Senior Project Manager - Roadway Engineer

Lochmueller Group • Columbus OH • 4d ago

We are looking for an experienced and entrepreneurial Senior Roadway Engineer to join our firm in Columbus, Ohio. In this pivotal role, you will lead the charge in not only managing roadway design projects but also spearheading our efforts to grow our team and establish our presence in the regional market. This position offers a unique opportunity for a forward-thinking professional to make a significant impact on our organization's growth trajectory while perpetuating our core values and driving innovation and excellence in transportation engineering.

Lochmueller Group is a regional engineering consulting firm with an emphasis on infrastructure. We provide multi-disciplined services for a variety of public agencies and private entities, including transportation design; water resources design; environmental analysis & permitting; construction engineering & inspection; traffic engineering & transportation planning; surveying; and land acquisition & appraisal. Our transportation design team offers a variety of services, but most of our work involves roadway and bridge design for various local agencies and state DOT’s.

For over 40 years, Lochmueller Group has helped communities reinvent their future through thoughtful, actionable planning and design. Our dedication to building a team that demonstrates our corporate values (CARDIA) is what sets us apart:

CARDIA: Creativity; Accountability; Respect; Dedication; Integrity; Achievement

Lochmueller Group provides an excellent workplace culture established by our people who share these values. We are a 100% employee-owned company, and our people are invested in the success and continued development of each other and the firm. This is a great place to build a career and grow with a company that is dedicated to quality and service.

Key responsibilities of this role will include:

Team Growth and Leadership: Collaborate with corporate staff and management to build a high-performing roadway design engineering team; As the team grows, lead and manage a team or teams, including engineers and technicians. Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members. Foster a positive workplace culture, exemplifying the company’s core values. Ensure the professional growth and development of department team members. Guide the team to deliver high-quality results.
Project Management and Delivery: Manage local agency and DOT roadway design projects. Ensure project deliverables are completed on time and within budget. Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of roadway design projects. Plan, organize, and direct activities of project teams and/or direct reports, including project management, design, and construction oversight. Perform QC/QA as needed.
Business Development and Client Relations: Coordinate with the Roadway Discipline Leader and Regional Leader to develop and implement strategies for regional market penetration. Develop new client relationships and seek out opportunities for new business with local agency and DOT clients. Represent the company at industry events and expand the company’s brand recognition within the region. Collaborate with the company’s other service lines to effectively promote our capabilities and cross-sell services. Coordinate with clients, stakeholders, and regulatory agencies to ensure compliance with regulations and specifications.
You may also be involved in other various responsibilities and projects in this role.

Qualifications for this role:

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering
Professional Engineer (PE)
15+ years of progressive experience in roadway design with extensive ODOT experience
Demonstrated leadership capabilities
Experience with project management and accounting software
Exceptional organization skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office products including: Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work individually or as part of a team

What we offer:

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – Become an employee-owner!
Rich coverage for major medical insurance
Flexible scheduling and telecommuting options
401(k) plan with company match
Basic life insurance (with option for additional voluntary life insurance)
Short-Term and Long-Term disability insurance
Generous vacation and sick leave
Student loan repayment benefit

Lochmueller Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Lochgroup fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected by federal, state, and local laws. Some of the content in this job post may have been auto-generated using advanced AI.

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