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Senior Traffic Project Manager


Job Location:

Riverside, CA - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 135000 - 180000
Posted: 29 September 2026 (11 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 27 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Senior Traffic Project Manager

Riverside CA

Our client an established engineering consulting firm is looking for a Senior Traffic Project Manager to lead complex high-impact transportation and traffic engineering projects.

This is an opportunity to play a key role in projects that improve safety mobility and connectivity within the communities they serve. The right person will bring strong technical expertise proven project leadership and the ability to build trusted relationships with clients public agencies and project stakeholders.

Youll guide projects from early planning and traffic analysis through design and completion influence critical technical decisions lead multidisciplinary teams and help identify new opportunities for growth.

Youll also mentor developing engineers and help strengthen the firms traffic engineering practice. The company is looking for a collaborative forward-thinking leader who is excited to make a meaningful impact on its projects clients and team.

Senior Project Manager Responsibilities

  • Manage assigned transportation and engineering projects from initiation through completion.
  • Define project priorities timelines resources and expected outcomes.
  • Coordinate project activities among internal teams clients consultants and other stakeholders.
  • Provide direction and support to technical staff throughout project execution.
  • Review project work products to ensure they meet applicable requirements and quality standards.
  • Communicate regularly with clients and project stakeholders regarding progress priorities and project needs.
  • Track project schedules budgets resources and overall performance.
  • Assist with proposals presentations client meetings and other business development activities.
  • Support efforts to maintain and develop long-term client relationships.
  • Identify potential project opportunities and contribute to the growth of the practice.
  • Address project issues and coordinate appropriate solutions as they arise.
  • Provide guidance and mentorship to less experienced team members.

Senior Project Manager Qualifications

  • Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
  • Active Professional Engineer (PE) license.
  • At least 10 years of relevant engineering or transportation experience.
  • At least 2 years of project management experience.
  • Experience with transportation traffic or infrastructure projects.
  • Familiarity with relevant engineering and analysis software.
  • Strong leadership communication and organizational skills.
  • Experience with clients proposals or business development preferred.
  • Professional traffic certification is a plus.

Benefits & Appreciation

  • PTO holidays and sick time
  • 401k match
  • Employee stock ownership plan
  • Annual discretionary bonus

Compensation: $135000 - $180000 per year


Required Experience:

Senior IC


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