Transportation Engineering Department Director

Summary/Objective

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 client satisfaction, 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, staff performance and development, and conflict resolution processes.

• Oversee the department’s proposal development and interview process 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 organization events and activities.
• Review and execute project agreements.
• Ensure projects and teams are equipped with appropriate resources necessary to meet contractual obligations.
• Ensure that the process for initiating projects with the accounting department adheres to established guidelines and standards.
• Monitor the management and engineering of projects to ensure the highest quality of documentation and professionalism, focusing 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, balancing client expectations with contractual obligations, project goals, and 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 track accounts receivable; ensure the department responds to all requests and directions.
• 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 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 complex situations.
• Monitor and enforce compliance with all TERRA standards, guidelines, and policies.
• Develop operating policies and procedures unique to the department to ensure activities are completed 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 thinking within the department and alignment with company values and procedures.
• Monitor and address noncompliance issues related to administrative policies and procedures such as timesheet recording, expense reports, purchase orders, and client coordination.
• Coordinate with other Discipline Department Directors to ensure disciplines are coordinated.
• Perform other duties as required.

• B.S. in civil engineering or related field strongly preferred.
• 15+ years of applicable engineering experience.
• 10+ years in a leadership/management role.
• Professional Engineer licensure preferred.
• Additional credentials preferred (e.g., CFM, CPESC, ENV SP, LEED AP, etc.).
• PMP certification a plus.
• Valid driver’s license required for field work.

• 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 at developing and maintaining strong, dependable client relationships.
• Strong ability to conduct business development and project pursuit activities.
• Highly proficient in verbal and written communication.
• Working proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, Micro Station, and other…