Sr. Transportation Project Manager/Team Leader

David Evans and Associates (DEA) is seeking a Sr. Transportation Project Manager/Team Leader for our Denver office. In this role, you will play a key part in managing and expanding DEA’s Roads and Highways (RaH) group, within our Transportation Business Unit (TBU). This is a unique opportunity to support our growing team in DEA’s Colorado Regional Office (DEN), manage and deliver transportation projects, supervise and mentor staff, review projects for quality assurance, and actively participate in Business Development activities. You will be instrumental in the continued success and growth of DEA’s Transportation Business Unit (TBU) in the region.  Your responsibilities will include but are not limited to the following: ·         Project Management: Lead and manage transportation projects for local agencies, cities, counties, and the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT). ·       Project Delivery: Ensure excellence in project execution, delivering high-quality, on-time, and on-budget outcomes. ·       Technical Proficiency: Possess working knowledge of MicroStation/InRoads and/or AutoCAD Civil 3D, and demonstrate ability to contribute to design and plan development. ·       Design Leadership: Provide guidance and leadership to design teams, ensuring that engineering documents and deliverables meet contractual requirements and align with DEA’s Quality Management standards, with the ability to stamp project plans. ·       Business Development: Assist in maintaining effective business development and project delivery, serve as a pursuit champion as appropriate, and serve as a Client Team Leader as appropriate. ·       Firmwide Compliance: Adhere to company-wide tools, processes, and policies, including project accounting (set-up, budgeting, etc.), contracting, and quality assurance standards. Team Leader responsibilities include but are not limited to: ·       Resource Management: Oversee short- and long-term team utilization, ensuring teams have the technical resources necessary to successfully deliver projects. ·       Performance Management: Manage team performance, approving time off, timecards, expense reports, training, and other administrative functions. ·       Staff Development: Promote employee development, provide career growth opportunities, and ensure effective project delivery. ·       Recruitment and Retention: Support recruitment and retention efforts to hire top talent and implement processes that support staff longevity and professional growth. Basic Qualifications: ·       Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering. ·       12+ years of transportation design experience. ·       6+ years of experience as a Project Manager on local agency and DOT road/highway projects. ·       Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Colorado or ability to obtain within 6 months. ·       Knowledge in drafting software applications such as MicroStation, AutoCAD, and Civil 3D. ·        Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.  Preferred Qualifications: ·       Design and project management experience working with local agencies in the Denver area, including City and County of Denver, and with the Colorado Department of Transportation ·       Professional Engineer in the State of Colorado or ability to obtain certification Benefits:·       Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life Insurance ·       Health Savings and Lifestyle Spending Account with employer contribution ·       Support for continuing education and training opportunities ·       Paid Time Off (PTO)/Holiday Pay ·       401k and Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)·       Flexible 9/80 (every other Friday off) work schedule ·       Holistic Wellbeing Program with a focus on physical, emotional, financial, career and community health ·       Opportunity for growth with support and mentoring to help with professional goals·       Anticipated salary range for this position is $135,000 -190,000 depending on location and experience Why Join DEA? DEA is an employee-owned multi service engineering company with offices throughout the United States. Our cultural drivers serve as our compass in delivering high quality engineering solutions while providing our staff with incredible growth opportunities. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career within a collaborative, forward-thinking environment while contributing to projects that make a meaningful impact on communities. If you're excited to apply your skills to real-world transportation challenges and thrive in a team-oriented setting, we would love to hear from you!