Transportation Group Manager

Benesch; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Benesch is seeking an experienced Transportation Group Manager for the North Carolina Division, with hybrid work in Cary (NC) or Charlotte. The role involves leading roadway, traffic, and hydraulic teams, managing client relationships, and pursuing new opportunities across NC and nearby regions.

The ideal candidate will be a licensed Professional Engineer in North Carolina (or able to obtain licensure) with experience coordinating with NCDOT and municipalities, and a track record of delivering

Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) licensure in North Carolina or ability to obtain it upon hire.
• Experience with NC DOT and local municipalities.
• Progressive experience in transportation project development and delivery.
• Proven ability to win work and develop client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow the North Carolina transportation group, focusing on roadway, traffic, and hydraulics teams.
• Oversee project teams with accountability for budget and schedule.
• Drive regional growth through roadway planning, traffic engineering, and design services in NC and surrounding areas.

Skills

PE licensure (NC)

Budget management

Project management

Client development

Leadership

Communication

Education

BSCE or related

Job description

Benesch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm. We enhance infrastructure and communities across the country – creating spaces and providing connections in ways that make a difference.

We pride ourselves on being nimble enough to remain responsive to client needs yet large enough to offer exceptional bench strength. As a member of our team, you’ll have an opportunity to draw from those resources when you need them and, likewise, contribute your expertise when you have something to share.

At Benesch, we are looking for candidates with varied backgrounds and worldviews. We are committed to offering an inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Statistics show that women and underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for a position if they don’t meet 100% of the qualifications. If this statement resonates with you, don’t be so hard on yourself—apply for the job!

Transportation Group Manager

We are looking to hire an experienced Transportation Group Manager for our North Carolina Division. We offer opportunities to work on a variety of projects with NCDOT, other state DOTs, local municipalities/agencies that involve an array of transportation projects, including planning, traffic engineering, hydraulic design and roadway design. The ideal candidates will be a licensed Professional Engineer and have experience in client development and pursuing, managing, and providing transportation engineering services for NCDOTs, DOT, public agencies, counties and municipalities.

Location

This position will have a hybrid work schedule (3 days minimum in the office). The ideal candidate will work in our Cary office (that is the location of the of the majority of the NC Division Transportation team). Consideration will also be given to candidates to be based out of the Charlotte office (which has a growing transportation group); a candidate based in the Charlotte office would have occasional travel to the Cary office for team collaboration (anticipated every other month).

The Impact You Will Have

• Manage and lead our North Carolina-based transportation group with a focus on the roadway, traffic and hydraulic engineering teams
• Manage project teams, including ownership for budget and schedule
• Contribute to local, regional, and corporate strategic growth initiatives including expansion of roadway planning, traffic engineering, and roadway design services within North Carolina and the surrounding areas
• Develop and manage relationships with new and existing clients
• Represent Benesch at industry and professional engagement events
• Identify opportunities and lead strategic project pursuits
• For candidates in the Charlotte office, provide additional leadership and growth opportunity for the Charlotte staff
• Collaborate on regional growth strategy

What You Will Need

• BSCE or related discipline
• Technical background and understanding to coordinate roadway, traffic and/or hydraulics team integration for NCDOT project delivery
• Professional Engineer (PE) licensure in North Carolina (or the ability to obtain NC licensure upon hire)
• Experience working with the North Carolina DOT and local municipalities
• Progressive experience in project development and delivery of transportation Engineering and Design services from planning level through construction
• Progressive experience working directly with clients developing relationships, with proven ability to win work
• Excellent communication, business development, project management, and client relation skills
• Strong communication, organization and leadership skills with a track record for understanding and adhering to contractual requirements (scope and fee)
• Ability to lead, manage and grow a diverse, dynamic team

It’s simple. We invest in our people, not just our projects.

Your next opportunity should do more than offer a new title. It should build on the experience you've gained, challenge you to keep growing, and give you the opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

At Benesch, we believe great work starts with great people. That's why we're committed to creating an environment where you can contribute your ideas, develop your skills, and build a career you're proud of.

Here’s what you can look forward to:

• Real career growth: Professional development, leadership training, mentorship, and opportunities to take on new challenges and greater responsibility.
• A strong financial future: Up to 9% retirement contribution for benefit-eligible employees.
• Flexibility that works: Work schedules that support your professional and personal life.
• Time to recharge: Generous paid time off and parental leave for benefit-eligible employees.
• Work that makes an impact: Opportunities to collaborate, contribute ideas, solve meaningful challenges, and see the difference your work makes.
• Room to grow your way: Whether you want to deepen your expertise, explore new opportunities, or grow into leadership, we want to help you take the next step.

Your Next Chapter Starts Here

Whether you're just starting your career or bringing years of experience, Benesch offers an opportunity to build on what you've accomplished while continuing to grow.

Bring your experience, your ideas, and your ambition. Discover what you can accomplish at Benesch.

At Benesch, we believe great work starts with great people and that means creating a workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.

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