Transportation Engineering Practice Lead

Transportation Engineering Practice Lead

Transportation Engineering Practice Lead – Lochner, Irvine, CA

Lochner was founded in 1944 and is a trusted infrastructure services provider for aviation, surface transportation, and water clients. We deliver high‑quality, forward‑looking solutions to complex challenges and aim to become a Top 100 leader in the A/E industry.

Our vision is to sustain an agile, engaged, and empowered workforce that embraces the art of the possible and makes a lasting difference in our world.

• Under the direction of the Operations Manager, lead the expansion and performance of the Orange and San Diego offices.
• Build and lead the team, ensuring communication and guidelines are aligned with broader objectives and incorporate corporate policies.
• Implement local changes, including strategies, programs, and other initiatives.
• Devise and pursue new business opportunities to increase market share, acting as a subject‑matter expert for project delivery and oversight.

• Develop the civil transportation vision and supporting business plans to drive regional growth.
• Work closely with the Marketing Manager on local marketing and growth strategies, enforcing best practices and ensuring the office meets business‑plan goals.
• Represent the firm at client meetings, industry events, and other business functions; develop relationships with local leaders and partner firms.
• Schedule periodic meetings with key client personnel in coordination with PMs and leadership.

• Support development of office‑level action plans that align with the regional business plan.
• Ensure compliance with staff‑utilization expectations and enforce corrective action plans when needed.
• Assess talent needs, design, and implement a comprehensive leadership‑development strategy.

• Ensure the profitability of the regional office and its projects.
• Measure and monitor budget and operational performance; communicate key metrics to leadership.

• Maintain a defined level of chargeability and assume greater responsibility when required.
• Work closely with other Office Managers and support regional teaming.
• Maintain client communication and ensure satisfactory client experience, production, and QA/QC procedures.
• Oversee succession planning and support development of successors.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and corporate policies.
• Facilitate effective communication within the region through regular meetings and written communications.

• Drive regional business growth to meet KOA‑Lochner’s nationwide strategies.
• Refresh local strategy to position the business for success and contribute to long‑term growth.
• Stabilize the business and reinvigorate culture; engage and inspire the team with a focus on sustainable growth.

• Strategic thinking
• Driving results
• Leading change
• Leading people
• Collaborating and influencing
• Building people capability

• Minimum 15 years of diversified civil engineering experience with expertise in transportation infrastructure.
• Led and delivered large projects through effective team and budget management.
• Experienced in planning, design, and construction services for roads, highways, and bridges.
• Strategic and growth‑mindset leadership.
• Track record of scaling a business and team for growth with effective governance.
• Strong relationship‑building and long‑term client connections; local network with DOT and partners preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient at leveraging communications for business development and team engagement.

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or planning (required).
• Professional registration desired;
  Professional Engineer preferred.

• Competitive premiums for medical, dental, and vision.
• Paid time off and flexible holiday program.
• Company‑paid disability, maternity leave, and life insurance.
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with employer contribution.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for medical and dependent care.
• Paid family leave.
• Retirement plan with employer match.
• Flexible…