Associate Vice President - Transportation Design

Pape-Dawson, Tennessee; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Pape-Dawson Engineers in Nashville is seeking a full-time Associate Vice President of Transportation Design to lead the roadway design group, mentor staff, manage budgets and schedules, and ensure project delivery.

The role requires 15+ years in Transportation Design, a PE license in Tennessee, and proven ability to develop client relationships with TDOT and local agencies. You will collaborate with project managers, pursue new opportunities, and guide marketing efforts.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in Transportation Design.
• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering.
• Tennessee PE license or ability to reciprocity.
• Experience leading and directing individuals or a team.
• Knowledge of AASHTO roadway design guidance.
• Experience with TDOT guidelines and local programs.
• Experience with MicroStation/Geopak and Open Roads Designer.
• Strong client relationships with TDOT, municipalities, and permitting agencies.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and budgets.
• Experience with billing and client invoicing.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with local and state governments, private clients, and community leaders.
• Direct and oversee transportation design projects through project managers.
• Oversee and mentor staff.
• Provide quality control on project delivery.
• Prepare proposals content and client agreements.
• Monitor budgets, tasks, and schedules with project managers.
• Lead department marketing efforts and proposals.
• Oversee hiring and performance management.
• Coordinate with sub-contractors and manage budgets.
• Participate in monthly client invoicing.

Skills

Leadership experience

Strong communication skills

Budget and project management

Staff mentoring

Client relationship building

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license, Tennessee

Tools

MicroStation/Geopak

Open Roads Designer

Job description

Job Description Overview

Pape-Dawson is seeking a full-time Associate Vice President of Transportation Design for our Transportation group based in our Nashville office. This position is responsible for leading the roadway design group, including staff development and overseeing projects, their delivery, and adhering to budgets and timelines. The Associate Vice President is also expected to understand and communicate local market conditions, personnel needs and industry trends.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain professional relationships with local and state governments, private clients, and community leaders
• Direct and oversee transportation design projects through the project managers
• Oversee and mentor staff
• Provide quality control on project delivery
• Prepare proposal content and client agreements
• Monitor project tasks, budgets, and schedules with project managers
• Monitor project performance
• Lead departmental marketing efforts, including proposal efforts, conference participation, and professional organization membership
• Lead department personnel, including hiring and performance management
• Oversight of sub-contractors
• Create and adhere to yearly budget
• Participate in monthly client invoicing
• Additional related duties as needed

Requirements

• 15+ years experience in the Transportation Design field
• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering
• Tennessee PE license or the ability to achieve by reciprocity
• Experience leading and directing individuals or a team
• Understanding of roadway design guidance from AASHTO
• Experience with TDOT guidelines, procedures, plan preparation, and local programs/projects
• Understanding of MicroStation/Geopak and Open Roads Designer
• Significant experience in development of roadway plans and specifications
• Experience and relationships with TDOT, local municipalities, and permitting agencies
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously
• Experience with billing and client invoicing
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Dependable, adaptable, flexible, and deadline driven

EEO Statement: All qualified applicants for Pape-Dawson Engineers will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.