoders.com to make arrangements.