Associate VP, Transportation - Pennsylvania Lead

PRIME AE Group, Inc.

Pittsburgh (Allegheny County)

Hybrid

USD 175,000 - 210,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

A leading company in the architectural and engineering field seeks an Associate Vice President of Transportation to lead operations in Pennsylvania. This role involves overseeing project management, business development, and team leadership while working in a hybrid model. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in transportation design and management, along with the drive to mentor junior engineers.

Qualifications

  • 20+ years of experience in transportation design and project management.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) registration required.
  • Preliminary and final design experience with PennDOT and PTC projects.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee profitable operation of the transportation business including revenue generation.
  • Lead and mentor transportation professionals and ensure high-quality project deliveries.
  • Serve as the face of PRIME AE to clients and communities.

Skills

Communication
Leadership
Project Management
Organizational Skills

Education

BSCE (Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering)
MSCE (Master of Science in Civil Engineering)

Tools

Bentley MicroStation
InRoads
OpenRoads Designer
OpenBridge Designer

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PRIME AE Group, Inc. ( www.primeeng.com ), a top 500 ENR-ranked multi-disciplined architectural and engineering firm with 22 offices in 9 States and over 500 employees throughout the Midwest, Mid-Atlantic, Southeast, and Northeast, is seeking an Associate Vice President of Transportation – Pennsylvania Leadto be located in either our Harrisburg or Pittsburgh, PA office. This opening provides a flexible work schedule to meet individual needs through a hybrid work model (virtual and in-office).

Company Overview:

PRIME AE is on the move and for almost two decades we’ve been delivering engineering, architecture, and construction management solutions for all the places we live, learn, laugh, and grow. We are adding capabilities, expanding into new geographies, and looking to work with exciting talent. Whether you are seeking new challenges, greater variety, or a better opportunity, we are on the lookout for professionals who enjoy being part of something bigger. It is a great time to come onboard with us!

Position Overview:

As the Associate Vice President of Transportation – Pennsylvania Lead, the primary responsibility will be to serve as the operational leader for Pennsylvania Transportation, providing leadership and direction to grow the firm’s core businesses, to add new markets and clients, and to broaden the capabilities of the operation.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for the profitable operation of the business including revenue generation, growth of backlog, client engagement, oversight of office operations, cash management and overhead, and business development.
  • Serve as the face of PRIME AE to our clients, as well as the local and regional communities.
  • Oversee the work of Design Engineers and Engineering Technicians in the development and design of various types of highway, bridge, and traffic projects, including urban and rural roadways, interstates, interchanges, traffic management, transportation planning, highway safety, site planning, preparation of concept alignments, geometric layout, MOT, and ADA compliance projects.
  • Oversee a team of Construction Managers & Inspectors on highway improvement projects with with PennDOT and Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission (PTC).
  • Develop deliverables and provide quality control for all stages of project delivery, including preliminary layouts, final plans, reports, specifications, and estimates.
  • Coordinate and work with other design teams and assess the activities and deliverables of the various subconsultants and disciplines associated with projects.
  • Interact and coordinate with clients, team members, and subconsultants to successfully deliver projects.
  • Serve as a leader to our transportation professionals to ensure they have the necessary support in resources, technology, and talent to deliver services with the highest quality.
  • Develop and mentor the transportation engineering skillsets of junior and entry level design engineers.
  • Lead, direct, and participate in marketing for prospective opportunities. Identify potential clients and potential projects/opportunities. Participate in firm meet-and-greets and interviews.
  • Assist in preparation of SOI’s, Technical and Price Proposals, response to RFP’s, advertisements and solicitations.
  • Participate in professional organizations such as ACEC, ASCE, AASHTO and the regional AASHTO affiliates.

Minimum Requirements:

  • BSCE (required), MSCE (a plus).
  • Professional Engineer (PE) registration is required.
  • 20+ years' progressive experience in a combination of transportation design and project management responsibilities.
  • Preliminary and Final design experience with PennDOT and Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission (PTC) projects, specifications, and guidelines required.
  • Familiarity with Bentley MicroStation/InRoads, OpenRoads Designer and/or OpenBridge Designer CAD developed plans.
  • Demonstrated experience with PennDOT, PTC, LRFD and AASHTO Policy's and Guidelines.
  • Excellent communication, presentation and organizational skills required.
  • Demonstrated ability to deliver challenging projects.
  • Ability to work on simultaneous task assignments.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to lead and work within teams.
  • Professionalism appropriate to represent PRIME to clients.

PRIME AE Group are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.

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