Senior Transportation Project Leader - Iowa Growth

gpac

West Des Moines (IA)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 160,000

Full time

8 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

401(k) with company match and profit分享

Medical/dental/vision coverage

Generous PTO

Paid parental leave

Tuition and licensing support

Job summary

gpac is seeking a senior transportation leader to grow its central Iowa office. You will win work, run projects, and build the local team by strengthening relationships with Iowa DOT, cities, and counties.

You will shape pursuit strategy, lead proposals and interviews, and turn opportunities into backlog while managing roadway, traffic, and planning projects from scope through delivery. You will mentor local engineers, help hire the team as the office expands, and partner with regional

Qualifications

BS in Civil Engineering required.
Iowa PE licensure or ability to obtain within 6 months.
10+ years in transportation engineering (roadway design, traffic, or both).
5+ years working directly with the Iowa DOT.
Track record of winning work and managing people.
MicroStation/OpenRoads and Iowa municipal experience a plus.
Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

Grow the Iowa practice by strengthening relationships with Iowa DOT, cities, and counties.
Shape pursuit strategy, lead proposals and interviews, and turn opportunities into backlog.
Manage roadway, traffic, and planning projects from scope and budget through QA/QC and delivery.
Lead and mentor local engineers, and help hire the team as the office expands.
Partner with regional leadership on staffing and growth plans.