Transportation Engineering Project Manager
My client, a locally rooted and highly respected transportation planning and design consulting firm in Seattle, is seeking a Traffic Engineering Project Manager to join their growing team. This role offers the opportunity to lead high-impact projects across the Puget Sound region-spanning both public infrastructure and private development sectors.
This is a great opportunity for someone who thrives in a collaborative, client-facing environment and enjoys delivering thoughtful, multimodal transportation solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage traffic engineering and transportation design projects from planning through final design.
Lead traffic impact studies, intersection control evaluations (ICE), signal design, and operational analysis.
Develop PS&E packages for public agency and private development projects.
Coordinate internal engineering, planning, and CAD teams.
Serve as the primary point of contact for clients and reviewing agencies.
Mentor junior staff and contribute to business development and proposal efforts.
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field
Washington PE license (or ability to obtain within 6 months)
5+ years of experience in traffic engineering, with at least 2 years in a PM or task lead role
Proficiency in Synchro/SimTraffic and traffic signal design
Familiarity with WSDOT, SDOT, and other local agency standards and submittal processes
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with multimodal corridor studies, safety projects, and Vision Zero planning
Knowledge of VISSIM, SIDRA, and HCS
Strong communication and client management skills
Experience supporting both public and private development clients
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