Senior Transportation Engineering Manager

Vanasse Hangen Brustlin Inc.; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Best-in-class benefits

Flexible, hybrid work environment

Support for skill growth

Job summary

Vanasse Hangen Brustlin Inc. is seeking a Senior Transportation Engineering Manager to lead complex transportation projects in Raleigh or Charlotte, NC. This role involves managing federal, state, and local projects, developing client relationships, and contributing to strategic growth in the transportation department.

The ideal candidate will have substantial project management experience, strong leadership skills, and be a licensed NC Professional Engineer. Benefits include a flexible, hybrid work environment and support for skill development.

Qualifications

• 11-15+ years of professional transportation engineering experience.
• At least 10 years of experience in the NC market required.
• NC Professional Engineer (PE) license required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Senior Project Manager for federal, state, and local clients.
• Develop and manage client relationships.
• Manage staff and provide technical development.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication skills

Multidisciplinary team management

Technical expertise in transportation engineering

MS Office proficiency

Problem-solving

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering or similar discipline

Tools

MicroStation

Open Roads Designer

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Senior Transportation Engineering Manager

Job Locations: US-NC-Raleigh | US-NC-Charlotte

ID: 2026-5975 | Category: Engineering | Type: Regular Full-Time | Career Stage: Experienced | Openings: 1

Overview

VHB's North Carolina team is looking for a Senior Transportation Engineering Manager in the Transportation Department to join our growing team. The selected candidate could sit in our Raleigh or Charlotte office.

VHB's Transportation group has earned a reputation as one of the preeminent traffic engineering and transportation planning teams in North Carolina. This position provides an opportunity to lead complex transportation projects for federal, state, and local government clients and play an important role in expanding and shaping the group. We are looking for someone with a blend of project management skills, technical expertise, managerial skills, and innovative thinking.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Senior Project Manager for federal, state, and local clients
• Develop and manage client relationships
• Manage staff, and provide technical and professional development of staff
• Assist with strategy for expansion of transportation services in North Carolina
• Monitor project financial performance
• Attend and lead meetings with clients, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders to establish their needs and discuss traffic analysis and transportation design/permitting issues
• Execute scope associated with project delivery for transportation design projects for all stages from feasibility studies to final PS&E packages at letting
• Participate in professional organizations that promote relationships with clients and teaming partners
• Develop new project opportunities, and prepare and manage proposal submissions

Skills and Attributes

• Self‑motivated, attention to detail and ability to multitask
• Ability to think critically
• Exhibits strong leadership skills
• Strong computer skills (MS Office)
• Strong and collaborative work ethic and ability to work well in a team environment
• Substantial technical and project management experience
• Ability to manage a multidisciplinary team of professionals
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Advanced knowledge of concepts, practices, and procedures in highway design
• Thorough knowledge of NCDOT policies and practices in project delivery
• Advanced knowledge of local and state regulations governing transportation design
• Software exposure: MicroStation and Open Roads Designer; AutoCAD Civil 3D is a plus

Qualifications

• B.S. in Civil Engineering, transportation planning or similar discipline
• 11‑15+ years of professional transportation engineering experience, with at least 10 years of experience working in the NC market, required
• NC Professional Engineer (PE) license required
• Proven success in the transportation and/or state & local government market sectors

Benefits

• Meaningful work on complex projects with real community impact
• A collaborative, inclusive culture that values curiosity and shared success
• Support to grow your skills and lead through change
• Learning and development supported by evolving tools and technologies, including AI
• Best‑in‑class benefits and a flexible, hybrid work environment

VHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported by deep‑rooted core values, one of which is diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.