Highway Department Manager – Civil Engineering | Princeton, NJ

Let’s agree: leadership roles should give you influence, responsibility, and the ability to shape a team’s future. I promise this Highway (Civil) Department Manager role does exactly that. Preview: you’ll guide a department that delivers complex transportation and highway design projects, while mentoring staff, strengthening client relationships, and driving growth.

As Highway Department Manager, you’ll set the standard for highway design, project execution, and transportation project management. You’ll bring 20+ years of expertise, oversee NJDOT/NJTA-focused projects, and support other Project Managers throughout the full lifecycle. You’ll also advise leadership on strategy, scope, and cost, while mentoring staff and ensuring both technical and financial excellence.

What’s in it for you?

  • $180K–$200K salary (commensurate with experience)

  • High-level leadership in transportation and highway engineering

  • Influence over department growth and business strategy

  • Close collaboration with clients, agencies, and regional leadership

  • A culture that values mentorship, technical precision, and innovation

If you’re a PE-licensed Civil Engineer (NJ required, NY a plus) with 20+ years in highway design and transportation project leadership, this is your chance to make a department-defining impact.

Ready to take the lead? Let’s connect today.