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    Civil Engineering

    Project Manager- Highways Roads

    IRVINE, United StatesHybridFull-time8+ yrs experience$103k – $172k / yearPosted 3w ago
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    Job description

    Bring your curiosity and determination to make a positive impact on the future of transport, and we’ll help you go all the way. 

    Shape the Future of Transportation with Us

    Join a dynamic team of transportation professionals dedicated to delivering innovative, sustainable, and community-focused infrastructure solutions. As a Project Manager, you’ll lead multidisciplinary teams on complex highway, roadway, and active transportation projects, collaborating with public and private sector clients to deliver impactful results from concept through construction.

    Who are we looking for?   

    GHD’s US West Region seeks an experienced and driven Project Manager – Highways/Roads to support and grow our Highways, Roads, Bridges practice throughout the California, Arizona and the US West. We’re looking for a proactive leader with a passion for delivering high-quality projects, mentoring teams, and building lasting client relationships. 

    Location

    Position can be based in any of our California offices (Irvine, Long Beach, Los Angeles, San Diego, Fresno, Concord, Santa Rosa, Roseville, San Francisco, Sacramento, San Luis Obispo, Redding, or Eureka) or Phoenix, Arizona..

    Our Hybrid Work Model: Be part of the dynamic culture!  Our workplace thrives on a hybrid model, combining in-office collaboration and flexibility.  Join us in the office three days a week to contribute, connect and excel in our vibrant environment.

    Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in: 

    • Project Leadership & Delivery: Oversee the planning, design, and delivery of transportation projects, including highways, interchanges, local roads, roundabouts, trails, and bridges. Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
    • Client & Stakeholder Engagement: Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, agencies, and stakeholders. Develop and implement stakeholder engagement strategies to foster positive relationships and ensure project success.
    • Team Management & Development: Lead and mentor multidisciplinary project teams, fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment. Support staff development through coaching, training, and performance feedback.
    • Project Controls & Financial Management: Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, and resources. Monitor project performance, prepare progress reports, and proactively address risks and issues.
    • Technical Excellence: Provide technical oversight and quality assurance for project deliverables. Ensure compliance with Caltrans, AASHTO, and local agency standards, as well as PS&E package development requirements.
    • Business Development: Lead or support proposal development, client presentations, and interviews. Identify and pursue new business opportunities with existing and prospective clients.
    • Innovation & Best Practices: Champion the adoption of innovative solutions, digital tools, and industry best practices to enhance project delivery and client value.
    • Change & Risk Management: Implement structured change management and risk mitigation strategies to ensure successful project outcomes.
    • Professional Development: Actively participate in industry organizations (e.g., ASCE, APWA, WTS) and pursue continuing education to stay current with emerging trends and best practices.

    Education

    • Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related field.

    Experience

    • 8+ years of experience in transportation project management, with a strong background in planning, design and delivery of highway and roadway projects.
    • Registered Civil Engineer in the State of California or Arizona Required
    • 8+ years of experience in transportation project management, with a strong background in planning, design and delivery of highway and roadway projects.
    • Proven experience managing projects for Caltrans, local agencies, and federally funded programs.
    • Proficiency with project management software and tools (e.g. MS Project, Earned-Value tracking, etc.).
    • Strong knowledge of Caltrans and AASHTO standards, and experience with  PS&E package development.
    • Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
    • Experience with alternative delivery methods (e.g., Design-Build, CMGC) is a plus.
    • Experience managing multi-office or multi-disciplinary teams is preferred.
    • Experience working in a consulting environment and managing multiple concurrent projects is preferred.

    As a multicultural organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race; color; religion; genetic information; national origin; sex (including same sex); sexual orientation; gender identity; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; age; disability or handicap; citizenship status; service member status; or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

    Salary Range: $103,000- $172,000 based on experience

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    About the company

    Ghd

    Established in 1928 and privately owned by our people, GHD operates across five continents - Asia, Australia, Europe, North and South America - and the Pacific region. We employ more than 9000 people in 200+ offices to deliver projects with high standards of safety, quality and ethics across the entire asset value chain. Driven by a client-service led culture, we connect the knowledge, skill and experience of our people with innovative practices, technical capabilities and robust systems to create lasting community benefits. Committed to sustainable development, GHD improves the physical, natural and social environments of the many communities in which we operate. We are guided by our workplace health, safety, quality and environmental management systems, which are certified by Lloyds Register Quality Assurance to the relevant international standards (ISO and OHSAS). In alignment with the global demands of water, energy and urbanisation, our aim is to exceed the expectations of our clients and contribute to their success.

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    Industry
    Civil Engineering
    Founded
    1928
    Open roles
    620

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