West Transportation Market Leader; MSL - Buildings Group

West Buildings Group
- Transportation Market Sector Leader

STV is hiring a West Buildings Group
- Transportation Market Sector Leader. As the West Regional Market Leader, you will drive growth, major pursuits, and industry visibility for transportation‑related Buildings & Facilities across the Western United States, with a strong focus on California and expanding key Western state markets. You will be based preferably in Los Angeles, CA or near a STV West Coast office. A hybrid or remote model may be considered depending on location.

Frequent travel throughout the Western U.S. is required.

• Own and execute STV’s West transportation buildings market strategy, with accountability for pipeline development, pursuit performance, sales, and backlog.
• Personally lead and shape major pursuits for complex transportation facilities, including:
  • Transit /rail stations and airports
  • Rail yards and maintenance & operations facilities
  • Control centers and operations hubs
  • Administrative buildings and intermodal facilities
  • Building systems and utilities infrastructure improvements
• Serve as STV Building’s Group primary face to West Coast transportation agencies, including regional transit authorities, DOTs, and major infrastructure owners.
• Identify and influence opportunities years in advance of procurement, shaping scope, delivery strategy, and teaming.
• Build and lead high‑performing pursuit teams across architecture, engineering, planning and specialty partners.
• Maintain accurate opportunity planning and forecasting within Deltek Vantagepoint.
• Expand STV’s presence in transportation‑related architecture and buildings engineering design across the Western U.S.
• Build and maintain relationships with key agencies such as:
  • LA Metro BART Caltrain California High‑Speed Rail Authority Sound Transit Regional transportation commissions and West Coast DOTs
• Maintain active involvement in industry organizations such as APTA, AREMA, WTS, AIA, ENR, and TRB, with a focus on West Coast engagement.
• Speak, present, or serve on panels to elevate thought leadership and market visibility.
• Leverage existing network to amplify STV’s brand and regional influence.
• Mentor Project Managers, and technical leaders to build a strong West Coast talent bench.
• Influence strategic recruiting efforts aligned with regional growth priorities.
• Serve as Project Executive, Principal‑in‑Charge, or senior advisor on select transportation facilities projects.
• Ensure delivery teams align with client priorities, regional expectations, and agency standards.
• Translate lessons learned across projects and regions to drive consistency, innovation, and performance.

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, or related field.
• 15+ years of experience in the planning, design, or delivery of transit and transportation‑related buildings.
• Proven leadership experience across the Western U.S. transportation market, including transit, rail, aviation, or intermodal facilities.
• Demonstrated success leading major pursuits for stations, maintenance facilities, or large‑scale transportation infrastructure projects.
• Established relationships with West Coast transportation agencies and infrastructure owners.
• Credibility as a seller‑doer, combining market leadership with project delivery expertise.
• Background as a Client Account Manager, Market Leader, Principal, Practice Leader, Project Executive, or senior technical leader within AEC or PM/CM.
• Strong desire to define, grow, and lead a regional market sector, with potential for national impact.

• Professional licensure (Registered Architect, Professional Engineer, or equivalent).
• Conference speaking, panel participation, or published thought leadership.
• Experience scaling firm visibility and reputation in competitive West Coast markets.
• Proven ability to influence recruiting and mentoring strategies across multiple offices.
• Experience integrating architecture, and engineering disciplines across complex transportation facility programs.
• Familiarity with California procurement processes (e.g., design‑build, progressive DB, CM/GC); federally‑ and state‑funded…