Surface Transportation Lead

We are seeking a highly experienced and dynamic Surface Transportation Lead to oversee complex transportation design projects and drive operational excellence across multidisciplinary teams.

This leadership role is ideal for a seasoned professional with deep expertise in civil and transportation engineering, particularly within the Mid-Atlantic region.

Key Responsibilities


* Lead and manage transportation design projects involving roadway, rail, and bridge rehabilitation.


* Oversee organizational performance across multiple departments and disciplines including structures, drainage, geotechnical, and environmental.


* Serve as the primary point of contact for VDOT, passenger rail agencies, and local government clients.


* Ensure quality assurance, financial performance, and timely execution of multiple simultaneous projects.


* Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to drive project success.


* Review and engage with design work using platforms such as InRoads and Blue Beam.

Professional Requirements


* Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Transportation Engineering.


* Minimum 15 years of progressive engineering design experience.


* At least 10 years of project management experience.


* Professional Engineering (PE) license in Virginia required; PE in Maryland, North Carolina, or South Carolina is a plus.


* Proven experience with VDOT and passenger rail agencies.


* Strong operational management experience preferred.


* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.


* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and standard design software (InRoads, Blue Beam).

Preferred Qualifications


* Experience in bridge rehabilitation design and rating analysis.


* Familiarity with transportation/infrastructure agencies in the Mid-Atlantic region.


* Experience managing projects involving multiple disciplines such as roadway, structures, drainage, geotechnical, and environmental.


* Demonstrated ability to supervise execution, financial performance, and quality assurance of multiple simultaneous projects.


* Strong organizational and project management skills.


* Ability to partner effectively across levels and disciplines.

Compensation

The approximate compensation range for this position is $180,000 - $235,000.

This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting.

Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.

We are seeking a highly experienced and dynamicSurface Transportation Leadto oversee complex transportation design projects and drive operational excellence across multidisciplinary teams.

This leadership role is ideal for a seasoned professional with deep expertise in civil and transportation engineering, particularly within the Mid-Atlantic region.