Deputy Transportation Project Manager

A. Morton Thomas & Associates (AMT, Inc.) is seeking a Deputy Transportation Project Manager for a position in our Towson, Maryland or Rockville, Maryland offices.  The position is full-time, and AMT will provide the flexibility and necessary equipment to work from home 2 to 3 days per week, as agreed upon with the Transportation Group Leader.

You’ll be Great at this position if you:

· Have strong time management skills and the ability to balance and prioritize multiple

projects

· Can identify and resolve project risks and design challenges   

· Enjoy building and motivating teams

· Have strong written and oral communication skills

As a project team member, you will be responsible for (1) providing oversite using your knowledge of engineering principles and practices to interpret, organize coordinate, communicate, and execute necessary assignments to accomplish the goals, objectives, and fulfill the purpose of the client, (2) confirming all work is performed and completed in strict accordance with contract documents, (3) participating as a technical advisor to the Client Owner and other team members, (4) delivering scope, meeting the schedule, and adhering to budget for assigned projects, (5) mentoring and teaching skills to engineers and other team members, (6) contributing in proposal preparation and assisting with business development related activities, and (7) assisting with other required tasks.

• Design or oversee design of roadway, MOT/construction sequence, and signing/marking plans for variety of transportation projects.
• Coordinate with internal engineering teams, subconsultants, stakeholders and regulatory agencies
• Train less experienced staff in design principles and practices as well as CADD software
• Prepare discipline specific scopes of work, budgets, and schedules for assigned tasks
• Deliver assignments meeting quality standards, on-time and within budget
• Assist in preparation of project management plans and monthly progress reports
• Participate in client meetings and presentations
• Provide quality control reviews of submittals and deliverables
• Assist with production tasks (CADD drawings, reports, graphics/renderings, etc.)

• Professional Engineer (PE) License and ability to obtain reciprocity if needed
• 8+ years’ experience in roadway, highway, and traffic control plan preparation
• Familiarity with state, local, and federal design standards
• Highly skilled in MicroStation/OpenRoads or AutoCAD/Civil 3D.  Proficiency with both a plus.

Why Join AMT?

At AMT, we understand that our most valuable asset is our staff. For 68 years, we have worked diligently to build a team of talented employees who fully embody our values as an organization – values such as teamwork, integrity, and innovation. Now that we have transitioned into an employee-owned firm, we are excited to place the future of AMT into over 500 sets of dedicated hands.

The AMT Difference

Our company culture is characterized by a workforce that holds the highest standards of ethics and integrity, focused client care, and commitment to AMT's Core Values of safety, respect, integrity, commitment, quality, teamwork. leadership, responsibility, and profitable growth. Operating as an ESOP allows us to reward our dedicated and loyal employees with additional benefits from the company’s stock as well as an incentive to continue building a high-performance ownership culture.

To strengthen and support its employees, AMT invests in programs and processes to sustain an engaging work environment. AMT also recognizes the importance of employee benefits and policies and remains committed to providing programs that are both comprehensive and competitive in the industry.

Competitive Benefit Package

To strengthen and support its employees, its greatest asset, AMT invests in programs and processes to sustain an engaging work environment. AMT also recognizes the importance of employee benefits and policies and remains committed to providing programs that are both comprehensive and competitive in the industry. With AMT, you will get:

• Tiered medical coverage

• Dental/Vision

• 401(k) - Generous 6% Company match!

• Employee Stock Ownership

• Short- and long-term disability

• College savings plan

• Life insurance

• Paid time off

• Holidays

• Training/Certifications