Project Manager, Senior (Transportation)

Senior Project Manager – Transportation

Forsyth County Government | Capital Projects Department
?? Cumming, Georgia
?? Full-Time | $93,815 – $154,796 annually

Forsyth County’s Capital Projects Department is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager (Transportation) to lead large-scale transportation infrastructure projects from concept to completion. This role oversees complex roadway and capital improvement projects that enhance safety, mobility, and quality of life throughout Forsyth County.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end transportation infrastructure projects, from planning through construction

• Serve as a procurement liaison by preparing bid documents and managing contractor selection

• Oversee roadway design and ensure regulatory and environmental compliance

• Administer contracts, budgets, schedules, and invoices, including change orders and risk management

• Coordinate across departments, consultants, engineers, contractors, and stakeholders

• Provide subject matter expertise in project management and transportation construction

• Review engineering design submittals and perform quality assurance/quality control checks

• Lead capital improvement program (CIP) activities including project scope, cost estimates, land acquisition, permitting, and bid preparation

• Monitor project schedules, contractor performance, and compliance with specifications and standards

• Offer expert consultation to internal teams, consultants, and contractors on project management procedures and standards

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field

• Five (5) or more years of professional experience in construction management and inspection

• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in Georgia required

• Proven experience managing transportation construction projects, including roadway and infrastructure work

Why Join Forsyth County

Forsyth County Government offers a competitive salary, stability, and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• 20–30 days of personal leave per year (based on years of service)

• 10 paid holidays annually

• Multiple Aetna and Kaiser medical plan options

• Dental and vision coverage through Delta Dental and Aetna

• County-paid life insurance and disability coverage

• 401(k) retirement plan with up to 100% County match and annual “seed” contributions

• Opportunities to make a lasting impact through projects that shape Forsyth County’s future

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