Transportation Design Engineer – Project Manager

Trilon Group

Transportation Design Engineer leading transportation design projects for municipalities in Connecticut. Overseeing project delivery from planning through construction with a focus on roadways and highways.

Posted 7/30/2026full-timeHartford • Connecticut • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $125,000 - $155,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in transportation engineering with a focus on roadway and highway design, project management, and compliance with DOT standards. Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, manage complex infrastructure projects, and foster client relationships.

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Transportation EngineeringRoadway/Highway DesignProject ManagementProfessional Engineer (PE) LicenseDOT Standards Compliance

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Hard Skills

Project ScopingBudget ManagementSchedule ManagementConstruction ManagementQA/QC ReviewsRisk IdentificationTechnical Expertise

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationClient Relationship ManagementMentoring

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Engineer (PE) License

Industry Keywords

Transportation Design StandardsInfrastructure ProjectsMunicipal ClientsState ClientsConnecticut DOT Experience

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and manage multiple transportation design projects, with a focus on highways and roadways, for municipal and state clients
Oversee all phases of project delivery—from planning and design through construction
Develop and manage project scopes, budgets, schedules, and resources to ensure successful outcomes
Coordinate internal teams and collaborate on staff allocation and workload planning
Support business development efforts, including proposals, pursuits, and client strategy
Provide technical expertise in roadway and highway design and construction management
Ensure compliance with client requirements, DOT standards, and regulatory guidelines
Perform QA/QC reviews to maintain high-quality deliverables
Identify risks and proactively resolve technical and project challenges
Lead multidisciplinary teams, fostering collaboration, innovation, and accountability
Mentor and develop junior engineers and project managers
Serve as the primary point of contact for DOT agencies, municipalities, and project stakeholders
Prepare and deliver presentations, reports, and project updates

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field (Master’s preferred)
Professional Engineer (PE) license required
10+ years of experience in transportation engineering
Roadway/highway design experience required
Proven experience managing complex infrastructure projects from concept through construction
Experience working with DOT agencies (Connecticut DOT experience strongly preferred)
Strong knowledge of transportation design standards, regulations, and best practices
Excellent communication, leadership, and client relationship skills.

Benefits

Comp & perks

**Schedule Flexibility**: Customize your work schedule to fit your life.
**Health & Wellness**: Comprehensive health benefits to keep you and your family healthy.
**Continuous Learning**: Access to online courses, conferences, and learning materials to fuel your professional growth.
** Paid Time Off**: Take the time you need to recharge with our generous paid time off policy.
**Career Advancement**: Clear paths for promotions and the opportunity to take on new challenges.
**Fun Team Culture**: Regular team-building activities, happy hours, and company outings.