Vice President, Transportation & Strategy

Princeton, NJ

Techno is seeking an accomplished Transportation Leader to drive strategic growth across New Jersey and the surrounding region. This executive-level position is designed for a relationship-builder, market strategist, and business developer who understands how public agencies procure professional services and how successful partnerships are built over time.

As a key member of our leadership team, you will play a critical role in expanding our transportation practice, strengthening agency relationships, and helping position the firm for long-term success in one of the nation's most active infrastructure markets.

• Develop and maintain meaningful relationships with transportation agencies, public‑sector decision makers, and industry partners throughout New Jersey and the greater region.
• Identify emerging opportunities and guide strategic decisions regarding pursuit selection and resource investment.
• Lead capture planning efforts for major transportation and infrastructure opportunities, including positioning activities, teaming strategies, and client engagement initiatives.
• Work closely with technical and operational leadership to align market opportunities with firm capabilities and growth objectives.
• Expand the firm's visibility and presence within the Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey markets through targeted outreach and relationship‑building efforts.
• Monitor transportation funding initiatives, capital programs, procurement forecasts, and legislative developments that may impact market opportunities.
• Serve as a trusted representative of the firm at industry conferences, agency meetings, professional associations, and networking events.
• Support client satisfaction, account growth, and long‑term partnership development across key transportation clients.
• Provide strategic insight into market trends, competitor activity, and evolving client priorities.

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Business Administration, Planning, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience leading business development, capture management, client engagement, or strategic growth initiatives within the transportation or civil infrastructure industry.
• Existing relationships and industry credibility with agencies such as NJDOT, NJ Transit, the New Jersey Turnpike Authority, or other public‑sector transportation organizations.
• Strong understanding of qualifications‑based selection processes, public procurement requirements, and transportation consulting pursuits.
• Proven ability to develop opportunities, influence decision‑makers, and contribute to successful contract wins.
• Excellent communication, presentation, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work effectively with executive leadership, technical professionals, teaming partners, and agency representatives.

The expected salary range for this role in New Jersey is $200,000 - $225,000 per year. Total compensation, including salary and bonuses, is determined by experience, skill level, location, and qualifications and evaluated during the interview process.

• 401(k)-retirement savings plan with employer match
• Health, dental, life, and vision insurance
• Flexible paid time off
• Professional growth opportunities
• Potential profit‑sharing opportunities

Techno ensures that all applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic.