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MSA Professional Services is seeking a Project Manager - Mobility to lead the planning, design, and delivery of roadway and transportation infrastructure projects. This role combines project management, client leadership, and technical oversight to successfully deliver projects for state, county, and municipal clients.

As a key member of our Mobility team, you will lead multidisciplinary project teams, manage client relationships, and oversee the design of roadway projects using OpenRoads Designer (ORD). You will guide projects from pursuit through closeout while helping develop staff and supporting the continued growth of MSA's transportation practice.

MSA Professional Services is 100% employee-owned, meaning every employee has a direct stake in the success of the company. This ownership mindset drives our collaborative culture, long-term thinking, and commitment to delivering high-quality work for the communities we serve.

Come join the ownership team at MSA!

Employee Testimonial:

"As an employee-owned company (100% ESOP), working at MSA is not just a job. We're genuine co-owners, and this ESOP setup promotes a culture of collaboration and engagement throughout MSA because we all have a direct financial interest as owners."

-Project Engineer Transportation, Cedar Rapids Office

Project Management & Delivery

• Lead roadway and transportation projects through planning, design, permitting, bidding, and construction support phases
• Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, staffing, and client expectations
• Develop project management plans, QA/QC plans, schedules, and resource strategies to ensure successful project delivery
• Monitor project performance, identify risks, and implement corrective actions as needed
• Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and in accordance with client requirements and agency standards

Roadway Design & Technical Leadership

• Provide technical oversight for roadway design projects utilizing OpenRoads Designer (ORD) and related transportation design software
• Review roadway geometrics, drainage designs, traffic considerations, staging plans, and construction documentation
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to develop practical, safe, and cost-effective transportation solutions
• Support quality control reviews and ensure compliance with DOT and local agency standards

Client Relationship Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, agencies, and project stakeholders
• Lead project meetings, presentations, and stakeholder coordination efforts
• Communicate project status, scope changes, schedules, and budgets effectively
• Build and maintain strong relationships with state DOTs, counties, municipalities, and other transportation clients

Business Development & Strategic Growth

• Support project pursuits, proposal preparation, and statement of qualifications development
• Collaborate with Client Service Managers and leadership teams to identify and secure new opportunities
• Participate in industry organizations and professional associations to strengthen client relationships and promote MSA's transportation expertise
• Contribute to the growth and strategic direction of the Mobility service line

Mentorship & Team Development

• Mentor and develop engineers, designers, and emerging professionals
• Foster technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement within project teams
• Support staff development through coaching, knowledge sharing, and project leadership opportunities

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering discipline required

Experience

• 6+ years of transportation engineering and project management experience
• Experience managing roadway design projects for state and local transportation agencies preferred
• Experience utilizing OpenRoads Designer (ORD) for roadway design required

Licensure

• Professional Engineer (PE) license required

Skills

• Strong understanding of roadway design principles, transportation engineering practices, and DOT standards
• Advanced proficiency with OpenRoads Designer (ORD), MicroStation, and related roadway design software
• Demonstrated experience managing project scope, schedules, budgets, and resources
• Strong client relationship management and business development skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Proven leadership, mentoring, and team-building skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced consulting environment
• Strong organizational, negotiation, and problem-solving capabilities

• 100% employeeowned firm with 100+ years of community impact
• Collaborative culture with in-house experts for all disciplines across the firm
• Flexible worklife integration
• Ongoing learning and professional growth opportunities for all positions
• Commitment to fostering a work environment where employees have a strong sense of inclusion and belonging
• Included on the "ENR Top 500 Design Firms" for over 27 straight years

Eligible employees also receive a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Compensation Range: $97,700 to $156,400 (commensurate with experience)

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - As a 100% employee-owned company, eligible employees receive company shares at no cost

• Flex Time: Work 42 hours this week? Have 2 hours added to your Flex Time balance to use as time off in the future

• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Generous employer match that is immediately 100% vested

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance for employees and eligible dependents

• Paid Time Off - Minimum of 17 days in the first year

• Paid Holidays - 8 holidays annually

• Paid Parental Leave - regardless of birth parent

• Employer-Paid Insurance - Life, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage

• Short-Term Incentive Program (STIP) - Annual performance-based bonus opportunity

MSA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

MSA is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact hr@msa-ps.com so we can assist you.