Director of Mega Infrastructure Projects

HNTB; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 239,000 - 382,000; Full time

Job summary

HNTB in Arlington, VA is seeking a Project Director to lead the development and execution of the project management plan for mega ($5M+) and super mega ($25M+) transportation projects. You will build strong client relationships and serve as the primary liaison to deliver on scope, schedule, and budget.

You will supervise and mentor teams, staff projects, and drive pursuit efforts with senior leaders, ensuring adherence to HNTB's SDA and SSA practices to achieve strategic business goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and 12 years of relevant experience including 4 years experience successfully managing and delivering mega and/or super mega projects

Responsibilities

• Develops and nurtures key client relationships and is the primary company contact on assigned projects. Communicates effectively with clients to identify needs and evaluate alternative business solutions and strategies.
• Responsible for financial performance on projects. Proactive management of cash, budget, schedule and project scope to ensure adherence to project goals and completion to the client's satisfaction.
• Sets priorities, obtains commitments, and engages required resources through collaboration with Group Directors, Department Managers and/or Section Managers to staff projects according to the project Work Plan.
• Collaborates with office and division leadership in solving challenges and ensuring business objectives are met.
• Supervises and mentors’ team to achieve overall project objectives. Where appropriate, oversees the project's Project Manager(s). Responsible for/oversees project staffing, including, but not limited to; recruitment, hiring, development, retention and succession of project staff; development of plan for project staff reporting; and support for performance and compensation reviews.
• Leads pursuits of mega projects and/or actively involved as part of the pursuit team for super mega projects. Partners with Client Service Leaders to develop long term strategies to identify and pursue additional business opportunities with key clients and with pursuit champions on efforts for mega and super mega projects in accordance with HNTB's Sophisticated Sales Approach (SSA). Works with the pursuit team and marketing resources to prepare appropriate proposal and presentation materials. Leads interview and proposal presentations to the client as well as general presentations within the industry.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Project leadership

Client relationship management

Financial management

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Job description

HNTB in Arlington, VA is seeking a Project Director to lead the development and execution of the project management plan for mega ($5M+) and super mega ($25M+) transportation projects. You will build strong client relationships and serve as the primary liaison to deliver on scope, schedule, and budget.

You will supervise and mentor teams, staff projects, and drive pursuit efforts with senior leaders, ensuring adherence to HNTB's SDA and SSA practices to achieve strategic business goals.