Highway Section Head

CategoryHighway Engineering All LocationsLexington, KYTracking Code26499Position TypeFull-Time/RegularJob Description Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm with more than 2,800 professionals, providing a full range of multidisciplinary engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT is currently ranked #45 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 Design Firms.Position Summary: The successful candidate will be responsible for engineering design of transportation highways including the pavement section, sidewalks, trails, drainage, culverts, nonstructural retaining walls, and signing/marking, using knowledge of roadway engineering principles and practices to interpret, organize, execute and coordinate assignments with limited supervision. Responsible for business development, financial success, and managing staff for the department. Acts as a technical advisor to less experienced engineers. Essential Functions and ResponsibilitiesCoordinate strategic growth plan with office managers and practice leadersEstablish and grow market presence in area through marketing and business developmentManage financial budget for department and allocate resources accordinglyLead and contribute to the production of proposalsServe as a technical expertise resource to project managers and technical staffEstablish resources staffing needs for the sectionInterview and hire staff for the sectionPerform performance reviews for staff based on input from project managers on assigned teamsCoordinate work-sharing within region and between regionsNonessential Functions and ResponsibilitiesPerform other related duties as assignedRequired SkillsExcellent written and oral communication skillsProficient in Microsoft OfficeProficient in Microsoft Projects for Project Schedule developmentProficient in OpenRoads and/or MicroStationRequired ExperienceBachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field from an accredited programProfessional Engineer License10+ years’ experience in specialized disciplineProject management and business development experienceSuccessfully work and manage multiple projects in a dynamic, fast-paced team-oriented environmentAbility to manage, mentor, and provide guidance and direction to staffThorough understanding of the KYDOT design standards, policies, specifications, Integrated Project Delivery (IPD)process and plan preparationQualifications PreferredExperience collaborating with local clients at the county and state levelKYDOT and municipal experience preferredSupervisory experience and leading a multidiscipline team preferredWorking ConditionsWork is performed within a general office environment. Work is sedentary in nature but may require occasional standing and walking. Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. within the office environment.Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.#LI-SS1