Department Manager - Transportation Roadway

About the role

Transportation Roadway Department Manager

Stanley Consultants is a distinguished global consulting engineering firm recognized for award-winning service, industry leadership, and an unwavering commitment to culture, values, and ethics. The company exists to deliver an exceptional client experience while solving the most complex challenges to create a sustainable, connected, and enriched world for everyone. Stanley Consultants adapts strategically to a changing world by integrating the latest technology, innovation, and resiliency practices.

With a history spanning over a century, the firm has served the energy, federal government, transportation, and water sectors, helping to improve lives and shape the infrastructure systems that connect communities. As an employee-owned organization, Stanley Consultants operates with a People First approach, setting it apart from other engineering consulting firms. At Stanley, every voice is valued, individual growth is supported, and collective success is the primary goal. The company offers flexible work options, competitive pay, excellent benefits, a strong sense of community, and the opportunity to build a meaningful, long-term career.

The firm is currently seeking a Transportation Roadway Department Manager for a full-time, onsite position in Salt Lake City, Utah. The Requisition ID for this role is 11248. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and energetic professional who is deeply connected with clients, contractors, and subconsultants in the A/E/C industry. The ideal candidate will have a contagious passion for leading transportation projects and values work-life balance.

Role and Responsibilities

The successful candidate will lead the technical staff and project managers within the Salt Lake City office. This position is critical for mentoring young engineers and engineering interns, leading senior-level engineers and designers, and growing a passionate, high-performing engineering team. Strong project planning, workload distribution, and effective communication skills are essential for this entrepreneurial role.

The Transportation Department Manager will provide engineering and project management expertise on a wide range of highway projects. Key responsibilities include roadway studies and design, drainage and utility systems, preparation of construction documents, cost estimates, project scheduling, and overall project management. Success in this position requires the ability to work effectively and communicate regularly with internal leadership, municipal clients, and federal, state, and local agencies.

This role involves managing all activities related to project scope, schedule, cost, quality, communications, and resource management. The manager will lead a team of engineers with varying levels of experience, assist in transportation market business development, and participate in professional organizations and technical committees.

Key Requirements

A professional engineering license in at least one US state is required for this position. The candidate must bring 3 to 5 years of transportation design experience on public projects. A deep familiarity with Utah municipal standards and state practices is necessary. The ability to read complex drawings and translate them into coordinated field instructions is a critical skill. Clear communication with leadership, clients, and government stakeholders is mandatory.

Compensation and Benefits

The position offers a competitive compensation package estimated between $120,000 and $150,000 per year. Stanley Consultants is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals.

Skills and Tools

Proficiency in CAD, Civil 3D, MS Project, PDF markups, email, and common WYSIWYG editors is required for success in this role.

About the Company

Stanley Consultants is an award-winning and industry-leading global consulting engineering firm, with an unmatched commitment to culture, values, and ethics. We are dedicated to client experience and solve the most complex challenges to create a sustainable, connected, and enriched world for all. As the world changes, Stanley strategically evolves with it, integrating the latest technology, innovation, and resiliency practices.

We have over a century of experience serving the energy, federal government, transportation, and water sectors, helping to improve lives and shape the infrastructure systems that connect us. As an employee-owned organization with a People First approach, we stand apart from other engineering consulting and services firms.