Traffic Project Manager

Traffic Practice

In today’s world of rapidly growing travel demand and tighter social and financial constraints on new highway construction, traffic engineering is increasingly critical to the success of our transportation systems. We know that society can no longer simply build its way out of traffic congestion, and that creative traffic engineering is the key to operating existing highways more efficiently. At Michael Baker, we take traffic engineering seriously because we are keenly aware of the tremendous impact traffic has on our daily lives. This awareness drives our approach for our clients and communities alike.

What We're Looking For

• Michael Baker is seeking an experienced Traffic Project Manager to lead and deliver traffic engineering projects! This role will work with multidisciplinary teams and manage projects from planning through design and implementation, ensuring quality, schedule, and budget objectives are achieved.

What You’ll Do

• Manage traffic engineering projects from concept through final design and construction support

• Develop and oversee project scopes, schedules, budgets, and resource allocation

• Lead technical delivery of traffic studies, signal design, signing & pavement marking, and operational analyses

• Coordinate with clients, DOTs, municipalities, and regulatory agencies

• Review and approve engineering calculations, reports, plans, and specifications

• Ensure compliance with MUTCD, AASHTO, and applicable agency standards

• Mentor junior staff and support team development

• Support business development including proposals, client engagement, and pursuit strategies

• Identify risks and implement solutions to maintain project performance

• What You Need to Succeed:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field

• 9+ years of experience in traffic engineering or transportation design

• Professional Engineer (PE) license required (or ability to obtain)

• Experience with traffic analysis and design tools (e.g., Synchro, VISSIM, HCS)

• Strong knowledge of traffic signal systems, ITS, and roadway design coordination

• Proven ability to manage multidisciplinary teams and complex projects

• Strong communication, leadership, and client management skills

Compensation

The approximate compensation range for this position is $115,231 to $153,619. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.

Why Choose Us:

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401k Retirement Plan

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability

Professional and personal development

Generous paid time off

Commuter and wellness benefits

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