Operations Leader - Colorado

RS&H; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 210,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

RS&H is seeking a State Operations Leader in Denver, CO, responsible for driving profitable growth and operational excellence in the Colorado Infrastructure business. This role will lead revenue and financial performance, oversee project delivery, and foster client satisfaction. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Engineering, at least 15 years of experience, and holds a Professional Engineer (PE) license. The salary range for this position is $210,000 - $260,000, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of relevant experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) licensure required.
• Demonstrated success leading complex, multidisciplinary transportation projects.
• Strong knowledge of Colorado transportation markets and delivery methods.

Responsibilities

• Drive operational and financial performance across the Colorado portfolio.
• Ensure effective project transitions, staffing strategies, and quality management.
• Partner with leadership to evaluate client feedback and strengthen client satisfaction.
• Promote collaboration and ensure compliance with standards.

Skills

Leadership

Financial acumen

Communication

Organizational skills

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Job description

Overview

The Opportunity RS&H is seeking to hire a State Operations Leader in Denver, CO.

In this position, you will provide strategic, operational and financial leadership for the Colorado Infrastructure business. This role is responsible for driving profitable growth, operational excellence, and strong project delivery across the state. You will partner closely with regional and divisional leadership; the State Operations Leader helps execute business strategy, strengthen market position, and ensure high-quality outcomes for clients and the firm. This position reports to the West Region Transportation Infrastructure Division Leader.

Key Responsibilities

Operational & Financial Leadership

• Leads revenue, profitability, and overall financial performance across the Colorado portfolio
• Develops and executes annual operating plans, budgets, and forecasts
• Monitors performance trends and conducts regular financial and operational reviews
• Aligns staffing, investments, and business priorities to optimize returns and support sustainable growth

Project Oversight & Delivery

• Ensures effective project transitions, staffing strategies, and quality management practices across the portfolio
• Anticipates and addresses technical, financial, and delivery risks
• Leads project financial reviews and partners with project leaders to drive accountability and performance
• May serve directly as Project Officer or Senior Project Manager on select strategic projects

People & Leadership

• Leads through senior leaders and project teams to drive performance and execution
• Identifies organizational and technical capability gaps and supports talent development strategies
• Builds a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Mentors leaders and supports succession planning across the state

Client & Market Engagement

• Partners with leadership to evaluate client feedback and strengthen client satisfaction
• Supports growth through business development, strategic positioning, and relationship building
• Maintains strong partnerships with key internal and external stakeholders

Collaboration & Culture

• Promotes collaboration across disciplines, offices, and regions
• Ensures compliance with client, regulatory, and firm standards
• Reinforces a culture of operational excellence, teamwork, and shared accountability

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field
• Minimum 15 years of relevant experience
• Professional Engineer (PE) licensure required
• Proven leadership experience with strong business and financial acumen
• Demonstrated success leading complex, multidisciplinary transportation projects
• Strong communication, organizational, and critical-thinking skills
• Knowledge of Colorado transportation markets and delivery methods

Preferred Qualifications

• Alternative delivery experience
• Executive-level operational leadership experience

Typical salary range for this position in Denver is $210,000 - $260,000, commensurate with experience relative to the position.

If this sounds like the role for you and you're ready to join an amazing team, please apply.

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The Team

From managed toll lanes and long-range corridor plans to complex interchanges, major roadway, and segmental bridge designs, our teams provide the highest quality planning, environmental and engineering design solutions to our clients. Each day, we partner with transportation agencies and local governments across the country to keep our communities moving and improving the overall quality of life. By joining our team, you too can lead the evolution of transportation.

The Company

Employee-owned, RS&H is one of the nation’s leading architecture, engineering, and consulting firms, with associates who work hard every day to create tomorrow together. We offer an exceptional journey from start to future. Our integrated teams translate experience into insight, turn challenges into opportunities, and build relationships that are as strong as the buildings and infrastructure we deliver together. We attribute our success to our unwavering commitment to our core values: integrity, accountability, curiosity, and teamwork.