Traffic Project Manager | Tampa or Orlando

Our client, a respected local Florida small to mid-sized engineering firm, is seeking an experienced, licensed Traffic Engineer to join and lead the team in either Tampa or Orlando. This is a permanent opportunity for a seasoned professional with 10+ years of experience delivering transportation and traffic projects for FDOT or local cities and counties, who can also play a key role in winning work and strengthening local business development connections.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a portfolio of traffic and transportation engineering projects across the Tampa or Orlando market, from proposal through design and delivery.

• Serve as project manager and/or technical lead on FDOT and local municipality (city and county) projects, including scope development, budgeting, scheduling, and client communication.

• Coordinate and oversee traffic studies (e.g., traffic impact analyses, operational analyses, safety studies, signal warrant studies) and ensure methodologies align with FDOT and local standards.

• Direct and review the preparation of plans, reports, and technical documentation, including traffic signal plans, signing and pavement marking plans, ITS plans, and maintenance of traffic (MOT/TTC) plans.

• Collaborate closely with FDOT and local governments to secure approvals, manage reviews, and address comments, maintaining strong working relationships with agency staff.

• Support and drive business development by identifying opportunities, leading or contributing to proposal preparation, and participating in shortlist interviews and presentations.

• Leverage existing local relationships with FDOT districts, cities, and counties to win new projects and expand the firm's presence in Central Florida.

• Mentor and guide junior and mid-level engineers, providing technical oversight, training, and career development support.

• Ensure projects comply with applicable codes, standards, and guidelines, including FDOT Design Manual, FDOT Traffic Engineering Manual, MUTCD, and local ordinances.

• Contribute to strategic planning for the traffic/transportation group, including workload forecasting, resource planning, and service-line growth.

Skills and Experience

• Licensure & Education:

  • Professional Engineer (PE) license in Florida, in good standing.

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline; a master's in transportation engineering is a plus.

• Experience Level:

  • Minimum 10 years of progressively responsible experience in traffic and transportation engineering.

  • Substantial experience delivering projects for FDOT and/or Florida cities and counties, ideally within the Tampa and Orlando regions.

• Transportation & Traffic Engineering Expertise:

  • Demonstrated experience in traffic operations, traffic safety, corridor studies, and intersection analyses.

  • Hands-on experience with traffic modeling and analysis tools (e.g., Synchro/SimTraffic, HCS, VISSIM or similar).

  • Experience preparing and reviewing traffic impact studies, signal timing plans, and operational improvement recommendations.

  • Knowledge of roadway design principles and how traffic engineering integrates with geometric design and complete streets concepts.

• Engineering & Project Management Background:

  • Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent projects, including budgets, schedules, and multi-disciplinary coordination.

  • Strong technical writing skills for reports, studies, and documentation submitted to FDOT and local governments.

  • Experience leading project teams, assigning tasks, and ensuring quality control/quality assurance (QC/QA) on all deliverables.

• Business Development & Local Connections:

  • Track record of winning work with FDOT and/or Florida cities and counties, including leading or contributing to proposals and interviews.

  • Established relationships with key decision-makers and project managers within FDOT districts and local agencies in the Tampa/Orlando area.

  • Ability to identify upcoming opportunities, position the firm, and develop capture strategies for targeted pursuits.

  • Comfortable attending industry events, client meetings, and professional organizations to represent the firm and expand its network.

• Soft Skills & Personal Attributes:

  • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to present technical information to clients and stakeholders.

  • Collaborative mindset, with the ability to work effectively across disciplines and offices.

  • Self-motivated, with a proactive approach to problem solving and client service.

  • Commitment to mentoring staff and contributing to a positive, growth-oriented team culture.

Interested?

If you are a licensed Traffic Engineer with 10+ years of relevant Florida experience, proven success delivering FDOT or local city/county projects, and a strong record of winning work and building business development connections, please reply to this email with your resume to discuss this opportunity in more detail.