Civil Engineering Business Leader

Burgess & Niple; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 170,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Burgess & Niple, a nationally recognized civil engineering firm, invites a senior transportation leader to drive growth across the region. You will blend strategic business development with strong leadership to expand client relationships, develop future leaders, and shape a thriving market presence.

This role emphasizes leading the practice from pursuit through delivery, mentoring project managers and engineers, and fostering collaboration across offices to deliver exceptional transportation

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required or implied
• 15+ years of transportation industry experience with understanding of project delivery from pursuit through completion
• PE license preferred but not required
• Proven ability to grow business, develop opportunities, and maintain a strong client/industry network
• Strong understanding of consulting industry practices, project delivery, and client service excellence
• Proven leadership experience managing teams, coordinating resources, and driving organizational performance

Responsibilities

• Create and execute a growth strategy for the transportation engineering practice, identifying new markets, pursuits, and partnerships while deepening trusted client relationships
• Serve as a visible market leader who brings ideas forward, opens doors, and positions the firm for long-term success in the region
• Lead and support project delivery with a strong focus on client experience, collaboration, and successful outcomes
• Build a financially strong and sustainable practice by managing budgets, schedules, risk, performance, and growth goals
• Develop, mentor, and empower project managers and engineers, creating opportunities for others to grow alongside the practice
• Foster collaboration across local and regional offices, connecting people, ideas, and technical expertise to deliver exceptional work
• Encourage staff engagement in professional societies, networking, and industry leadership to expand visibility and strengthen relationships
• Represent the firm as an established transportation leader at client meetings, industry events, professional organizations, and strategic pursuits

Skills

15+ years transportation experience

Business development

Leadership

Change leadership

Communication

Entrepreneurial mindset

Servant leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Marketing, Business Administration, or another applicable field

Job description

For more than a century, Burgess & Niple has helped communities strengthen the infrastructure that supports everyday life. Our teams combine technical expertise with a commitment to improving quality of life, safety and sustainability. At B&N, that legacy shapes meaningful careers. You will collaborate on projects that make a difference, grow alongside experienced teams and contribute to work that has lasting impact.

Join our nationally recognized civil engineering firm and take the lead in building something meaningful. In this pivotal role, you'll drive the growth of our transportation practice across the region, combining strategic business development with strong leadership to expand client relationships, develop future leaders, and shape a thriving market presence. This is more than a leadership role; it is an opportunity to shape a market, strengthen client partnerships, develop future leaders, and create lasting impact through transportation solutions that move communities forward. If you are energized by building relationships, identifying opportunities, developing people, and turning vision into measurable growth, this role offers the chance to make your mark.

What You'll Do

• Create and execute a growth strategy for the transportation engineering practice, identifying new markets, pursuits, and partnerships while deepening trusted client relationships
• Serve as a visible market leader who brings ideas forward, opens doors, and positions the firm for long-term success in the region
• Lead and support project delivery with a strong focus on client experience, collaboration, and successful outcomes
• Build a financially strong and sustainable practice by managing budgets, schedules, risk, performance, and growth goals
• Develop, mentor, and empower project managers and engineers, creating opportunities for others to grow alongside the practice
• Foster collaboration across local and regional offices, connecting people, ideas, and technical expertise to deliver exceptional work
• Encourage staff engagement in professional societies, networking, and industry leadership to expand visibility and strengthen relationships
• Represent the firm as an established transportation leader at client meetings, industry events, professional organizations, and strategic pursuits

Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Marketing, Business Administration, or another applicable field required
• 15+ years of transportation industry experience, including a strong understanding of project delivery from pursuit through completion
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred, but not required
• Proven ability to grow business, develop opportunities, and maintain a strong network of client and industry relationships in the civil engineering sector
• Strong understanding of consulting industry practices, project delivery, and client service excellence
• Proven leadership experience managing teams, coordinating resources, and driving organizational performance
• Demonstrated ability to lead change, foster collaboration, and develop high-performing teams
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to connect with clients, teams, and industry partners
• Entrepreneurial, self-directed mindset with the confidence to take initiative, make connections, and turn opportunities into results
• Servant leadership approach grounded in collaboration, integrity, innovation, excellence, and a commitment to developing others

Burgess & Niple is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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