Transportation Department Director Job Bolingbrook area,Illinois USA,Management

Transportation Department Manager

Responsible for overall department growth and performance. Ensures the Transportation department maintains coordination with other departments and alignment with Company protocols and procedures. Accountable for overall client satisfaction of the department, financial forecasting and performance, and Quality Control/Quality Assurance. Conducts strategic marketing and business development activities for the department and contributes to firm-wide strategic planning. Directs staff planning, recruiting efforts, department and staff performance and development, and conflict resolution processes.

Essential Functions

Oversee the department's proposal development and interviews for a range of project sizes and types
Lead and direct the department's business development and other strategic growth initiatives; actively participate in industry, networking, and professional organizations events and activities
Review and execute project agreements.
Responsible for ensuring projects and teams are equipped with appropriate resources necessary to meet contractual obligations
Ensure that the process for initiating projects with the accounting department is adhering to established guidelines and standards
Monitor the management and engineering of projects to ensure the highest quality of documentation and professionalism, with a focus on client communication and satisfaction; proactively address deficiencies
Ensure that all department personnel are properly trained and supervised
Provide leadership and direction to the department on client and stakeholder presentations with an emphasis on client advocacy, identifying and balancing client expectations with contractual obligations, project goals, and client satisfaction
Ensure projects meet Quality Control/Quality Assurance requirements
Monitor project financial performance and proactively coordinate with managers to ensure achievement of goals and address areas of concern
Oversee monthly invoicing of projects and tracking accounts' receivables; ensure the department is responsive to all requests and direction
Provide leadership and direction to the department on strategizing successful project delivery, financial performance, and risk mitigation
Guide and support the department in resolving issues, disputes, and disagreements affecting projects and/or internal collaboration
Ensure staff complete internal and external close-out processes
Maintain highly effective working relationships with team members and clients
Oversee staff performance, development, and conflicts; proactively consult with HR on situations of concern, or potential concern, or are more complex in nature
Monitor and enforce compliance with all TERRA standards, guidelines, and policies
Provide operating policies and procedures unique to the department to ensure activities are accomplished within scope, schedule, and budget
Oversee staff and resource planning, recruiting efforts, candidate selection, and onboarding
Create and advance the growth strategy of the department, defining goals and objectives
Ensure consistent thought process within the department and alignment with company values and procedures
Monitor and address noncompliance issues pertaining to administrative policies and procedures such as timesheet recording and submission, expense reports, purchase orders, and client coordination
Coordinate with other Discipline Department Directors to ensure Disciplines are coordinated
Perform other duties as required

Education/Experience

B.S. in civil engineering or related field strongly preferred
15+ years of applicable engineering experience
10+ years in leadership/management role
Strong background with IDOT and Illinois Tollway projects
Professional Engineer Licensure required
Additional credentials preferred (e.g., CFM, CPESC, ENV SP, LEED AP, etc.)
PMP certification a plus
Valid driver's license required for field work

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Highly skilled in leading and guiding teams across multiple disciplines to achieve department and firm goals
Expert in motivating and influencing teams to produce excellent results
Adept in developing and maintaining strong and dependable…