
Transportation Planning and Design Area Principal - Tennessee
- Knoxville, TN
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Lead and manage the delivery of transportation programs and projects, overseeing all aspects of project lifecycle.
- Oversee the preparation of scope, schedule, and budgets for projects.
- Develop and present complex technical solutions to clients, demonstrating innovative problem-solving abilities.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality project outcomes.
- Interface with clients and be a principal in BD efforts and lead pursuits to win projects, coordinating closely with other local leaders.
- Ensure that production of specifications, reports and analyses meet scope, schedule, cost and quality requirements and are commensurate with professional standards, client requirements and corporate objectives.
- Collaborate with management to determine long-range plans and objectives, including recommendations on project staffing, evaluating and mentoring of subordinate staff.
- Manage programs or projects and maintain schedule, budget, and profitability of assigned projects.
- Coordinating with internal and external clients and fortify long-term client/contractor relationships.
- Contribute with other leaders to advance our alternative delivery capabilities in TN.
- Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field; master’s degree preferred.
- Registered Professional Engineer in TN or ability to obtain PE within 6 months.
- 15 years of experience in transportation engineering and project management.
- Proven record of successfully leading and managing complex infrastructure projects.
- Strong knowledge of transportation industry standards, regulations, and best practices.
- Excellent leadership, team management, and mentoring skills.
- Outstanding communication and presentation abilities, with experience in client-facing roles
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Alternative Delivery experience is a plus.
- Various roles of development and oversight with our top clients, TDOT, NDOT, Knoxville, Chattanooga, and various other clients.
- Assist or direct BD activities for the expansion of services and clients, TDOT and municipalities.
- Frequently Mentor staff with best principles for project delivery, management and client development.
- Career Growth & Development – Tuition reimbursement program, paid professional training, major license achievement bonus, extensive on-demand learning center, and paid professional memberships.
- Work-Life Alignment – Industry-competitive PTO, seven paid holidays and two floating holidays, flexible work schedules, paid parental leave, and eligibility for hybrid and remote work options for some employees based on role responsibilities.
- Wellness – Medical, dental and vision insurance, employee assistance program, fitness and wellness reimbursement, and HSA and FSA options.
- Life – Employer-paid STD and LTD, employer-paid term life insurance, and retirement 401(k) with company match.
- Community – Quarterly social events, paid group volunteering events, and employee networks and groups.