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Transportation Project Manager | Seattle, WA

High-Impact Projects. High-Retention Culture. High Demand.

If you're an experienced Transportation Project Manager looking for more than just a title-this opportunity stands out. This high-demand role just opened at a top-tier Seattle-based civil engineering firm known for treating its people like family and delivering projects that truly shape communities.

In a recent blind employee survey, the team described their experience in five words: Team-driven. Cooperative. Encouraging. Welcoming. Innovative. This is a culture where people work together, grow together, and stay for the long haul.

Why This Job Is Hot:

• You're stepping into a role at a firm with an exceptional employee retention rate and a strong backlog of work
• You'll join a tight-knit, flexible, and collaborative team where your contributions are seen and valued
• The role offers the opportunity to lead high-impact transportation projects that make a real difference in the region

What's in It for You:

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - be part of something you own
• Competitive salary range: $115,000 - $135,000, based on experience
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401(k), and PTO
• Flexible work schedules and hybrid work environment
• Supportive team culture with a strong sense of belonging and purpose
• Clear growth path and leadership development opportunities

The Work You'll Lead Includes:

• Corridor and highway planning and design
• Roundabout and arterial design
• Downtown transportation revitalization
• Transit, stormwater, and site development planning
• City-wide engineering and infrastructure upgrades

You're a Strong Fit If You:

• Hold a PE license (or are eligible in Washington)
• Bring 8+ years of experience in transportation/civil engineering
• Have proven project management experience coordinating teams, clients, and deliverables
• Thrive in collaborative environments where quality and teamwork matter

Location: Seattle, WA (Hybrid schedule available)

This is more than a job-it's an opportunity to join a firm with a strong reputation, a healthy pipeline of exciting projects, and a culture that genuinely takes care of its people.

Apply now or reach out directly to learn more. This role is in high demand and won't be open for long.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.