Senior Leader, Transportation Project Development

Richland County Ag; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 102,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

Richland County is seeking an Assistant Director of Project Development to direct the Project Development Division within the County Transportation Department. The role oversees planning, development, and administration of transportation projects funded through the County Transportation Program, ensuring compliance with laws, budgets, schedules, and policies.

The incumbent provides leadership to professional and supervisory staff, manages contracts, right-of-way activities, and coordination with

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Project Management, or related field.
• Eight years of budget, contract, and management experience.
• Experience in public speaking, right-of-way acquisition, contracts administration, and government relations.

Responsibilities

• Directs planning, development, and implementation of transportation projects funded by the County Transportation Program.
• Leads and supervises Project Development Division staff and contract administration activities.
• Oversees right-of-way acquisition, real estate activities, and coordination with agencies and consultants.
• Develops program priorities, budgets, revenues, and cash flow management; represents department to public and officials.

Skills

Public speaking

Leadership

Contract administration

Budget management

Project management

Negotiation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Job description

Richland County is seeking an Assistant Director of Project Development to direct the Project Development Division within the County Transportation Department. The role oversees planning, development, and administration of transportation projects funded through the County Transportation Program, ensuring compliance with laws, budgets, schedules, and policies.

The incumbent provides leadership to professional and supervisory staff, manages contracts, right-of-way activities, and coordination with