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Sr. Transportation Project Manager

CEI Engineering Associates Inc.
life insurance, paid time off, 401(k)
United States, Arkansas, Bentonville
3108 Southwest Regency Parkway (Show on map)
Aug 06, 2025

Join CEI Engineering Associates as a Full-Time Senior Transportation Project Manager in Bentonville, AR, and immerse yourself in a dynamic, innovative environment where every day is an adventure! You'll be at the forefront of groundbreaking transportation projects that shape communities and enhance lives. Taking the reins onsite allows you to forge real-time relationships with clients and colleagues, promoting a culture of collaboration and excellence.

Imagine working alongside a passionate team, dedicated to pushing the boundaries of engineering while enjoying a flexible, relaxed atmosphere that encourages creativity. Your expertise will not only drive quality outcomes but also foster strong relationships within a supportive network. This isn't just another job; it's an opportunity to be part of an exhilarating journey to redefine transportation engineering.

You will have benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life Insurance, Health Savings Account, Competitive Salary, Paid Time Off, ESOP, Wellness Stipend, and Maternity/Paternity Leave. Are you ready to elevate your career and make a lasting impact? Apply today!


CEI Engineering Associates: What drives us

CEI became a leader in civil engineering, land surveying, and landscape architecture by approaching each project with the same objectives: helping clients streamline their processes, create efficiencies, avoid costly mistakes, and drive revenue to their bottom line. With offices from coast to coast and a dedicated team of more than 100 professionals, CEI is a diverse, profoundly experienced, and inclusive firm ready to help you meet every challenge and take advantage of every opportunity that comes your way.


What's your day like?

As a Senior Transportation Project Manager at CEI Engineering Associates, you will take the lead in overseeing transportation projects from inception to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with the highest quality standards. This pivotal role involves meticulously planning and organizing project workflows while guiding and inspiring your team to achieve their best. You will collaborate with stakeholders, keeping lines of communication open to facilitate a seamless project experience.

Key responsibilities include developing comprehensive project plans, managing budgets effectively, assessing and mitigating risks, and consistently updating stakeholders on progress. Embrace the opportunity to shape the future of transportation engineering while fostering relationships built on integrity and excellence.


Requirements for this Sr. Transportation Project Manager job

To excel as a Senior Transportation Project Manager at CEI Engineering Associates, you will need a robust foundation in Civil Engineering, backed by a Bachelor of Science degree and 10 to 15 years of relevant experience, including 3 to 5 years in a management role. Your status as a Registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) showcases your expertise and commitment to the field. Demonstrated success in managing complex transportation projects is crucial, requiring strong leadership skills to motivate and manage diverse teams effectively.

Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities will facilitate productive stakeholder interactions. You should be adept at analyzing data, identifying challenges, and developing actionable solutions, with familiarity in transportation management systems, logistics software, and industry-specific tools. A solid understanding of business principles, budgeting, and financial management is essential, along with industry knowledge in areas such as transportation safety, traffic engineering, urban planning, or highway design.

Your ability to stay updated on regulations and emerging trends will be key to your success.

Knowledge and skills required for the position are:



  • Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering
  • 10 to 15 years of relevant experience
  • including 3 to 5 years in management.
  • Registered Professional Engineer (P.E.)
  • Proven experience in managing complex transportation projects
  • including planning
  • execution
  • and monitoring.
  • Strong leadership skills
  • including the ability to motivate and manage teams
  • along with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to analyze data
  • identify problems
  • and develop practical solutions.
  • Familiarity with transportation management systems
  • logistics software
  • and relevant industry tools.
  • Understanding of business principles
  • budgeting
  • and financial management.
  • Industry knowledge in at least one of the following areas: transportation safety
  • traffic engineering
  • urban planning
  • or highway design
  • including regulations
  • best practices
  • and emerging trends.


Your next step

Applying for this position is a walk in the park if you feel it's a good fit for you. Best of luck!

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