Regional Director

The Opportunity We are supporting a leading global infrastructure advisory and engineering firm as they expand their Transport & Transit capability across the United States . With a strong technical platform already in place, the business is now investing in front-end transport planning, advisory, and market leadership — starting in Chicago and the wider Midwest . This is a senior, market-facing leadership role with a mandate to build, lead, and grow a regional transport planning business . The Role As Regional Director – Transport Network Planning , you will: Lead the growth of transport & transit planning services across the Midwest Act as a trusted advisor to transit agencies, state authorities, and public sector clients Drive business development, client engagement, and market positioning Shape and deliver network planning, operational strategy, and advisory mandates Navigate federal and state funding mechanisms (FTA, grants, etc.) Work across disciplines to translate planning into deliverable programmes Build and lead a high-performing regional team over time What We’re Looking For Proven experience in transport / transit network planning Strong understanding of urban rail / transit systems and operations Established relationships with: State / city agencies Track record in winning and delivering advisory / planning work Commercial mindset with the ability to originate and grow a market Experience operating at Director / VP level within a leading consultancy Why This Role? Opportunity to lead and shape a regional business in a high-growth market Backed by a globally recognised platform with strong technical delivery capability Direct influence on major transit and infrastructure programmes Clear pathway to build a team and scale a practice #J-18808-Ljbffr