Vanasse Hangen Brustlin , Inc.
VDOT Transportation Design Director
Vanasse Hangen Brustlin , Inc., Virginia Beach, Virginia, us, 23450
VDOT Transportation Design Director
Job Locations
US-VA-Richmond | US-VA-Virginia Beach | US-VA-Williamsburg
ID
2024-4613
Category
Engineering
Type
Regular Full-Time
Career Stage Type
Experienced
# of Openings
1
Overview
ABOUT THE POSITIONVHB is seeking a growth-oriented, entrepreneurial, and experienced engineer to serve as the VDOT Transportation Design Program Executive (PX). The successful candidate will play a critical role in driving the growth of the VDOT Transportation Design practice to increase market share across the state of Virginia. As the company continues to grow and undertake projects of greater scale and complexity, the VDOT Transportation Design PX provides high-level strategic guidance and support to Project Managers (PMs) on large-scale, complex transportation projects, enabling PMs to focus on project execution while ensuring the overall success of projects. This person will collaborate closely with PMs, clients, and project teams, working throughout the project life cycle from pursuit to close-out to ensure seamless delivery, client satisfaction, and project excellence.ResponsibilitiesLeverage relationships to develop and maintain trusted adviser relationships with clients at all levels of the VDOT organization as well as set the vision for growth and lead market awareness.
Work closely with our Mid-Atlantic regional and office leadership and other local staff in the development of targeted client service action plans for VDOT.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.Develop new project opportunities and provide key insight for pursuits.Oversee and lead project delivery teams and provide technical guidance for the design of transportation projects.Serve as Project Executive or Design Manager on mega projects across VHBs footprint.Skills and AttributesStrong track record of overseeing successful VDOT project deliveryProven record of delivering complex transportation projectsAbility to work in a dynamic environmentHave the drive to be a leader in the company and in the professional communityPossess strong engineering judgment with a strive for quality and financial excellenceDesire to mentor and train design staff in evaluating project risks, client expectations and overall successful project deliveryQualificationsB.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; 20+ years of experience highly preferredVirginia Professional Engineer licensure requiredDemonstrated supervisor and mentoring skillsTechnical proficiency and ability to understand and navigate complex projectsStrong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with diverse clients and project teamsAbility to maintain a high-level view of project and client goals while providing strategic guidanceSolid project management skills, including planning, budgeting, and risk managementObjective mindset to identify project challenges and develop appropriate solutionsMarket and client knowledge to align project strategies with client drivers and expectations
We are VHB! We're an inspired and innovative team of engineers, scientists, planners, and designers who partner with clients in the transportation, real estate, institutional, and energy industries, as well as federal, state, and local governments. Our work helps improve mobility, enhance communities, and contribute to economic vitality. We do this while balancing development and infrastructure needs with stewardship of our environment.Our people make us great! VHB provides a differentiating employee experience, which includes:Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovationOpportunity to work on complex, transformational projectsCommunity and social responsibility as sustainable stewardsFocus on learning, development, and career growthBest-in-class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplaceWe are consistently rated one of the top AEC firms to work for across our 30+ offices on the East Coast. We're growing, and we hope you'll join us!VHB is a proud Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion-supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. All individuals receive consideration for employment based on their qualifications without discrimination for race/ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, pregnancy, marital status, or any other basis protected by law.#LI-KS1#LI-HybridNeed help finding the right job?
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Job Locations
US-VA-Richmond | US-VA-Virginia Beach | US-VA-Williamsburg
ID
2024-4613
Category
Engineering
Type
Regular Full-Time
Career Stage Type
Experienced
# of Openings
1
Overview
ABOUT THE POSITIONVHB is seeking a growth-oriented, entrepreneurial, and experienced engineer to serve as the VDOT Transportation Design Program Executive (PX). The successful candidate will play a critical role in driving the growth of the VDOT Transportation Design practice to increase market share across the state of Virginia. As the company continues to grow and undertake projects of greater scale and complexity, the VDOT Transportation Design PX provides high-level strategic guidance and support to Project Managers (PMs) on large-scale, complex transportation projects, enabling PMs to focus on project execution while ensuring the overall success of projects. This person will collaborate closely with PMs, clients, and project teams, working throughout the project life cycle from pursuit to close-out to ensure seamless delivery, client satisfaction, and project excellence.ResponsibilitiesLeverage relationships to develop and maintain trusted adviser relationships with clients at all levels of the VDOT organization as well as set the vision for growth and lead market awareness.
Work closely with our Mid-Atlantic regional and office leadership and other local staff in the development of targeted client service action plans for VDOT.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.Develop new project opportunities and provide key insight for pursuits.Oversee and lead project delivery teams and provide technical guidance for the design of transportation projects.Serve as Project Executive or Design Manager on mega projects across VHBs footprint.Skills and AttributesStrong track record of overseeing successful VDOT project deliveryProven record of delivering complex transportation projectsAbility to work in a dynamic environmentHave the drive to be a leader in the company and in the professional communityPossess strong engineering judgment with a strive for quality and financial excellenceDesire to mentor and train design staff in evaluating project risks, client expectations and overall successful project deliveryQualificationsB.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; 20+ years of experience highly preferredVirginia Professional Engineer licensure requiredDemonstrated supervisor and mentoring skillsTechnical proficiency and ability to understand and navigate complex projectsStrong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with diverse clients and project teamsAbility to maintain a high-level view of project and client goals while providing strategic guidanceSolid project management skills, including planning, budgeting, and risk managementObjective mindset to identify project challenges and develop appropriate solutionsMarket and client knowledge to align project strategies with client drivers and expectations
We are VHB! We're an inspired and innovative team of engineers, scientists, planners, and designers who partner with clients in the transportation, real estate, institutional, and energy industries, as well as federal, state, and local governments. Our work helps improve mobility, enhance communities, and contribute to economic vitality. We do this while balancing development and infrastructure needs with stewardship of our environment.Our people make us great! VHB provides a differentiating employee experience, which includes:Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovationOpportunity to work on complex, transformational projectsCommunity and social responsibility as sustainable stewardsFocus on learning, development, and career growthBest-in-class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplaceWe are consistently rated one of the top AEC firms to work for across our 30+ offices on the East Coast. We're growing, and we hope you'll join us!VHB is a proud Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion-supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. All individuals receive consideration for employment based on their qualifications without discrimination for race/ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, pregnancy, marital status, or any other basis protected by law.#LI-KS1#LI-HybridNeed help finding the right job?
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