Highway Department Manager

Director Highway Department

Job Description

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in planning, design, engineering, and operations management within the highway sector. This role requires a New Jersey Professional Engineer's license and a proven track record in project management, client engagement, and team leadership.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the main point of contact for transportation agencies.

• Develop strategic plans for winning and executing highway projects.

• Lead business development and pursuit of new work.

• Coordinate with leadership and participate in marketing and proposal development.

• Manage one or more key projects depending on size, complexity, and availability.

• Collaborate with other departments on multi-discipline projects including bridge, traffic, environmental, etc.

• Provide Quality Assurance/Quality Control of design materials prior to submission.

• Review design and contract documents for conformance and completeness.

• Provide oversight to project managers to support, review, and audit processes ensuring project success.

• Manage the highway design group to meet client and project needs.

• Supervise staff assignments and plan resource allocation to meet deadlines, deliverables, budgets, and schedules.

• Oversee and mentor staff to help them meet their professional goals.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.

• Minimum of 12 years of experience in planning, design, or engineering/operations management.

• Project Management experience on highway projects of varying sizes.

• New Jersey Professional Engineer's license.

• Experience with NJDOT, NJ Turnpike, NJ Counties, and/or MPO's.

• Strong organizational and leadership skills.

• Experience in business development and client engagement.

• Proven track record of managing a team with direct reports.

• Experience with multi-discipline projects including bridge, traffic, and environmental.

• Quality Assurance/Quality Control experience.

• Proficiency in reviewing design and contract documents.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Cherry Hill, NJ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $175000.00 - $200000.00/yr.

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription insurance 401k Retirement Plan and company match Life, AD&D, short-term, long-term disability Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Health Savings Account (HSA) Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) Generous paid time off Tuition reimbursement program Professional Development Certification Bonus

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Cherry Hill,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 5, 2025.

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