Director of Transportation Design Services (PE)

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.