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VHB · 1 day ago

Highway Design Director

Williamsburg, VA

Full-time

Hybrid

Director/Executive

15+ years exp

VHB is seeking a growth-oriented and experienced engineer to serve as the Highway Design Director. The successful candidate will drive the growth of the VDOT Design practice and provide strategic support to Project Managers on large-scale transportation projects.

Asset ManagementCivil EngineeringConstructionConsultingGraphic Design

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Leverage relationships to develop and maintain trusted adviser status with VDOT clients at all levels of the organization

Work closely with our Mid-Atlantic local and regional leadership teams in the development of targeted client service action plans

Provide strategic guidance during the project pursuit process, including opportunity identification, scope development, risk identification, and defining project goals

Advise on project approach, scope, cost, and schedule, identifying opportunities for innovative solutions and strategic teaming partnerships

Support project delivery teams and provide technical guidance for the design of transportation projects

Qualification

Civil EngineeringVDOT Transportation DesignProject ManagementVirginia Professional EngineerMentoring SkillsDynamic Environment AdaptabilityCommunicationInterpersonal Skills

Required

B.S. in Civil Engineering or related degree (a master's may be substituted for 2 years of experience)

15+ years of professional civil engineering experience focused on delivery of complex VDOT Transportation Design Services

Virginia Professional Engineer licensure required

Demonstrated supervisor and mentoring skills

Technical proficiency and ability to understand and navigate complex projects

Solid project management skills, including planning, budgeting, and risk management

Market and client knowledge to align project strategies with client drivers and expectations

Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with diverse clients and project team

Benefits

Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation

Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects

Community and social responsibility as sustainable stewards

Focus on learning, development, and career growth

Best-in-class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplace

Company

VHB

Glassdoor4.0

VHB offers civil engineering, site and transit planning, GIS mapping, consulting, analytics, design-build, and structure designing services.

Founded in 1979

Watertown, Massachusetts, USA

1001-5000 employees

https://www.vhb.com/

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