Associate Vice President - Transportation Design

Pape-Dawson; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Pape-Dawson is looking for a full-time Associate Vice President of Transportation Design in Nashville, TN. This role entails leading the roadway design group, overseeing projects, and developing staff while ensuring adherence to budgets and timelines.

Candidates must have 15+ years of experience in Transportation Design and a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering. The ideal applicant should possess a Tennessee PE license and strong understanding of roadway design and project management.

Qualifications

• 15+ years' experience in the Transportation Design field.
• Tennessee PE license or ability to achieve by reciprocity.
• Understanding of roadway design guidance from AASHTO.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain professional relationships with local and state governments.
• Direct and oversee transportation design projects through project managers.
• Oversee and mentor staff.

Skills

Transportation Design

Project Management

MicroStation

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Tools

MicroStation/Geopak

Open Roads Designer

Job description

Job Description

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 and 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.