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Job description
Right-of-Way (ROW) engineering
Senior Project Manager – Transportation (NJDOT)
Location
New Jersey
STV is seeking an accomplished Senior Project Manager to lead major transportation infrastructure projects for the New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) and other public‑sector clients. This is a leadership opportunity for a licensed Professional Engineer with a proven history of managing complex transportation projects from planning and preliminary engineering through final design, construction, and project closeout.
The successful candidate will oversee multidisciplinary teams, maintain responsibility for project performance, and serve as a trusted advisor to clients and stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
What You’ll Do
Project Leadership & Delivery
Lead large, complex transportation infrastructure projects from Preliminary Engineering through Construction Completion.
Manage project scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk to ensure successful delivery.
Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams, subconsultants, and technical specialists.
Oversee preparation and delivery of design documents, engineering reports, and project submissions.
Serve as the primary point of contact for clients and project stakeholders.
Client & Stakeholder Management
Build and maintain strong relationships with NJDOT, NJTA, municipalities, regulatory agencies, and project partners.
Facilitate collaboration among project teams, clients, and stakeholders.
Lead project meetings and provide clear communication on project status, risks, and milestones.
Support public outreach initiatives and stakeholder engagement activities.
Regulatory & Technical Oversight
Ensure compliance with NJDOT, FHWA, and applicable federal, state, and local requirements.
Manage environmental review efforts and coordinate NEPA documentation and approvals.
Oversee quality management processes and adherence to transportation design standards.
Provide technical guidance on highway, bridge, structural, traffic, utility, and roadway improvement projects.
Construction Support
Support construction engineering and inspection activities during project delivery.
Review shop drawings, construction schedules, and contractor submissions.
Coordinate Change of Plans and other construction‑phase engineering activities.
Work closely with construction teams to resolve technical challenges and support successful project execution.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
Professional Engineer (PE) license in New Jersey.
15+ years of progressive transportation engineering and project management experience.
Demonstrated experience managing major transportation projects for NJDOT, NJTA, or similar public agencies.
Strong leadership, communication, and client management skills.
Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and managing multiple stakeholders.
Successful management of a NJDOT project as PM through construction
Preferred Experience
Successful candidates will have experience in one or more of the following areas:
Transportation Design
Highway and roadway design
Geometric design
Drainage and stormwater systems
Traffic engineering and roadway safety
Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS)
Pavement design
Maintenance and Protection of Traffic (MPT)
Right-of-Way (ROW) engineering
Utility coordination and relocation
Structural Engineering
Bridge replacement and rehabilitation
Geotechnical and foundation design
Retaining walls
Structural and substructure design
Environmental & Regulatory
FHWA and NEPA processes
Environmental documentation and agency coordination
Construction Engineering
Shop drawing reviews
Construction schedule reviews
Change of Plans development
Construction‑phase coordination and support
Why Join STV?
Lead some of New Jersey's most significant transportation improvement programs.
Work directly with NJDOT, NJTA, and key public‑sector stakeholders.
Manage multidisciplinary teams on high‑visibility infrastructure projects.
Play a critical leadership role in improving transportation networks across the region.
Compensation Range
$160,647.46 - $183,597.09
STV offers the following benefits
Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable)
Disability insurance
Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
401(k) Plan
Retirement Counseling
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Back-Up Dependent Care
Parental Leave
Continuing Education Program
Professional Licensure and Society Memberships
STV is committed to paying all of its employees in a fair, equitable, and transparent manner. The listed pay range is STV’s good‑faith salary estimate for this position. Please note that the final salary offered for this position may be outside of this published range based on many factors, including but not limited to geography, education, experience, and/or certifications.
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Worksite address
newark, NJ, 07175, US
Who can apply
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