Senior Project Manager

Are you a skilled leader with an entrepreneurial spirit ready to make an impact in a thriving and growing practice

Otak is seeking an experienced Transportation Senior Project Manager to join our growing Puget Sound team. This position is based in our Redmond WA office. You willtake charge of building strong client relationships positioning Otaks services to drive business growth and managing diverse multi-disciplinary transportation projects. These projects include municipal roadways; transit infrastructure such as bus rapid transit corridors train stations and multimodal hubs; and grading drainage and utility systems for both new and existing public clients. The ideal candidate brings established client connections excellent communication skills and a passion for collaboration and team leadership. Self-motivated and enthusiastic youll play a pivotal role in mentoring staff and contributing to the success of a well-established yet growing practice. If youre ready to lead impactful projects across the region and join an innovative team we want to hear from you!

In this role you will:

• Participate inbusiness development activities including client meetings and preparation ofproposals while developing and maintaining strong client relationships.
• Oversee design services for roadway grading drainage utilities and erosion control in conformance with local state and federal regulations for a variety of public agencies including transportation and transit related improvements such as transit corridors bus rapid transit park-and-ride facilities municipal roadways pedestrian and bicycle enhancements and operational safety upgrades.
• Oversee preparation of specifications and cost estimates.
• Plan and coordinate projects with limited supervision.
• Assist in assigning duties and schedules to team member.
• Prepare project scope schedule and budget.
• Provide construction support services.
• Guide and mentor internal team members and support their professional development.
• Take active role in quality control and quality assurance (QA/QC) program.

What you bring:

• Bachelors in Civil Engineering from an accredited four-year college or university or equivalent education is required.
• Minimum of 15 years of experience as a Civil Engineer with an emphasis on transportation public infrastructure drainage utilities and civic projects for municipal clients including transportation and transit related planning design and project delivery.
• Experience working with transit agencies such as Community Transit Sound Transit King County Metro WSDOT or similar organizations.
• Valid Professional Engineer (PE) license in the State of Washington required or ability to obtain within six months.
• Proven ability to build and maintain strong client relationships while driving business growth.
• Demonstrated leadership skills strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work with various teams throughout the organization.
• Demonstrated experience with AutoCAD/Civil 3D (MicroStation experience helpful).

Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate experience qualifications and work location as well as market and business considerations.

Salary range: $135000 - $185000 per year

Benefits

At our core we believe that supporting our communities begins with supporting our employees. No matter what stage youre at in your career we have a comprehensive total rewards program to enhance your quality of life help support your family and assist you in achieving your personal and professional goals. Otak employees enjoy competitive salaries; discretionary performance bonuses; no-cost medical dental vision life and disability insurance HRA/HSA; a 401(k)-retirement match that is 100% vested immediately; a hybrid work schedule; Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual based on your industry experience rather than your seniority plus 9 paid holidays per year; a commuter allowance (based on your office location); support for your professional registration and/or certification fees; and much more! If you are out of the area and interested in relocating for this opportunity relocation assistance may be provided.

Why work at Otak

Were not just looking for skills and experience having shared values is just as important! When you work at Otak you arent just joining a firm youre joining a community. We believe our best work happens in a culture of collaboration and inclusion where the expertise of diverse individuals can thrive in a foundation of teamwork. The work environment we create is built on a simple concept: working on interesting projects with interesting people. However we dont just believe in cultivating our own community; were also committed to enriching the communities around us with smart creative solutions. We know our employees make an investment in us so were committed to making an investment in them. Seasoned experts and young professionals work together to encourage personal growth and skill development at all experience levels. Plus were expanding and were dedicated to developing an internal infrastructure with the strength and talent to support that growth.

Equal Opportunity

At Otak we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to cultivating a workplace that is inclusive equitable and respectful for all. We believe that diverse perspectives enrich our work environment fuel innovation and are essential to our collective success.

We are dedicated to maintaining a workplace that is free from discrimination harassment and bias. Every individual at Otak is valued included and treated with dignity and respect. We do not tolerate discrimination based on race color religion sex (including pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions) sexual orientation gender identity or expression national origin age disability veteran status or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal state or local laws.

All employment decisions including those related to recruitment hiring training promotion compensation benefits and termination are based on business needs job requirements and individual qualifications. We strive to ensure that our practices uphold fairness and equity at every stage of the employment lifecycle.

Our Vision for an Inclusive Workplace

We are committed to creating an environment where:

• Diverse identities are embraced and differences are valued as a source of strength.
• Every employee feels safe to be their authentic self and contributes meaningfully.
• Unique perspectives are encouraged and open dialogue is welcomed to foster innovation.
• Curiosity replaces judgment and respectful engagement is prioritized in all interactions.
• Relationships are built on mutual trust dignity and respect forming the foundation of our workplace culture.

We provide reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities including pregnant employees to ensure an accessible and supportive work environment. If you require assistance or accommodations during the application process or in the workplace please contactOtaks People Services Departmentat.

Join us in shaping a more inclusive future!