Project Manager

Project Manager – Transportation Drainage & Stormwater Saunders Staffing Agency is seeking a highly skilled Project Manager to lead linear transportation-related drainage and stormwater projects. This is a hybrid role (3 days in-office, 2 days remote) designed for a Civil Engineer with a strong background in VDOT standards and a passion for managing multidisciplinary teams. As a Project Manager with our clients team, you will be responsible for the full project lifecycle—from scope and budget development to stakeholder communication and technical quality assurance. Key Responsibilities Project Leadership: Manage project scope, schedules, and budgets for complex drainage and stormwater modeling projects. Technical Execution: Develop project-specific plans, cost estimates, and reports; prepare complex stormwater models and oversee design milestone submittals. Team Management: Coordinate internal team members and subconsultants; provide continuous performance management, coaching, and mentorship. Client & Stakeholder Relations: Build strong relationships with clients to ensure project requirements are met; prepare progress reports and review invoices. Business Development: Assist leadership with the marketing process, including proposal development and shortlist interviews. Compliance: Ensure all staff and project deliverables comply with established quality control policies and procedures. Required Qualifications Education: Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering or a related field from an ABET-accredited program. Experience: 8+ years of relevant transportation engineering experience. Licensure: Virginia PE license (Professional Engineer) or the ability to obtain one within 6 months of hire. Industry Knowledge: Proven experience with VDOT and locally administered VDOT transportation/infrastructure projects. Software Proficiency: Expert knowledge of Bentley products (MicroStation and ProjectWise), Microsoft Office, and SharePoint. Soft Skills: Strong communication and mentorship abilities with a track record of delivering concurrent projects on time. Preferred Skills DEQ Erosion and Sediment Control or Stormwater Plan Reviewer certification. Experience with 1D or 2D PCSWMM Modeling . Familiarity with various delivery methods (Design-Bid-Build, Design-Build, P3). Established relationships with local county or state-level clients. Working Conditions & Physical Requirements Environment: 95% general office environment; 5% field work which may involve exposure to outdoor weather conditions. Physical: Occasional standing, walking, and the ability to lift up to 25 lbs as needed during field visits. Travel: Periodic travel is required for site visits and client meetings.