Regional Director

What You’ll Do

• Build and lead a high-performing local team—driving a positive culture, mentoring staff, and overseeing daily operations
• Manage and grow a portfolio of civil engineering or land surveying projects from concept through construction
• Champion collaboration across disciplines and offices to ensure high-quality, consistent service
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities while maintaining strong relationships with clients
• Oversee financial performance of the office, including project budgets, forecasting, and P&L responsibility
• Shape the long-term growth and strategy of the Tri-Cities office in alignment with AKS’s mission and values

Who You Are

• A licensed Professional Engineer (PE) or Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) in Washington (or with the ability to obtain licensure quickly)
• 10+ years of progressive experience in civil engineering or land surveying, including project and client management
• A proven leader with at least 5 years of experience managing teams and overseeing office-level or departmental P&L
• Skilled in hiring, mentoring, and developing high-performing teams with a collaborative, people-first mindset
• Business-savvy with a track record of winning work, building client relationships, and growing service lines or offices
• Congfident communicator who thrives in cross-functional environments and brings clarity, energy, and accountability to your team
• You have a "Do what needs to be done" mindset, taking ownership beyond assigned tasks and stepping in wherever needed to keep projects, teams, and customers supported and running smoothly.

Nice to Have

• MicroStation/InRoads experience
• Familiarity with local agency design standards
• Experience mentoring junior staff
• Prior experience working on commercial, industrial, or mixed-use developments
• Interest in business development or future project management