Principal Project Manager, Traffic - ref. y93792303

Gannett Fleming TranSystems is seeking an experienced Principal Project Manager – Traffic to join our Transportation Practice in New York, NY or New Jersey. This is a hybrid position, offering the flexibility to work both remotely and in-office while leading impactful transportation projects.

At Gannett Fleming TranSystems, we know that well-designed transportation systems are the backbone of thriving communities. As a Principal Project Manager – Traffic, you will play a key role in shaping safer, smarter, and more connected roadways—enhancing mobility and improving the daily lives of residents and businesses across New York and New Jersey.

In the capacity, you will be responsible for the following:

• Secure, plan, direct, and monitor all aspects of small to large-scale, multi-discipline traffic projects with a high degree of technical complexity.
• Reinforce and continue to establish strategic market positioning and service offerings that align with client needs and company initiatives.
• Serve as a Project Manager, Task Manager, and/or Traffic Technical Advisor on projects and pursuits.
• Mentor traffic staff and provide guidance on technical and project management aspects.
• Prepare traffic impact studies, traffic operations modeling & simulations, Maintenance of Traffic plans, traffic signal designs, and signing & pavement marking designs.
• Market Traffic Analysis and Engineering services, assisting in proposal preparation for public and private sector clients.
• Utilize HCS, Synchro, VISSIM, and other traffic engineering software.
• Perform quality, schedule, and cost control functions on assigned projects and tasks.
• Manage and deliver multiple project commitments effectively.
• Support internal teams and service outside clients directly.
• What you will bring to our firm:
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related Engineering discipline.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in New Jersey and New York.
• Minimum of 12 years of experience in traffic-related design and traffic/transportation engineering.
• Familiarity with local client design standards, including NJDOT, NJTA, NYCDOT, and NYSDOT. (Experience with CDOT, MassDOT, MTA, and PANYNJ is a plus.)
• Hands-on experience in civil/roadway design, intersection design, and traffic signal system design.
• Experience applying standard principles to traffic engineering studies to identify and evaluate alternatives.
• Proven ability to collaborate with clients and internal teams, building strong working relationships.
• Track record of successful business development and strategic planning for key pursuits.
• Excellent organizational, project management, and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Experience in writing and developing project proposals and letters of interest.
• Strong client relationships and willingness to lead bid, proposal, and presentation efforts.

Compensation:

The salary range for this position is $154,000 - $276,000 per year. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.

Featured Benefits:

• Hybrid work environment, offering a mix of remote and in-office flexibility.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance.
• Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Commitment to professional development, including access to training programs and support for participation in professional organizations.
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.
• At Gannett Fleming TranSystems, we believe in improving the lives of the people we serve. We believe in innovation and social responsibility. We believe in the diversity of our team and the creative solutions they provide. We believe in embracing change and emerging technologies while maintaining an unmatched standard of quality. We believe in creating an environment where employees can thrive at home and at work. We believe in engaging our employees, building lasting relationships with our clients, and, in turn, making a difference in the world.

Gannett Fleming TranSystems is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law.

Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property of Gannett Fleming TranSystems.

Salary Range: $154,000 - $276,000 - Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location.

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