Senior Transportation Engineering Manager, P.E.

Senior Transportation Engineering Manager, P.E. Department: Transportation Employment Type: Full Time Location: Glen Allen, Virginia Compensation: $150,000 - $200,000 / year Description Drive the Future of Transportation with RDA – (Transportation-PE) Design with purpose. Lead with impact. Are you a seasoned transportation professional ready to take your career to the next level? Rinker Design Associates (RDA) is growing, and we’re looking for dynamic Senior Transportation Engineering Manager to help shape the future of infrastructure in Virginia and beyond. This is more than a job—it's a chance to lead high-profile transportation projects, mentor rising talent, and build lasting relationships with clients and communities. Whether it's a major design-build initiative or a transformative local improvement, your work will leave a meaningful mark. 💥 $10,000 sign-on bonus! 💥 Go beyond the job description : Uncover projects that ignite your passion. Transportation Engineering | RDA What You'll Do: - Lead with Purpose: Manage complex transportation projects from planning through delivery, ensuring technical excellence and quality control. - Inspire & Mentor: Support the development of junior engineers and foster a collaborative, high-performing team. - Drive Strategy: Oversee scheduling, budgeting, resource planning, and risk management—keeping projects on time and on track. - Grow the Business: Cultivate client relationships, identify new opportunities, and lead local business development efforts. - Own the Outcome: Take charge of contract management, client satisfaction, profitability, and project performance. What You'll Bring: - Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (P.E. in VA or ability to obtain) - 12+ years of hands-on experience in transportation/highway design and project leadership - Proven ability to manage multi-disciplinary teams and mentor emerging engineers - Strong relationships with local agencies and a deep understanding of VDOT, AASHTO, FHWA , and MUTCD standards - Technical expertise in traffic engineering, drainage, and roadway design (MicroStation, OpenRoads, AutoCAD/Civil3D proficiency a plus) - Bonus points for experience with design-build and public-private partnership (PPP) projects Why Join RDA? We offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes: - Medical, dental, and vision insurance - 401K Retirement Plan; Roth Contributions - Health Savings Account (HSA) - Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) - Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability - Generous PTO and 8 federal holidays + 1 floating holiday - Parental leave - Supportive team culture RDA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug-free workplace. Applicants that require an employment visa sponsorship now or in the future will not be considered. #LI-TT1