Project Manager - Transportation

Where would you step in? As a valuable member of our transportation team, you will be primarily responsible for performing an array of tasks for roadway projects in support of State DOTs, Counties, Cities, and other municipalities.

You could sit in our either of our Connecticut offices (Middletown or Shelton).

We offer a hybrid work environment and flexible Fridays in the summer. Our Transportation Team and Projects The transportation team focuses on planning, designing, and overseeing the construction of infrastructure projects such as highways, roads, and bridges.

We work to ensure that these projects meet safety, efficiency, and environmental standards while accommodating current and future transportation needs.

The team collaborates with public and private stakeholders to deliver projects that enhance mobility and connectivity within communities.

What will you be doing? You will take the lead in managing and delivering complex highway, roadway, and multimodal transportation design projects.

You will oversee the entire project lifecycle, from the initial conceptual design studies through to the preparation of detailed construction documents, ensuring that all designs meet technical, regulatory, and safety standards.

Additionally, you will provide day-to-day supervision of a multidisciplinary team, guiding their work and supporting their professional growth through mentorship and technical training.

You will also be responsible for maintaining strong client relationships, acting as the primary point of contact to ensure clear and effective communication throughout the project.

Your role will include assisting with proposal development, contributing to the scope, schedule, and budget estimates, and working to secure new projects.

Moreover, you will be accountable for managing project budgets and timelines, ensuring that projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the high standards our company is known for.

Finally, you will uphold our commitment to quality by implementing rigorous quality control processes to ensure all deliverables meet or exceed client and regulatory expectations.

What do you need? To be successful as a Project Manager, you will need a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and extensive experience in highway engineering and roadway design, including the preparation of plans, profiles, cross sections, grading, utility and drainage design, engineers’ opinion of probable cost, and construction specifications.

A Massachusetts P.E.

license is required, though the ability to obtain reciprocity will also be considered.

Proficiency in MicroStation / Connect and InRoads / OpenRoads is preferred, with experience in AutoCAD and Civil3D being an added advantage.

Additionally, you should have prior experience with MassDOT project design requirements and plan preparation guidelines, with experience in other New England states being a plus.

Ways to grow your career We offer tuition reimbursement, internal training opportunities, professional membership reimbursement, conference attendance and networking opportunities.

We also offer a clear career path progression and mentorship from more experienced staff. What is the culture like? We are fully committed to the well-being of our employees, communities, and environment.

Our inclusive culture is supportive and flexible so everyone can thrive.

We genuinely like each other and enjoy events like our annual company-wide summer Lobsterfest, holiday parties, ball games, and other office activities.

Giving back is also very important at Tighe & Bond; we demonstrate our commitment by providing multiple scholarships and encouraging employees to earn more PTO by participating in our award-winning Make a Difference community service program.

Your financial future and wellness Our benefits consistently receive top marks from our employees, and they are designed for all generations, including a unique student loan repayment assistance program.

We offer up to $1,000 in wellness incentives and reimbursements each plan year, including up to $400 in rewards through completing wellness activities throughout the year and up to $600 in fitness, mind & body, and weight-loss program reimbursements.

We also offer two medical plan options including a generous PPO and an HSA eligible plan with employer contribution, dental, eye care, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, 8 holidays, PTO, optional legal insurance, discounted pet insurance, adoption assistance, spot awards, scholarships for employees’ college students, paid parental leave, Leadership in Safety awards, and recruitment and referral incentives.

The salaries are determined based on internal equity and market analysis and will vary based on the candidate’s skill and experience;

the salary range for this position is $97,121-$127,537. As an employee-owned company, we also offer generous year-end bonuses and robust deferred income benefits to help you build wealth through our matching 401(k), ESOP, and annual profit sharing.

More about Tighe & Bond We are a thriving, employee-owned engineering, design, and environmental consulting firm.

In addition to being a top ten ENR New England Design Firm, we’ve been recognized as the 2023 Employer of the Year from SMPS Boston, ranked first in the Engineering and Environmental Services categories in Banker & Tradesman's "Best of" competition in 2022, and have been honored twice with the PSMJ Circle of Excellence award.

With a team of over 500 designers, planners, scientists, and engineers, we offer creative solutions for land use, infrastructure, and building design, including addressing crucial challenges related to water resources, transportation, and both the built and natural environment throughout the Northeast.

We are committed to growth, exceptional service, and designing for a more sustainable future. Equal Opportunity Employer We are an equal opportunity employer and affords equal opportunity to all applicants and employees for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected under local, state, or federal laws.