Senior Transportation Engineer - Eastern PA Region

ZipRecruiter; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a senior professional to lead strategic transportation initiatives in eastern Pennsylvania. This role involves mentoring staff, managing transportation projects, and expanding the firm's market presence. The ideal candidate will have over 20 years of experience in the transportation industry, strong business development skills, and a Pennsylvania Professional Engineer License. Join a respected firm dedicated to improving infrastructure and making a positive impact in the community. This is a unique opportunity to advance your career while contributing to meaningful projects that enhance the region's transportation landscape.

Benefits

Flexible work schedule options

Competitive salary

Leave accrual and paid holidays

Healthcare benefits

Group Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Parental and maternity leave benefits

Qualifications

• 20+ years of experience in the transportation industry leading teams.
• Strong knowledge of PennDOT Policies and Procedures.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic transportation initiatives in eastern Pennsylvania.
• Mentor staff and guide growth and expansion of the firm.

Skills

Business Development Skills

Communication Skills

Leadership Skills

Mentoring Skills

Project Management

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering

B.S. in Structural Engineering

Job description

At Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP (WRA), we are "People Focused and Project Driven". We have been in business for more than 105 years and we are known for our quality work and quality employees. This is your chance to join our team - help us to design the infrastructure that improves the world!

Building on WRA’s outstanding reputation in the western and central Pennsylvania transportation industry, we are currently seeking a senior professional to lead the firm’s strategic transportation initiatives within the eastern Pennsylvania market. This position will play a vital role in expanding our presence in eastern Pennsylvania, hiring and mentoring staff, and helping guide the overall direction of our growth and expansion in eastern Pennsylvania as well as supporting growth throughout the company. The candidate will be part of our Pennsylvania leadership team which collaborates on project pursuits and delivery throughout the state. The successful candidate must be energetic and be able to mentor and lead teams. In addition, they must have a demonstrated ability to pursue and manage transportation projects with the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation particularly PennDOT District’s 5-0 and 6-0 as well as the City of Philadelphia and other municipalities, counties, and regional planning organizations. This is a unique opportunity to help grow our Pennsylvania transportation practice and expand a market for a leading multi-disciplined transportation engineering firm. The successful candidate should possess strong business development skills while working collaboratively with multi-disciplined teams throughout Pennsylvania and the rest of the company. Leadership responsibilities include operating with integrity and sound business principles, providing practice vision, business planning and strategy, establishing goals, building and maintaining positive client relationships, open communication with partners and team, along with growing and directing the eastern Pennsylvania transportation practice. This is an outstanding opportunity to take the next step in your career.

Requirements:

• A minimum of 20 years of experience in the transportation industry leading multi-disciplined experts.
• Track record of developing and growing markets and cultivating outstanding internal and external relationships.
• Ability to manage and mentor staff of all levels, and direct resources effectively in a positive manner.
• Excellent communication and business development skills including writing proposals, scopes of work, scheduling, and budgets for projected work.
• Demonstrated experience leading transportation contracts in PA.
• Alternative Project Delivery experience a plus.
• B.S. in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering.
• Pennsylvania Professional Engineer License required.
• Excellent reputation as a transportation professional.
• Strong knowledge of PennDOT Policies and Procedures.
• Positive attitude and willingness to work with others.

Benefits:

• Flexible work schedule options.
• Competitive salary.
• Leave accrual and paid holidays.
• Healthcare benefits.
• Group Life Insurance, as well as additional optional life Insurance, short and long term insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care reimbursement.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Parental and maternity leave benefits.

WRA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and complies with all applicable anti-discrimination laws.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. WRA will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity. (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa)

Position # 2265

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