Section Chief, Transportation Engineering Manager

Maryland-Department-of-Transportatio; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Health benefits

Pension plan

401k

Free transit program

Advanced education and training

Job summary

State Highway Administration in Baltimore City is seeking a Section Chief (Transportation Engineering Manager I) to oversee the Federal Aid Program and lead a team of ten professionals. This role requires strong engineering expertise and regulatory knowledge, serving as the primary link to FHWA for statewide projects.

The position emphasizes daily program management, reporting, and ensuring compliance with state and federal requirements while supporting MDOT's broader transportation goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited college or university.
• Seven (7) years of experience in professional engineering.
• Two (2) years of experience providing oversight and/or monitoring federal transportation programs or projects.
• PE license in MD or comparable state is considered meeting education requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of SHA’s Federal Aid Program; monitor apportionments, obligations, and project oversight.
• Lead a staff of 10 employees and provide guidance on federal program requirements and regulations.
• Serve as the sole conduit to the FHWA for Maryland projects and stakeholders.
• Analyze reports and communicate conclusions and recommendations to SHA leadership and FHWA.

Skills

Attention to detail

Supervisory skills

Administrative skills

Transportation engineering knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Engineering software

Job description

State Highway Administration in Baltimore City is seeking a Section Chief (Transportation Engineering Manager I) to oversee the Federal Aid Program and lead a team of ten professionals. This role requires strong engineering expertise and regulatory knowledge, serving as the primary link to FHWA for statewide projects.

The position emphasizes daily program management, reporting, and ensuring compliance with state and federal requirements while supporting MDOT's broader transportation goals.