Transportation Project Manager
HR Green
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Sioux Falls, SD · Posted October 11, 2026
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About the job
What if your next role has you at the center of projects that shape how people move through their communities every day?
At HR Green, our Transportation Project Managers lead the delivery of critical infrastructure projects that connect people and support growing communities. This role is based in Sioux Falls and offers the opportunity to guide roadway and highway projects from concept through completion while building strong client relationships along the way.
You will play a key role in delivering high quality transportation projects while balancing scope, schedule, and budget, and contributing to the continued growth of our Transportation practice.
About the Role In this role, you will lead transportation projects focused on roadway interchange and highway design, working closely with internal teams, clients, and stakeholders throughout the full project lifecycle.
You’ll be involved in project planning, design oversight, client communication, and construction coordination, gaining visibility across all phases of delivery.
You will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced leadership while building your ability to manage complex projects, lead teams, and drive successful outcomes. Over time, you will take on greater ownership of client relationships, project strategy, and team leadership.
Why This Role This role offers the opportunity to lead meaningful transportation projects while also contributing to business development and client growth.
You will have direct exposure to clients, play a key role in project delivery, and help shape the direction of future work. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to combine technical expertise with leadership and client engagement.
What You Will Be Doing
Lead the planning and delivery of transportation projects, ensuring alignment with scope, schedule, and budget.
Collaborate with clients, contractors, and internal teams to maintain strong communication and successful project outcomes.
Take ownership of project performance, including financial management, scheduling, and resource coordination.
Oversee quality of deliverables, ensuring alignment with company standards and design guidelines.
Support and lead proposal development, client presentations, and business development efforts.
Mentor and guide team members while fostering a collaborative and accountable
You Might Be a Great Fit If
You are ready to lead projects and take ownership of outcomes
You enjoy working directly with clients and building long term relationships
You thrive in a fast paced environment and can manage multiple priorities
You are looking for a role that combines technical work, leadership, and business development
What You Bring
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
Professional Engineer license in South Dakota
At least ten years of experience in highway or roadway design with project management responsibility
Experience managing project budgets, schedules, and multiple priorities
Strong communication skills and experience working with clients and leading teams
Familiarity with industry tools such as MicroStation and OpenRoads Designer
Experience with SDDOT projects is highly preferred
Why HR Green We are large enough to deliver impactful infrastructure projects but structured so you can grow your career without getting lost in the process. You will have the opportunity to lead meaningful work, build strong client relationships, and be part of a team that values both performance and collaboration.
If you have been thinking about taking the next step into a role where you can lead, influence, and make a visible impact, this could be worth a conversation.
Benefits
Not only does HR Green provide you with a place to grow, thrive, and enjoy your work, but we are also dedicated to delivering a comprehensive and multi-faceted benefits package. Visit our website for detailed total rewards information.
https://www.hrgreen.com/careers/total-rewards/
HR Green is proud to be an affirmative action/ equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local law.