Transportation Project Manager, Roads and Highways

The increasing complexities of modern transportation include growing demands, aging infrastructure, rising costs, funding challenges, and environmental concerns. Agencies and communities faced with improving their transportation systems must do more with less. From initial investigations through planning, concept development, final design, and construction, DEA responds with solutions that serve today's transportation needs while accommodating tomorrow's growth. Our Transportation Business Unit focuses on four markets; Bridges and Structures, Roads and Highways, Transit and Rail, and Construction Engineering.

We are seeking a Transportation Project Manager in Boise, ID, Coeur d'Alene, ID, Pocatello, ID, or Spokane, WA.

DEA's Inland Northwest group is seeking a Transportation Project Manager to support our Roads and Highways team. This role will focus on project management, team leadership, and business development, contributing to the delivery of complex transportation infrastructure across the region.

• Lead pursuit and project management efforts for bridge, roadway, freeway, highway corridor, and interchange planning/design projects
• Oversee project execution to ensure on-time, on-budget, and high-quality deliverables
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to project teams
• Review engineering documents for compliance with scope, standards, and DEA's quality expectations
• Help attract, develop, and retain top talent, while managing performance and supporting career growth
• Collaborate with the Group Leader to achieve business metrics including sales, backlog, utilization, profitability, and client satisfaction
• Ensure adherence to DEA's firmwide tools, processes, and policies related to project budgeting, contracting, and quality management

• 15+ years of transportation engineering experience, with at least 3 years in project management or as a design lead
• Strong background working with public agencies such as ITD, WSDOT, and LHTAC
• Expertise in roadway or bridge design, including hands-on experience with OpenRoads Designer
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
• Licensed PE in Idaho and Washington or ability to obtain within 6 months

We foster an environment where talented professionals have the freedom and support to do their most meaningful work. Our values and company culture form the foundation of our success, creating a positive and collaborative work environment. These guiding principles are vital to our continued achievements and unwavering commitment to improving the world around us.

As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to cultivate and develop your skills and work alongside talented colleagues who are committed to improving the quality of life while demonstrating stewardship of the built and natural environments.

• Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
• Financial wellness: Health Savings Account (HSA) and Lifestyle Spending Account with employer contributions
• Professional development: Support for continuing education and training opportunities.
• Work-life balance: Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Pay
• Retirement: 401k plan
• Wellbeing focus: Holistic Wellbeing Program centered on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community health
• Growth opportunities: Access to mentorship, professional support, and pathways for career advancement
• Potential salary range: $110,000 - $180,000

* The posted salary range represents the typical range for this position and is provided in accordance with applicable state and local transparency laws. Actual compensation will be commensurate with experience, qualifications, and geographic location.

Potential office locations include: Boise, ID; Coeur d'Alene, ID; Pocatello, ID; Spokane, WA.