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Transportation Project Manager

OHM Advisors · Columbus · United States

Contract
Full time
Occupation
Project Manager

Posted: 11/2/2026 · Last checked: 11/10/2026

Job description

Quoted in full from OHM Advisors's job posting. Gavroche does not edit it.

Come work for OHM Advisors, the Community Advancement firm. 

With the singular mission of Advancing Communities, our diverse 800+ team of professionals works collaboratively across multiple service areas in multiple states, including architecture, engineering, planning, surveying, and construction engineering. 

We are a team of experts with individual specialties working together, driven to make a difference through people-focused problem solving, design, and ideas. In everything we do, we put people first. We create places for communities of people that help solve a problem and drive them forward— advancing the whole community today and well into the future. 

What You Will Contribute to OHM Advisors 

The Project Manager is responsible for leading and managing multi-disciplinary teams on transportation engineering projects while assisting with business development, building and maintaining client relationships, and ensuring quality deliverables. They oversee all aspects of projects, from preliminary engineering to construction, including design, documentation, cost estimation, and QA/QC. This candidate will be collaborating with engineers, planners, technicians, and clients to ensure successful project delivery and client satisfaction. Required experience includes an established career in Civil Engineering with diverse project scope and expertise in relevant design areas. 

Your Responsibilities 

Project Leadership/Management: 

  • Lead multi-disciplinary teams on transportation projects. 
  • Develop and manage project scope, schedule, and budget. 
  • Oversee project quality and deliverables. 
  • Mentor and support entry-level staff. 
  • Manage project task budgets, work plans, sub-consultants, and schedules. 
  • Solve challenging problems and advance client goals. 

Team Management & Communication: 

  • Ensure work is completed as planned and scheduled. 
  • Initiate and maintain communication with key project individuals. 
  • Lead development of design plans, proposals, and presentations. 
  • Document and present work clearly and concisely to team and clients. 

Technical Expertise: 

  • Oversee transportation design projects such as roadways, roundabouts, and pedestrian/bike facilities. 
  • Prepare construction documents and conduct cost estimating. 
  • Maintain team standards and procedures, check calculations, and conduct QA/QC. 
  • Support project planning and funding processes. 
  • Working use of OpenRoads Designer. 
  • Must have an understanding of ODOT and City of Columbus design criteria, standards, and specifications. 

Requirements

Education, Experience, & Licensure:  

  • Registered as a Professional Engineer. 
  • Experience in business development, marketing, and sales skills. 
  • Understanding of ODOT Project Development Processes (Design criteria, standards, and specifications). 
  • Experience working on ODOT, ODOT LAP, and/or municipal roadway projects.  
  • Experience working with ODOT and Community representatives such as County Engineers, City Managers, and City/Village Councils.  
  • Experience with Open Roads Designer/MicroStation 

Benefits

At OHM Advisors, our people are our greatest asset. We're committed to providing a supportive and rewarding workplace that fosters personal and professional growth. That's why we offer a competitive benefits package designed to meet your unique needs. 

Benefits: 

  • BCBSM Medical, Dental and Vision 
  • Company Profit Sharing 
  • Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts 
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matching contribution 
  • Paid professional association membership 
  • Tuition & Certification Expense reimbursement 
  • Volunteer Service Leave 
  • 100% Employer-Paid Life Insurance 
  • Short & Long-Term Disability Options 

Career Advancement & Enrichment Programs: 

  • Voluntary Wellness Program 
  • OHM Grad School 
  • OHM University 

You can read more about each of these programs on our website.  

OHM Advisors is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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