Virginia Transportation Engineering Design Leader

1 week ago

Richmond, VA, United States Apex Systems Full time
Virginia Transportation Engineering Design Leader

You willoversee building relationships with clients, project management and delivery, and profitable growth.This role involvesstrengtheningthe transportation design team, overseeing project delivery, managing client relationships, and ensuring compliance with industry standards, while fostering innovation and excellence within the team.

You willhavefullsupportofour client'sEast DivisionTransportation Practice Lead, East DivisionMarket Lead, andour establishedTransportation Engineering Design team located inMaryland.Youwilllead and mentor a team of civil transportation engineers and technicians, helping to design and execute high-impact transportation projects that shape the infrastructure of our communities.

WhatYou willDo:

  • Lead & Manage Projects: Oversee all phases of transportation projects, frominitialconcept to final design, ensuring they meet quality standards and client expectations. Manage schedules, budgets, and project teams to deliver exceptional results.
  • Mentor & Develop Talent: Guide and inspire a team of engineers and technicians. Share your knowledge and experience to help them grow professionally while fostering a collaborative and innovative team culture.
  • Collaborate with Cross-Disciplinary Teams: Work with experts across various disciplines (highway, bridge, water resources, environmental, geotechnical, survey, and traffic) to deliver integrated, effective solutions for complex transportation projects.
  • Project Execution: Manage all aspects of project delivery, including project organization, scheduling,financial management, subconsultant management, and ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards.
  • Business Development & Client Relations: Lead business development efforts,identifyclient needs, define solutions, and deliver results. Build strong relationships with clients to expand opportunities within the transportation sector.
  • Continuous Improvement: Ensurehigh standardsof quality control through internal reviews and risk management protocols, while driving innovation and staying ahead of industry trends.
To Succeed:
  • Experience: 12+ years of experience in transportation/civil engineering, specifically in highway/roadway or bridge design for state departments of transportation and municipalities.
  • Leadership: Proven ability tomanage teams, mentor engineers, and guide projects from start to finish.
  • Technical Expertise: Hands-onexperience with roadway and bridge design, preparation of construction documents, project delivery, and design software likeOpenRoads.
  • Client Focus: Strong skills in managing client relationships,identifyingproject needs, and delivering results on time and within budget.The ability toidentifybusinessprospects, andkey client issues, and plan for growth andsuccess.
  • CommunicationSkills: Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills essential for collaboration and project coordination.
  • Flexibility & Problem-Solving: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, managing complex challenges and finding creative solutions.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in civil engineering.
  • 12+ years of experience in the design and preparation of construction contract documents for Highways and/or Bridge Structures.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) registration in Virginia.
  • Experience with Virginia state andlocalities regulations, including VDOT specifications, local codes, procurement policies, bid documents, and coordination with state and local agencies for permitting and compliance.
  • Proficiencyin OpenRoads or other relevant design software.
  • Passion for mentoring others, meeting clientobjectives, and overcoming technical challenges.
  • Ability to work well in a collaborative team environment and manage projects with virtual teams acrossdifferent locations.


Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.

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