Director – Roadway/Highway Design

Nbutexas; West Palm Beach (FL); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Nbutexas is seeking a senior leader to oversee roadway and highway design, shaping regional transportation projects and mentoring teams.

This role offers a platform for influence, impact, and career growth within a well-established civil engineering and infrastructure firm. The position may allow hybrid or remote work arrangements, reflecting a supportive, growth-oriented culture.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, mentorship, and direction to transportation engineering and project management teams.
• Oversee department strategy, budgeting, staffing, and project deliverables.
• Develop new business opportunities for roadway design and cross-sell services.
• Supervise project managers, set goals, and implement performance management.
• Manage projects from proposal through construction services, ensuring quality and timely delivery.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, business partners, and industry organizations.
• Guide the administrative and operational excellence of the business unit.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field

Job description

Join a well-established civil engineering and infrastructure firm as a senior leader overseeing roadway and highway design. This is an outstanding opportunity to shape regional transportation projects, mentor dedicated teams, and contribute meaningful impact. The company's supportive, growth-focused culture encourages innovation and professional advancement.

Director - Roadway/Highway Design Benefits & Compensation

• Competitive base salary with discretionary bonuses and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
• Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and employee discounts.
• May be eligible for hybrid or remote work arrangements.
• Supportive, collaborative culture that values inclusion and career growth.

Director - Roadway/Highway Design Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field required.
• Minimum 15 years of professional consulting and/or transportation design experience, including at least 5 years of project management.
• Professional Engineer (PE) registration required.
• Demonstrated technical experience with transportation projects and client delivery.
• Experience preparing roadway design plans in relevant jurisdictions.
• Thorough understanding of municipal and DOT codes and regulations.
• Valid state driver’s license and ability to travel locally as needed.

Director - Roadway/Highway Design Preferred Background & Skills

• Strong marketing and business development mindset.
• Experience supervising and developing teams of engineers or project managers.
• Aptitude for fostering client relationships and participating in professional societies.
• Data analysis and interpretation skills.
• Basic understanding of financial reports and project metrics.

Director - Roadway/Highway Design Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, mentorship, and direction to transportation engineering and project management teams.
• Oversee department strategy, budgeting, staffing, and project deliverables.
• Develop new business opportunities for roadway design and cross-sell services.
• Supervise project managers, set goals, and implement performance management.
• Manage projects from proposal through construction services, ensuring quality and timely delivery.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, business partners, and industry organizations.
• Guide the administrative and operational excellence of the business unit.

If you’re ready for a leadership role that offers influence, impact, and opportunity, this position could be your next career step.