Director of Transportation Design Services

About the role

### Director of Transportation Design Engineering ### About the Role A growing engineering and construction services firm is seeking a Director of Transportation Design Engineering to provide strategic leadership and oversee the design and implementation of transportation infrastructure projects. This is a key leadership role for an experienced transportation engineering professional with a strong track record in project delivery, team leadership, and client management. ### Key Responsibilities ### - Provide strategic direction and vision for the transportation design engineering department. - Develop and implement long-term goals, business plans, and initiatives to drive department growth. - Oversee the planning, design, and execution of transportation and municipal projects, ensuring quality, budget, and schedule requirements are met. - Serve as a project director on key initiatives, leading multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality engineering solutions. - Lead, mentor, and develop a team of engineers, designers, and project managers. - Foster a collaborative and innovative work environment that supports professional development and knowledge sharing. - Build and maintain strong client relationships while understanding their needs and expectations. - Collaborate with clients to develop project scopes, deliverables, and ensure satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle. - Provide technical leadership and guidance on complex engineering challenges. - Stay current with industry trends, regulations, and emerging technologies in transportation and municipal engineering. - Implement and maintain quality control processes to ensure accurate and reliable engineering designs and deliverables. - Review and approve engineering plans, specifications, and reports. ### Qualifications ### - Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field. - Professional Engineer (P.E.) license required. - 10+ years of progressive experience in transportation design engineering. - Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D and OpenRoads/MicroStation. - Proven experience successfully managing and delivering large-scale infrastructure projects. - Strong leadership and team management skills. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with clients and internal teams. - In-depth knowledge of relevant engineering codes, standards, and regulations. - Experience with ODOT and/or INDOT projects preferred. Compensation: Competitive salary plus performance-based bonus. Bonus: Directors are eligible to participate in performance-based bonus pools tied to company and department performance. Additional details will be discussed during the interview process. Sign-On Bonus: A sign-on bonus may be considered on a case-by-case basis, particularly for candidates who may be leaving existing compensation on the table or whose salary expectations are slightly above the target range.