Transportation Project Manager

Kaw Valley Engineering, Inc.

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Salina, Kansas, us on site Until 10/5/2026 10+ years exp First posted August 6, 2026 Last posted August 6, 2026
Job description

Kaw Valley Engineering, Inc. (KVE) is an award-winning engineering firm seeking a transportation-focused Project Manager to lead transportation projects (roadway, highways, and municipal infrastructure) from design through construction.

What You’ll Do
• Manage transportation projects (DOT, roadway, and municipal) from start to finish
• Serve as the main point of contact for clients and agencies (KDOT, local municipalities)
• Oversee design, plans, specs, and permitting
• Keep projects on schedule, within budget, and moving forward
• Coordinate internal teams and mentor junior staff

What You Bring
• Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering
• PE license (or close to obtaining)
• 10+ years of experience in transportation engineering
• Experience with DOT standards, roadway design, and permitting
• Strong client-facing and project leadership skills

Why This Role
• Strong pipeline of transportation work
• High visibility with clients and leadership
• Real project ownership (not just execution)
• Growth path into senior leadership
• Industry-leading benefits and pay

  • KVE conducts pre-employment drug and alcohol screenings, as well as pre-employment driving history checks.
  • KVE is an Equal Opportunity Employer.All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
About this role

Summary

Lead transportation projects from design through construction, coordinate teams, manage clients, and ensure project success.

Job title

Transportation Project Manager

Experience level

10+ years

Minimum experience

10+ years exp

Industry

engineering

Location requirements

Salina, Kansas, on-site work required

Salary

Not specified

Management role

Yes

Skills & keywords

Required skills

civil engineeringPE licensetransportation engineeringDOT standardsproject management

Preferred skills

client-facingteam mentoringbudget management

Specializations

transportationroadwaymunicipal infrastructuredesignpermitting
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Salina, KS, USA

On-site City