Trilon Group

Infrastructure consulting for transportation and water

Roadway Project Manager

Transportation EngineeringUpdated on Nov 13

Full-timeKnoxville, TN, USAHybrid

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program is required.
Proven experience managing roadway and transportation design projects is required.
A strong technical background in roadway design is required; proficiency in OpenRoads Designer is preferred.
A Professional Engineer (PE) license in Tennessee, or the ability to obtain one, is required.
Experience mentoring and managing staff is required.
Proficiency in spreadsheets, word processing, and industry-standard software is required.
The candidate must be able to build and grow a local market.

Responsibilities

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 as a primary point of contact for clients and stakeholders.

Desired Qualifications

Proficiency in OpenRoads Designer is preferred.

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

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.

About the Company

Trilon Group

Infrastructure consulting for transportation and water

Trilon Group provides infrastructure consulting in transportation, water, and municipal systems in the Mid-Atlantic region. It works by partnering with local governments, municipalities, and private clients to deliver planning, design support, and project management through fee-based engagements, expanding capabilities through alliances with firms like Rinker Design Associates and Wilson Engineers. The company differentiates itself with a platform-style growth approach backed by private equity and a People First culture focused on talent development. Its goal is to expand service offerings and market presence in the Mid-Atlantic by building scalable partnerships and using capital to support growth.

Company size: 51-200
Company stage: Growth Equity (Non-Venture Capital)
Total funding: $200M
Headquarters: Denver, CO
Founded: 2021

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