Job Description
Senior Project Manager – Traffic Engineering (PE Required)
Orange County, CA | $140K - 200K DOE + Profit Sharing
I’m working with a well-established engineering firm in Southern California that has built a strong reputation across traffic engineering, ITS, and transportation design.
They have long-standing relationships with public agencies (including Caltrans), cities, and private developers, and continue to grow their presence across the region.
They’re looking to bring on a Senior Project Manager who can lead projects, support client relationships, and play a key role in the team’s continued growth.
The Role
This is a leadership position with a mix of technical oversight and project ownership. You’ll be responsible for:
- Managing projects from proposal through delivery
- Overseeing design, QA/QC, budgets, and schedules
- Supporting business development and client relationships
- Mentoring junior staff and guiding technical work
Projects may include:
- Traffic signal and lighting design
- ITS systems
- Traffic control plans
- Traffic studies and analysis
What They’re Looking For
- 10–15+ years of experience in traffic engineering / ITS / traffic studies
- California PE required (TE is a plus)
- Experience with Caltrans PS&E
- Strong project management and client communication skills
- Ability to balance technical work with leadership responsibilities