Roadway Project Manager

HMB Professional Engineers is seeking a Roadway Project Manager to establish and lead our growing transportation engineering presence in Knoxville, TN. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced engineer to not only manage roadway projects but also play a key role in building client relationships, developing new business, and mentoring staff.

As part of a transportation group ranked #14 nationally, you’ll have the resources of a large firm while maintaining the collaborative and local feel of a tight-knit team.

$10K Sign on Bonus

• Excellent compensation package
• Flexible work schedule
• Ability to work hybrid work schedule
• Competitive holiday and paid-time-off programs
• 401(k) Plan and Match
• Competitive health, vision and dental insurance premiums
• Company-furnished life insurance
• Short and Long-term Disability
• Parental Leave
• Variety of voluntary benefit options
• Employee Assistant Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Account
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Pay Transparency The base salary range for this role is indicated in the posting. This range reflects the company’s good faith estimate of the compensation for this position at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, internal equity, and geographic location.

• Lead and manage roadway and transportation projects from planning through design and delivery.

• Develop and expand the Knoxville transportation engineering market through client outreach and business development.

• Oversee project scopes, schedules, and budgets to ensure successful delivery.

• Coordinate with clients, subconsultants, permitting agencies, utilities, right-of-way staff, contractors, and internal teams.

• Supervise and mentor junior engineers, providing technical guidance and career development support.

• Prepare design drawings, details, specifications, cost estimates, and construction documents in accordance with applicable standards.

• Lead preparation of permit applications, proposals, and submittal packages.

• Ensure projects meet quality, safety, and regulatory standards.

• Represent HMB in the Knoxville region, serving as a primary point of contact for clients and stakeholders.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.

• Proven experience managing roadway and transportation design projects.

• Strong technical background in roadway design; proficiency in OpenRoads Designer preferred.

• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Tennessee or ability to obtain.

• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

• Ability to foster client relationships and develop new business opportunities.

• Experience mentoring and managing staff.

• Proficiency in spreadsheets, word processing, and industry-standard software.

• A self-starter with the drive to build and grow a local market.