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Are you ready to be a part of the strategic growth of Tetra Tech’s Transportation Division and join a dynamic group of professionals who share this common passion? Our transportation engineering and support teams are focused on providing engineering designs for the United States infrastructure to agencies around the country, including 13 state DOTs. If this sounds appealing to you, then consider our Transportation Project Manager opportunity. The position is based in Miami, FL but has the flexibility to work remotely from other locations.
The PM will prepare roadway design plans for FDOT, Florida’s Turnpike Enterprise, expressway authorities, counties, municipalities, and other agencies.
Since the candidate will have the option to work remotely, they should be self-motivated and have the ability to work independently but also enjoy working in a team environment. Previous experience designing FDOT projects is preferred. A typical day might include developing project designs and directing designers and CADD technicians to successfully execute and deliver project work while implementing client-focused strategies.
Your Role:
- Ensure projects are executed in a quality manner, consistent with contract requirements, and in accordance with the company’s standards and quality management processes and procedures.
- Develop and maintain close working relationships with clients, particularly states, counties, municipalities, and other agencies.
- Participate in business development and marketing activities, including attending meetings with clients, conferences, and industry forums.
- Lead project pursuits, including preparing letters of interest and proposals, presentations, interviews, and negotiations.
- Manage scope, schedule, and budgets of transportation projects for various clients and governmental agencies.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering required
- Professional Engineer (PE) license in the State of Florida
- 10 years of experience in the transportation engineering field
- Valid Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record
- Experience in managing projects and teams, including sub-consultants, in performing transportation design of highways and roadways.
- Experience conducting regular project reviews and oversight of quality control on all assigned projects.
- Experience working with OpenRoads Designer, FDOT Connect software, Microsoft Office software, including Word and Excel.
- FDOT experience required.
- This position could require periodic travel, approximately 15% or more
About Tetra Tech
Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 550 locations around the world. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of our employees — 28,000 associates working together to provide smart, scalable solutions for challenging projects. We are proud to be home to leading technical experts in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development.
Tetra Tech offers comprehensive benefit options that allow employees to design a plan based on individual needs and assist in planning for long-term financial security. Available benefits include health insurance, term life, disability, accidental death & dismemberment coverage, time off with pay (TOWP), 401k, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
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