Senior Transportation Director

About the Role

Moffatt & Nichol specializes in large complex waterfront infrastructure projects and is recognized as one of the worldwide leaders in this field. We are actively looking for a Senior Transportation Director to join our Costa Mesa office. As part of the Transportation Group, the Senior Transportation Engineer leads multidisciplinary teams in the identification, pursuit, and successful delivery of major infrastructure projects, including highway, roadway, bridge, transit, and rail design across the state, US, and internationally.

About Moffatt & Nichol

Moffatt & Nichol is a leading U.S.-based global infrastructure advisor specializing in the planning and design of facilities that shape and serve our coastlines, harbors, and rivers, as well as an innovator in transportation. For the 5th year in a row, Moffatt & Nichol is ranked #1 in Engineering News-Record for Marine & Port Facilities in the U.S. Additionally, our firm consistently ranks in the Top 100 Pure Designers in the US and the Top 50 Designers in International Markets. Moffatt & Nichol's professional staff includes engineers, planners, scientists, and architects who serve our global client base from offices in Europe, North America, Latin America, and the Pacific Rim. The firm provides clients worldwide with customized service and a level of excellence that have become the firm’s hallmark in several primary practice areas – ports and harbors; coastal, environmental, and water resources; urban waterfronts and marinas; transportation, bridges, and rail; inspection and rehabilitation; and energy.

Responsibilities

• Builds and manages key client relationships through deep client knowledge, client relationships, and industry leadership
• Coordinates and collaborates with clients, regulatory/review entities, engineering disciplines, sub-consultants, for successful project pursuits and project delivery
• Identifies needed internal and external resources to maintain and expand industry leadership and market competitiveness
• Leads a multi-disciplinary team of planners, designers, business analysts, and other disciplines to successfully deliver project plans, specifications, reports, and other deliverables and outcomes to clients and partners
• Monitors, tracks, and reports engineering, schedule, and budget progress at the program and project level

Please note this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Structural, or Transportation Engineering; Required
• Master's degree in Civil, Transportation, or related business degree; required
• Professional Engineer license (PE) in CA; required
• 20+ years of experience leading Southern California transportation project pursuits, project delivery teams, and overall infrastructure improvement projects; required
• Ability to interface with local clients as firm representative; required
• Excellent oral, presentation, and written communication and negotiation skills

All new hires will be required to successfully complete and pass a pre-employment (post-offer) background check in compliance with NIST 800-171. Moffatt & Nichol uses E-Verify and employment is contingent upon the legal ability to obtain employment in the U.S. and to present the required documentation at hire.

Working Conditions

Majority of work is office-based.

Pay

Base salary range: $274,000 to $360,000 based on years of experience, level of education obtained, professional registration, and meeting the required qualifications in the job description. Base salary range only applicable for candidates who will be hired and working in the California market.

Benefits

At Moffatt & Nichol, we genuinely care about our team and strive to create a warm, welcoming environment. We’re excited to offer a range of great benefits and cover many costs to support you. Here are some highlights:

• We offer a comprehensive, highly competitive benefits package with low employee contributions
• Family coverage is available
• Low-deductible plan available
• Generous HSA match to help manage healthcare expenses
• Stay energized with our amazing Wellness Program (with financial incentives) to keep you healthy and fit
• Features include: monthly one-on-one sessions with nutritionists, access to a Healthwise Pharmacist, mindfulness apps like The Calm and BetterHelp, and more
• Free and confidential Employee Assistance Programs for counseling and support
• Generous Paid time off (15 to 25 days based on experience level), Paid Holidays (7), and a floating holiday
• 401(k) match to help you reach your financial goals
• Excellent Life Insurance coverage, fully paid by the company
• You may also have the option to further your education with our comprehensive Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Plus, there are plenty of training opportunities, a Leadership Development Program, a formal Mentoring program, an active YP (Young Professionals) group, and so much more
• And because we care about all members of your family, we offer Pet Insurance to look after your furry friends