Job Description:

Overview:

This role provides leadership for schematic design and PS&E delivery on highway projects. This role oversees multiple project management teams, drives client relationships with agencies such as DOT and municipalities, and ensures technical and financial excellence across complex, multi-discipline projects. The position combines strategic business development, team mentorship, and operational oversight to sustain and grow the firm’s transportation practice.

Responsibilities:

• Lead multiple project management teams, providing direction on workload, scheduling, QA/QC, and technical execution

• Build and strengthen senior-level relationships with DOT, municipalities, and other clients to win and deliver high-impact projects

• Oversee multi-discipline consultant teams throughout project development and design

• Drive business growth by securing new contracts including development of solicitation response, expanding existing relationships, and cross-selling firm services

• Executing the teams strategic plan including growth goals, employee development, and client engagement

• Ensure financial success by managing utilization, backlog, invoicing, AR, and project budgets

• Mentor and develop team members, fostering career growth and professional excellence

• Represent the firm at industry events, conferences, and professional organizations

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering or related field

• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.)

• 20+ years of progressive, multi-discipline experience in schematic design and PS&E, with at least 15 years managing transportation projects from conception to completion

• Proven track record of building and maintaining long-term client relationships, with a strong focus on DOT and municipal projects          

• Demonstrated ability to lead, develop, and inspire high-performing teams

• Strong financial acumen with experience managing large-scale budgets and driving profitability

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to represent the company at senior levels

• Active participation in professional and civic organizations, with a commitment to giving back to the engineering profession and community

EEO Statement:

All qualified applicants for Pape-Dawson Engineers will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.