Director (PE), Public Infrastructure, Baton Rouge, LA

Halff Associates, Inc.; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) plan

ESOP

PTO and holidays

Life insurance

Job summary

Halff Associates, Inc. is seeking a Director (PE) for Public Infrastructure in Baton Rouge, LA. The candidate will lead multi-disciplinary teams, mentor staff, and drive project delivery and business development for municipal and transportation projects in Louisiana.

Ideal candidate has 15+ years of public infrastructure experience, a LA P.E. license, and strong client networking. The role offers leadership opportunities and ownership potential within Halff’s growth in the region.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in civil engineering or ABET accredited equivalent engineering degree.
• P.E. license in Louisiana.
• 15+ years in utility and public infrastructure design, local infrastructure, public works, municipal and LA DOTD roadways, trails, drainage and land development projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple teams of engineers and/or other staff within their discipline.
• Set performance goals and conduct evaluations.
• Oversee planning, design, and implementation of projects within their discipline.
• Collaborate with business development to prepare proposals and client presentations.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships and networking with municipal clients and partners.
• Drive sales growth and monitor project performance metrics.

Skills

P.E. Louisiana

OpenRoads

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Leadership

Mentoring

Client relationships

Communication

Business development

Education

Civil engineering degree (ABET)

Tools

OpenRoads

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Director (PE), Public Infrastructure, Baton Rouge, LA

Halff is seeking a highly skilled Civil Engineering Director to join our Public Infrastructure team in Baton Rouge, LA. The ideal candidate will have 15+ years of experience in delivering public infrastructure utilities, local infrastructure and/or transportation projects, an established network of clients, and knowledge of established practices in regional clients' rotation lists, on‑calls and pre‑qualification pools in Louisiana. This position offers an excellent career development opportunity for someone looking to grow with Halff, with potential for not only business and personal growth, but ownership in the firm.

What you will do

• Lead and manage multiple teams of engineers and/or other professional/technical staff within their discipline, providing guidance, mentorship, and support
• Foster a collaborative and innovative work environment that promotes teamwork and professional growth
• Set performance goals, conduct regular performance evaluations, and identify areas for improvement
• Implement and uphold rigorous quality control processes to ensure project deliverables meet high-quality standards
• Oversee the planning, design, and implementation of projects within their discipline, ensuring timely and cost-effective completion
• Stay updated on the latest advancements in technologies and methodologies within the discipline and apply them to enhance project outcomes
• Collaborate with business development teams to prepare proposals, presentations, and proposals for potential projects
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with clients to understand their needs, address concerns, and identify new business opportunities
• Develop and maintain a robust network of municipal clients and teaming partners
• Identify potential projects within the region and initiate implementation strategies for successful awarding of new design contracts
• Utilize a deep understanding of principles and best practices within the discipline, to guide project teams effectively
• Develop project scopes, professional services fee development, and staff projections
• Coordinate with clients, stakeholders, and project teams to understand project requirements and deliverables
• Work in a collaborative team environment with multiple offices and various disciplines
• Oversee large scale, complex, multi‑discipline projects
• Drive sales growth, coach strong financial project performance, and monitor other key metrics

What you will need

• Bachelor's or master's degree in civil engineering or ABET accredited equivalent engineering degree
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) License in Louisiana
• At least 15 years of experience in utility and public infrastructure design, local infrastructure, public works, municipal and Louisiana DOTD roadways, trails, drainage, and land development projects
• Bentley OpenRoads and/or AutoCAD Civil 3D experience
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with clients, team members, and stakeholders effectively
• Servant leader mentality with strong ability to train and mentor staff
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and guide diverse teams effectively
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong client and teaming partner relationships in Louisiana
• Demonstrable project wins as a key individual on the project team organizational chart
• Proven track record of successfully managing and delivering projects of varying sizes and complexities within their discipline

The Halff Public Infrastructure Advantage

• Diverse and interdisciplinary teams can manage projects from inception through completion
• Halff's Context Sensitive Solutions (CSS) experts ensure projects are designed in a manner sensitive to the environment and its context, without cost increases
• Our QA/QC Program is designed to achieve high-quality deliverables

Learn more about Halff's Public Infrastructure services, check out some of our projects, and meet our team

Halff Public Infrastructure Services

• Public Infrastructure
• Transportation/Roadway
• Water and Wastewater Drainage
• Water Resources
• Facilities
• Parks and Trails
• Construction Management and Inspection
• Asset Management
• Traffic and ITS
• SUE/Survey

Company Overview

Halff is a full‑service infrastructure consulting firm planned, designed, engineered, constructed - and purposed - for people. Since 1950, we've been creating smart solutions that improve lives and communities by turning ideas into reality. Halff was founded on a core tenet: Focus on people, treat them well, and success will follow. It's no wonder, then, that our employees and the culture they create result in our firm consistently being named a Top Workplace in America. Our industry‑leading professionals collaborate to meet tough challenges in creative ways. You can view Halff's full complement of services here. Halff has over 30 offices in Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Florida, Arkansas, Georgia and Arizona. For a full list of our locations, click here.

We offer excellent benefits, including but not limited to:

• Medical, dental, prescription and life insurance
• Long‑term and short‑term disability insurance
• Paid time off (PTO) and 8 company paid holidays (and Veteran's Day for our veterans)
• Traditional and Roth 401(k) plans
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 529 College Savings Plan
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Click here for a more comprehensive list of Halff's benefits

Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

Halff is a drug‑free workplace. This offer of employment is contingent upon the receipt of a clear drug screen and background check prior to your first day of employment. This position may be subject to random drug testing pursuant to federal regulations.

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