Transportation Engineering Manager
System One
Sugar Land, TX
$175,000 a year
Description
Transportation Engineering Manager
Type: Full-time | Leadership Role
Objective:
Lead and grow transportation engineering services within the Texas market. This strategic leadership role blends business development, technical oversight, and team management to deliver innovative, high-quality transportation solutions. The successful candidate will drive operational excellence, foster client relationships, and mentor a dynamic team of professionals.
Key Responsibilities:
Expand visibility and reach of transportation services through client engagement and market outreach.
Recruit, mentor, and lead a high-performing team of engineers and support staff.
Manage multiple transportation projects concurrently, ensuring quality, budget, and schedule compliance.
Identify and resolve technical issues through proactive communication and leadership.
Help shape and execute regional growth strategies aligned with long-term business goals.
Evaluate project opportunities and guide decisions on pursuit and resource allocation.
Lead the preparation of proposals and participate in client presentations to win new work.
Coordinate cross-office project teams for efficient resource utilization.
Set performance expectations and provide regular coaching and feedback.
Promote ongoing professional development within the team.
Apply strategic thinking to navigate complex project and business challenges.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field (Master’s preferred).
15+ years of experience in transportation engineering design.
At least 10 years of experience managing engineering projects.
Professional Engineer (PE) license or eligibility to obtain one in Texas.
Prior staff management experience strongly preferred.
Proven ability to build and maintain strong client relationships.
Strong business development and proposal writing skills.
High level of professionalism and commitment to quality.
Collaborative mindset and ability to work across disciplines.
Strong judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
Capacity to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Adaptability to shifting project demands and client needs.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
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