Department Manager - Transportation
Core
Leading a professional or technical discipline department in the design, development, and delivery of infrastructure project tasks while managing scope, budget, and quality control.
Role type
Senior management-level department manager (transportation/engineering)
Builds
Infrastructure projects (highways, etc.) for clients
Domain
Civil engineering / Transportation infrastructure
Required skills
Engineering management, budget management, staff recruitment and development, project delivery management, strategic planning, client relations, technical discipline expertise
Preferred skills
Master's degree in Engineering, Professional Engineer (PE) certification, American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification, Project Management Professional (PMP)
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Develops and manages department operating budget; Coordinates department activities, establishes priorities, and assigns staff; Supports firm's strategic plan and sales approach; Implements contracting and project delivery processes; Assists in marketing and proposal generation; Recruits, hires, and develops department staff; Leads multiple teams with direct and indirect supervision of 15+ employees; Performs technical discipline tasks including research, reports, design, and specifications.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with management responsibilities