Senior Transportation Project Manager - Highway & Civil Infrastructure at Fisher Associates

Buffalo, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Aug, 26

Salary

155000.0

Posted On

22 May, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Highway Design, Project Management, Civil Infrastructure, Budget Management, QA/QC, Business Development, Client Relationship Management, Mentorship, PS&E Delivery, Permitting, MicroStation, MS Office

Industry

Design Services

Description

Description Senior Transportation Project Manager - Highway & Civil Infrastructure - Buffalo, NY Lead Buffalo-area highway design and civil infrastructure projects tied to NYSDOT Region 5, Western New York corridor improvements, intersection upgrades, roadway rehabilitation, PS&E delivery, and transportation projects serving Erie and Niagara County communities. Shape project strategy, strengthen NYSDOT and municipal agency partnerships, mentor teams, and deliver roadway, intersection, corridor, permitting, PS&E, and civil infrastructure projects that improve safety and mobility. What You’ll Do Lead highway transportation projects from proposal through design and construction. Manage project budgets, scope, schedule, staffing, billing, QA/QC, client updates, and closeout to ensure successful delivery. Lead design strategy and collaborate with teams, clients, partners, and stakeholders to align project decisions with client goals. Prepare winning proposals, serve as primary client contact, and support business development with public agency and municipal clients. Provide clear direction, motivation, mentorship, and leadership while representing Fisher in professional and community settings. Requirements What We’re Looking For B.S. in Civil Engineering. 10+ years in civil transportation engineering, including highway design project management. Professional Engineering License (PE). Demonstrated experience managing NYSDOT, LAFA and locally funded highway projects. Familiarity with federally funded programs, and bridge projects from design through delivery. Client-focused leadership, collaboration, integrity, respect, active listening, sound judgment, organization, and ownership. Preferred Qualifications Proficiency in MS Office; MicroStation preferred. Demonstrated success developing trusted, long-term client relationships. Ability to navigate complex public processes, municipal approvals, multidisciplinary teams, and construction-phase questions. Strong mentoring capability with the ability to grow staff and reinforce quality, standards, and delivery discipline. Why Join Fisher Lead meaningful highway and civil infrastructure work backed by a strong and steady transportation backlog. Partner with NYSDOT, municipalities, and public agencies on projects you can see built and operating in local communities. Grow as a senior leader in a collaborative, flexible culture built on trust, ownership, mentorship, and work-life balance. Compensation + Benefits Salary range: $120,000-$155,000; actual compensation varies based on experience, qualifications, and other factors and excludes the value of benefits. Competitive benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), company-paid life and disability insurance, PTO, paid holidays, and supplemental benefits. Hybrid work schedule, professional development reimbursement, shareholders program, strong work-life balance, and employee groups focused on community, inclusion, and employee voice. Location Flexibility This role is based in Buffalo, NY. Fisher will also consider strong candidates located near Rochester, Albany, Syracuse, Ithaca, Binghamton, or other established Fisher office locations, based on project needs and team alignment. Fisher Associates is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status under federal, state, or local law. #LI-Hybrid #LI-CA1

Responsibilities

Lead highway and civil infrastructure projects from proposal through construction, focusing on NYSDOT Region 5 and Western New York corridor improvements. Manage project budgets, schedules, and staffing while strengthening partnerships with municipal agencies and mentoring design teams.