Community Engagement Project Manager Jobs in Kentucky

About Us

At Gresham Smith, we call it Genuine Ingenuity. Our culture is the cornerstone of who we are, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. United by our Core Purpose—to plan, design, and consult to create healthy and thriving communities—we deliver innovative solutions for life’s essential infrastructure and institutions.

What sets us apart is our dedication to care for our people, our clients, and the places we call home. We are more than a team of professionals—we’re a community built on commitment, integrity, respect, and teamwork.

Why Gresham Smith?

When you join Gresham Smith, you’re joining a place where you can connect and thrive. Our employees consistently recognize us as a Best Place to Work because we go above and beyond to ensure that you feel valued, supported, and empowered.

About You

• We’re looking for someone who has:
• A bachelor’s degree in Planning, Civil Engineering, or Civil Engineering Technology
• 10 to 15 years of experience in the planning and/or engineering industry
• Certification as an AICP or Professional Engineer (PE) is desired
• DOT project experience is a plus

Most importantly, you bring genuine curiosity, creativity, and a collaborative spirit—someone who wants to do great work with great people.

About the Role

As a Senior Project Manager, you will:

• Conduct project management work on planning and roadway projects, including corridor studies, traffic operations and safety, roadway and bridge design, transportation planning, community planning, and environmental work
• Manage preparation of planning documents, community engagement, engineering reports, plans, and specifications for major and minor projects
• Manage preparation and review of preliminary and final studies, plans, technical specifications, contract documents, and estimates; make recommendations for additions, deletions, and substitutions as needed
• Participate in contract bidding and administration as needed
• Supervise and oversee planning studies, corridor studies, design, and ongoing project progress, including coordination with city, state, and county officials, the general public, and other outside agencies
• Supervise the work of planners, junior engineers, and technical support personnel assigned to the project
• Coordinate project activities with clients, contractors, outside consultants, the general public, and firm staff
• Communicate and interact effectively with project team members, client representatives, review agencies, and others as appropriate; resolve complex issues such as public engagement challenges, conflicting design requirements, unsuitable materials, and coordination difficulties

Your work will directly contribute to shaping environments where people live, work, and thrive, all while growing your career within a supportive, people-first culture.

Join Us

If you’re excited to bring your talents to a collaborative, people-first environment where you can make an impact while growing your career, we’d love to hear from you.

Here’s what you can expect:

Professional Growth: In-house Learning, Tuition Reimbursement, Licensure Support, Professional Organization Engagement.

Culture that Cares: 93% of employees say they feel cared for, and 96% are confident in our future success.

Competitive Benefits:

• Flexible Schedules & Generous PTO
• Healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision, Wellness Programs)
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Short- & Long-term Disability, Paid Life & AD&D
• Supplemental, Critical Care, Pet, Legal & ID Theft Insurance
• Family Planning and Parental Leave
• Mass/Public Transit Program
• Telemedicine and Employee Assistance Program

Gresham Smith is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate. Everyone is invited to apply!

GRESHAM SMITH does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, headhunters, search firms, or agencies. No referral or recruiter fees will be paid without a fully executed GRESHAM PLACEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT (PSA) in advance. Submissions made without a PSA may be recruited and hired by GRESHAM SMITH with no financial obligation to the submitting party. Any such unsolicited resumes or candidate information sent to hiring managers or any employee becomes the property of GRESHAM SMITH.