Senior Project Manager - Greenways
Senior Project Manager to lead McAdams' Active Transportation and Greenways practice in Raleigh, overseeing greenway, path, sidewalk, and bike facility projects from design through construction. Day to day involves managing teams and budgets, client relations, permitting, quality control, and mentoring, using Civil 3D corridor modeling (MicroStation/OpenRoads a plus) and NACTO/AASHTO standards.
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- Raleigh, North Carolina, United States
- Work setup
- Not specified
- Seniority
- Senior
- Employment
- Not specified
- Experience
- 8+ years
- Category
- Project management
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- Four-year bachelor's degree from an accredited program in Civil Engineering or related field
- PE registration with ability to be licensed within multiple states through comity
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in transportation design in the public or private sector
- Demonstrated corridor modeling expertise in Civil 3D
- Strong understanding of local, state, and federal permitting regulations, particularly NACTO and AASHTO standards for greenway and active transportation design
- Ability to manage budgets, schedules, and resources; experience with risk management and problem-solving
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with ability to lead meetings and present to clients and stakeholders
- Ability to lead teams, mentor junior staff, and foster a collaborative work environment
- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong client relationships with focus on high-quality service
Nice to have
- Experience with Microstation / Open Roads Designer
Full description
McAdams is a full-service land planning, landscape architecture, civil engineering, transportation, and geomatics firm located in North Carolina, South Carolina, Texas, and Florida. We seek to partner with our clients to create meaningful experiences through inspired design. Our employees are what make McAdams different. We bring experiences to the forefront of everything we do, and to do that takes special people.
Position Overview
McAdams is expanding our industry-leading Active Transportation and Greenways practice and is seeking a Senior Project Manager to help lead our team. The selected candidate will possess strong analytical, communication, and production skills and experience. Suppose you are looking to build a career in the transportation field and want to make a difference in creating sustainable communities with safe modes of transportation for users of all ages and abilities. In that case, McAdams is the right team for you. Our Active Transportation and Greenways practice provides a full spectrum of planning and design services to our clients, and we are looking to further expand our capabilities nationally.
The ideal candidate will have a passion for advancing Active Transportation infrastructure, including greenways, multi-use paths, sidewalks, and on-street bicycle facilities. The Project Manager leads and oversees all phases of active transportation design projects, ensuring successful delivery from design through construction. This role is responsible for managing project teams, maintaining client relationships, and ensuring that projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest technical standards. The Project Manager coordinates design efforts, manages resources, handles permitting and regulatory compliance, and ensures quality control across all deliverables. Additionally, the role involves business development, risk management, and mentoring junior staff, contributing to the growth and success of the firm.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage all aspects of active transportation projects, ensuring successful delivery from concept through construction administration. Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, stakeholders, and internal teams, driving alignment on project goals, timelines, and budgets
- Develop and maintain strong client relationships by providing exceptional service, managing client expectations, and ensuring project satisfaction. Identify and pursue opportunities for repeat business and referrals
- Oversee and mentor project teams, providing guidance, support, and direction. Foster a collaborative environment, ensuring clear communication and smooth coordination between design staff, subconsultants, and other project team members
- Develop, manage, and track project budgets and schedules to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget. Allocate resources effectively to meet project deadlines and address any potential issues proactively.