Transportation Project Manager

Transportation Project Manager

Location : Northeast Ohio (Akron / Cleveland area)

Employment Type : Full Time | Hybrid Flexibility Available

Salary Range : $100,000–$125,000+ (plus benefits and bonus potential)

About the Opportunity

A highly regarded, multidisciplinary firm with deep roots in civil engineering, planning, transportation, and environmental design is seeking an experienced Transportation Project Manager to lead impactful community infrastructure projects across Ohio.

This firm is known for pairing technical excellence with a genuine commitment to improving quality of life—through the design of safer roads, connected trails, and sustainable transportation networks. It’s an ideal opportunity for someone who thrives in a collaborative, mission-driven environment and wants to see their work make a visible difference in the communities they serve.

️ Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage a variety of transportation, trail, roadway, and multimodal projects for both public and private clients.

Oversee planning, design, scheduling, budgeting, and quality control from concept to completion.

Supervise and mentor engineers, planners, and technicians—fostering professional growth within the team.

Serve as the client’s primary point of contact, maintaining clear communication and trust throughout project lifecycles.

Prepare proposals, contracts, and scopes of work, ensuring alignment with budgets and timelines.

Present to clients, stakeholders, and community groups with confidence and professionalism.

Identify project risks, funding sources, and new business opportunities that support continued team growth.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering , Landscape Architecture , Planning , or related discipline.

8+ years of experience in transportation, roadway, or trail project management.

Demonstrated understanding of plan production, scheduling, and budget management.

Professional license or certification preferred (PE, PLA / RLA, AICP, etc.).

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, CAD, and related design software.

Strong communication, presentation, and organizational skills.

Proven ability to lead teams and manage client relationships with professionalism and integrity.

What Makes This Opportunity Stand Out

Hybrid work options and flexible scheduling to support work-life balance.

Diverse project portfolio—ranging from greenways and complete streets to community connectivity and infrastructure improvements.

Collaborative, people-first culture where ideas are valued and every team member has a voice.

Competitive compensation and benefits package including 401(k), paid time off, wellness programs, and professional development support.

A chance to make a tangible, positive impact through community-focused design.

If you’re ready to step into a leadership role where purpose, innovation, and collaboration intersect , this could be your next great move.

Apply confidentially by sending your resume to brittany.ungerecht@gogpac.com  !

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.