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Roadway Design Project Manager

John Davenport Engineering

Charlotte, UShybridPosted Jun 1, 2026

About the role

Job Purpose

Must report onsite to one of our NC offices: Charlotte

The Roadway Design Project Manager will work under the Director of Design to provide designs, management, and execution of roadway engineering department projects. S/he will be responsible for managing project budgets and deadlines and for providing Quality Control efforts.

Duties and Responsibilities

Provide project management including planning, developing, implementing, managing, and evaluating design projects to ensure company objectives are met

Oversees and participates in the preparation of design drawings in accordance with various federal, state, and municipal standards governing the design of roadway engineering projects.

Provides design guidance to production staff and QA/QC

Lead, manage, and hold accountable (LMA) project engineers

Prepare drawings using MicroStation/GEOPAK, AutoTURN, and/or similar type software. OpenRoads Designer experience is a plus

Prepares project bid documents/specifications

Oversees quantities and cost estimating efforts

Involved with project administrative activities including proposal preparation, monthly billing, billing projections, etc.

Maintain client satisfaction/confidentiality

Assists with project pursuits in providing technical expertise on proposals and marketing meetings

Qualifications

Possess a Bachelor’s degree in civil or transportation engineering from an accredited university o Master’s degree in civil or transportation engineering is a plus

Possess Professional Engineering license (in, or ability to obtain in, NC and/or VA, SC)

Have 5+ years of transportation engineering experience

Have experience working with state and local public agencies

Possess strong analytical, decision making, organizational, and time management skills. Must have Strong written and oral communication skills

Proficient with MicroStation and/or AutoCad engineering software packages standard in the industry.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $130,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Employee discount

Flexible schedule

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Professional development assistance

Referral program

Relocation assistance

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Education:

Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

Roadway Design: 5 years (Required)

License/Certification:

Professional Engineer License (Required)

Location:

Charlotte, NC 28216 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

Charlotte, NC 28216: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Charlotte, NC 28216

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