Senior Transportation Project Manager

About the role

The Transportation Engineering Lead position at Fehr Graham is a pivotal figure within the organization, responsible for leading the development and execution of transportation engineering strategies. This role demands a visionary leader with extensive experience in transportation engineering, client engagement, and strategic planning.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the executive team to outline and execute the firm's transportation plan, ensuring alignment with organizational values and mission.

• Develop comprehensive strategies for advancing transportation projects and services.

• Establish and foster strong relationships with local agencies, both existing clients and potential target clients, to understand their transportation project needs and secure new opportunities.

• Serve as a liaison between clients, the organization, and regulatory bodies like the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) to advance transportation projects.

• Oversee the execution of transportation projects, ensuring they meet client expectations, industry standards, and internal quality benchmarks.

• Recruit, mentor, and develop the transportation design team.

• Maintain financial oversight by monitoring project budgets, resources, and financial performance to ensure successful and profitable project completion.

• Facilitate clear and effective communication between clients, project teams, regulatory authorities, and other stakeholders.

• Establish a personal working relationship with key decision makers and influencers based on Fehr Graham core values.

• Stay updated on transportation engineering technology trends and advancements.

• Attend meetings, community, and industry events.

• Communicate industry trends to the team and share knowledge.

• Maintain client confidentiality of all project work.

• Abide by Fehr Graham core values and contribute to the mission of the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in transportation engineering, with a proven track record of success.

• Proven ability to lead and mentor a team of transportation engineers.

• Strong client engagement and relationship-building skills.

• Experience with transportation project management and financial oversight.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Knowledge of transportation engineering technology trends and advancements.

Skills

• Strategic thinking and planning.

• Client relationship management.

• Project management.

• Financial analysis and budgeting.

• Communication and interpersonal skills.

• Transportation engineering technology trends and advancements.

Benefits

Fehr Graham offers a competitive salary, medical/dental/vision insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, a 401K retirement plan, profit-sharing bonus plan, paid time off, and an awesome work environment. The firm also provides an opportunity for growth and development within a people-first organization committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Pay

$160,000 - $200,000 / year

Schedule

This position is based in Fehr Graham's East Peoria, Illinois offices with the opportunity to work in a hybrid fashion.