Planning Practice Lead, Southwest Region

Wilson & Company, Inc., Engineers & Architects; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 125,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Wilson & Company, Inc., Engineers & Architects is seeking a Planning Practice Lead for the Southwest Region to join our team in Albuquerque, NM or El Paso, TX. You will lead a growing planning team, build client relationships, win work, and manage projects across multiple states.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in transportation planning, strong leadership, and proven ability to manage budgets and schedules while mentoring staff and coordinating with federal, state, local and tribal clients.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Civil Engineering, Urban and Regional Planning, or related discipline.
• AICP or PE certification preferred.
• 10+ years leading a professional planning team.
• 10+ years’ experience in transportation, land use, and multimodal planning.
• 10+ years’ experience managing planning projects for federal, state, local and/or tribal clients.
• Strong writing and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and related software.

Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise and mentor staff, develop and maintain a leadership pipeline, and allocate resources.
• Serve as Senior Project Manager for a variety of planning projects and clients.
• Oversee and coordinate work to meet accuracy, quality, and client expectations.
• Communicate directly with federal, state, local, tribal, and private industry clients.
• Mentor and train staff, ensure resources to accomplish goals.
• Represent Wilson & Company at professional meetings and industry events.
• Collaborate with regional and national managers on company goals and client development.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Mentoring staff

Microsoft Office

Education

Civil Engineering (BA/BS)

Urban and Regional Planning (BA/BS)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Wilson & Company, Inc., Engineers & Architects, a national multi-disciplined engineering and architecture consulting firm, is currently seeking a full-time Planning Practice Lead for the Southwest Region to join our team in Albuquerque, New Mexico or El Paso, Texas. We’re looking for someone who is ready to jump in and lead a growing team of professionals, build relationships with both internal and external clients, win work, and manage projects. This role on our Planning team has potential to scale in accordance with your direct experience. Whether you're an experienced team/program lead or an experienced project manager ready to take the next step, we would be excited to talk with you.We’re offering you the chance at Higher Relationships with Wilson & Company, your coworkers, and our clients. In this role, you will collaborate with our larger, national team of planning & mobility professionals across the country in the execution of work firmwide. You’ll be joining a dynamic team of planning & mobility leads who work closely together to mentor our staff, grow our practice, and do great work for our clients. If you’re looking to be a part of building something great, we want to talk to you.Region Practice Leads are responsible for leading, supervising and mentoring staff, developing and maintaining a leadership pipeline within the planning program, and delegating/allocating staff resources to ensure that all project milestones are met by the team. Management, supervisory, and leadership experience are required along with strong communication skills. All Wilson & Company planning & mobility staff work collaboratively with professionals in a variety of disciplines across the firm (including federal, transportation, municipal services, and water resources) to build relationships both locally and in all states where Wilson & Company is conducting planning & mobility project work.This position is also responsible for managing planning projects through all phases, from initial marketing and scope of work/fee development through approval of final deliverables. Specific tasks include marketing and business development, client coordination, management of schedules and budgets, coordination and oversight of project teams (task leads, resource specialists, subconsultants, etc.), and collaboration with staff in a variety of industry disciplines. The ideal candidate will have experience as principal author of planning documents to support project approvals for a variety of federal, state, local and tribal clients. Strong writing skills are required.Job Duties Include:Lead, supervise and mentor staff, develop and maintain a leadership pipeline, and delegate/allocate staff resourcesServe as Senior Project Manager for a variety of projects and clientsOversee and coordinate work efforts of the team to ensure accuracy, quality, and design to satisfy client expectations/requirementsCommunicate directly with federal, state, local, tribal, and private industry clients.Mentor and train staff and ensure team members have sufficient resources to accomplish goals/projectsHave successful experience overseeing multiple clients and projects simultaneouslyPrepare project proposals, scopes of services, and fee proposals for diverse project typesSuccessfully develop and nurture strong relationships with clients and peersRepresent Wilson & Company at professional organization meetings and/or other industry meetingsAttract and retain quality team membersCollaborate with regional and national managers regarding meeting company goals and visions, client development, and business planning.Required Skills and Experience:Bachelor of Arts (BA) or Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Civil Engineering, Urban and Regional Planning, or related curriculum. Advanced degrees will be given due attention.AICP or PE certification preferred10+ years’ experience leading a team of professionals, including supervising/mentoring staff and being responsible for allocating staff resources.10+ years’ experience in transportation, land use, and/or multimodal infrastructure planning.10+ years’ experience managing planning projects for federal, state, local and/or tribal clients.Project and task management skills with proven ability to complete work on schedule and within budget.Effective oral and written communication skills.Proficiency in software systems, including the Microsoft suite of programs.Specific experience with winning and executing projects for state DOTs, MPOs and local municipalities.Proven ability to manage multiple team members and coordinate effectively with other planners, engineers and technicians.Self-starter with the ability to multitask and pay close attention to detail.Ability to effectively communicate thoughts and ideas to direct reports, peers, senior staff and clients.Strong analytical, organizational and time management skillsAnnual Salary Range: $125,000 – 175,000+ (depending on experience)Please note that Wilson & Company is not currently sponsoring applicants for work visas.About Us:For nearly a century, Wilson & Company, Inc., Engineers & Architects, has provided award-winning engineering, architecture, planning, environmental, surveying, geospatial, and construction management services. With employees across multiple offices in the Midwest, Southwest, Rocky Mountain, and Western regions in the United States, we bring people together to practice their craft, create value, and accomplish great things.Guided by our purpose, we help clients move from concept to completion, transforming unused spaces into productive places, underutilized facilities into efficient ones, and rural or urban challenges into achievable solutions.At Wilson & Company, we focus on your specific needs, delivering excellence with lasting Higher Relationships in mind. By employing our core values—discipline, intensity, collaboration, shared ownership, and solutions—we create genuine experiences and lasting connections for our clients, employees, and communities.We support our employees’ success and well-being with a comprehensive benefits package, including options for health insurance, life insurance, disability coverage, paid time off, and retirement savings plans. We are proud to be an EEO employer and maintain a drug-free workplace, conducting pre-employment background checks.Join us and be part of a culture committed to helping you achieve personal and professional success.