Roads and Highways Group Leader, California

RPMGlobal; Ontario (CA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401k with employer match

Flexible schedule (9/80)

PTO 120 hours+ per year

7 paid holidays

Wellbeing program

Professional development

Bonus program

Job summary

David Evans and Associates, Inc. (DEA) seeks a California Transportation Group Leader / Senior Project Manager to lead a multi-office team in Ontario, Tustin, or San Diego, CA. You will guide staff, manage large transportation projects, and drive client relationships throughout California.

The role combines leadership, project delivery, and business development to expand DEA's transportation practice while delivering high-quality public agency solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Licensed Professional Engineer in California or ability to obtain within six months.
• Minimum 15 years of transportation engineering experience.
• At least 5 years delivering transportation projects for Caltrans/local agencies.
• Proven ability to lead complex, multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead California transportation staff and foster a high-performing team.
• Oversee complex roadway, highway, multimodal and corridor projects.
• Manage scope, schedule, budget, quality, and client satisfaction.
• Coordinate staffing and project workloads to meet commitments.
• Develop client relationships and support business development.
• Support pursuit strategies and proposals.

Skills

Group leadership

Project management

Client relationship management

Transportation engineering

OpenRoads

MicroStation

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

PE license in California or ability to obtain within six months

15+ years of transportation engineering experience

5+ years of project management experience

Tools

OpenRoads

MicroStation

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Roads and Highways Group Leader, California

TransportationJobs with David Evans and Associates:

At David Evans and Associates, Inc. (DEA), our Transportation team solves modern transportation challenges by combining innovation, sustainability, and a commitment to our clients. Through cutting-edge engineering practices, we deliver unique solutions designed to provide an exceptional client experience. DEA meets the demands of modern transportation with a diverse range of services tailored to our clients' evolving needs. From enhancing existing transportation networks to pioneering new mobility solutions, our expertise helps shape a future where safe, efficient, and accessible mobility improves the quality of life in the communities we serve.

The Roads and Highways Practice is seeking a California Transportation Group Leader / Senior Project Manager, based in one of our offices in Ontario, Tustin, or San Diego, CA, to support the growth and success of our Transportation Business Unit throughout California.

This role combines people leadership, project delivery, client management, and business development to grow DEA's transportation presence throughout California while delivering high-quality solutions for public agency clients.

What You'll Do

Key Responsibilities:

Group Leader Responsibilities:

• Lead, mentor, and develop transportation staff across California.
• Foster a collaborative, accountable, and high-performing team environment.
• Manage employee performance, career development, training, and staffing assignments.
• Partner with Transportation leadership to recruit and retain top talent.
• Collaborate with Group Leaders and practice leaders across DEA to support project delivery and business development efforts.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, industry partners, and teaming firms.
• Support strategic growth initiatives and pursue new project opportunities throughout California.

Senior Project Manager Responsibilities:

• Serve as Project Manager for complex transportation engineering and planning projects.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams in the delivery of roadway, highway, multimodal, active transportation, and corridor improvement projects.
• Manage project scope, schedule, budget, quality, and client satisfaction.
• Oversee project financial performance, including forecasting, invoicing, subconsultant management, and contract administration.
• Ensure deliverables meet client requirements and DEA quality standards.
• Coordinate staffing resources and project workloads to meet delivery commitments.
• Participate in business development activities, including client meetings, pursuit strategies, proposal development, and interviews.
• Support long-term client relationships with Caltrans, regional transportation agencies, counties, and municipalities.

What You Bring

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in California, or ability to obtain within six months.
• 15+ years of transportation engineering experience.
• 5+ years of project management experience delivering transportation projects for Caltrans and/or local agencies.
• Demonstrated success managing complex transportation projects and multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience developing client relationships and supporting business development efforts.
• Working knowledge of OpenRoads, MicroStation, AutoCAD Civil 3D, and related transportation design software.
• Strong communication, leadership, and collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Existing relationships with Caltrans, cities, counties, or regional transportation agencies in California.
• Established record of winning and delivering transportation projects.
• Experience leading teams across multiple office locations.

What We Offer

We foster an environment where talented professionals have the freedom and support to do their most meaningful work. Our values and company culture form the foundation of our success, creating a positive and collaborative work environment. These guiding principles are vital to our continued achievements and unwavering commitment to improving the world around us.

As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to cultivate and develop your skills and work alongside talented colleagues who are committed to improving the quality of life while demonstrating stewardship of the built and natural environments.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health coverage:Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance, for employees and their families
• Financial wellness:Health Savings Account (HSA) and Lifestyle Spending Account with employer contributions
• Professional development: Support for continuing education and training opportunities
• Work Schedule:Flexible work schedules including a 9/80 schedule - every other Friday off!
• Paid Time Off (PTO) program:Paid time off (PTO) beginning at 120 hours annually for full-time employees, with increased accrual based on years of service (up to 200 hours)
• Paid Holidays:7 paid holidays per year
• Retirement:401k plan with employer match program
• Wellbeing focus:Holistic Wellbeing Program centered on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community health
• Growth opportunities:Access to mentorship, professional support, and pathways for career advancement
• Employee bonus program: Eligible employees may participate in DEA's employee bonus program, which is based on company profitability.
• Potential salary range:$180,000-$220,000 annually

The posted salary range represents the typical range for this position and is provided in accordance with applicable state and local pay transparency laws. Actual compensation will be commensurate with experience, qualifications, and geographic location.

Potential office locations include: Ontario, CA; Tustin, CA; San Diego, CA.