Senior Transportation Engineering Project Manager

Description Alta is seeking a Senior Civil Engineering Project Manager to join our growing practice in Durham. This role offers an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about active, multimodal, and sustainable transportation. You will work on designing various sustainable transportation projects aimed at positively impacting communities across the Carolinas and nationwide. Our Durham team values a multidisciplinary approach, collaborating with planners, landscape architects, graphics designers, outreach specialists, and data analysts. If you want to join an innovative organization that connects people to places while promoting social justice, safety, and environmental resilience, apply with Alta today! About Alta Alta Planning + Design is a leader in sustainable transportation, dedicated to creating active, healthy communities through planning, landscape architecture, engineering, and education programs. Founded in 1996, Alta pioneered active transportation in the U.S., evolving into a global practice that empowers people to live active, healthy lives and access their communities safely. Our core values focus on fostering places that prioritize moving people over cars, connecting communities to daily needs, and promoting healthy lifestyles. With over 28 years of experience and more than 225 staff, we are committed to social justice, safety, and environmental resilience. Day to Day The Senior Civil Engineering Project Manager will help develop livable communities across the country, working on projects from natural surface trails to large arterial multi-use paths, and regional bicycle and trail networks. Responsibilities include: Managing transportation projects from design through construction, ensuring project success and managing budgets. Implementing best practices and process improvements. Mentoring staff and supporting professional development. Providing technical leadership and collaborating with other disciplines. Preparing project schedules, budgets, and scopes of work. Balancing workload and supporting regional business development. Ensuring quality control of team deliverables. Qualifications Required 12+ years of experience as a Transportation Engineer in consulting or public sector; 5+ years as a Project Manager; 3+ years managing staff. Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering. PE or TE licensure. Experience in active, non-motorized transportation and federally funded projects. Proven ability to prepare plans, specifications, and estimates for roadway projects. Strong leadership, initiative, and project management skills. Willingness to travel. Proficiency in MS Office, AutoCAD or MicroStation, and project management tools. Preferred Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field. Experience managing large projects for private and public clients. Experience with Deltek Vision and active participation in professional associations. What We Offer Flexible Schedule:

Hybrid work model with most days remote; in-office work in Downtown Durham, near amenities and trails. Compensation:

$120,000–$170,000 annually, based on experience. Benefits:

Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) match, PTO, holidays, parental leave, wellness reimbursement, travel benefits, and professional development. Our culture values flexibility, work-life balance, and community engagement.

#J-18808-Ljbffr