Transportation Growth Leader (Civil Engineering)

Burgess & Niple; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 170,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Burgess & Niple, a nationally recognized civil engineering firm, invites a senior transportation leader to drive growth across the region. You will blend strategic business development with strong leadership to expand client relationships, develop future leaders, and shape a thriving market presence.

This role emphasizes leading the practice from pursuit through delivery, mentoring project managers and engineers, and fostering collaboration across offices to deliver exceptional transportation

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required or implied
• 15+ years of transportation industry experience with understanding of project delivery from pursuit through completion
• PE license preferred but not required
• Proven ability to grow business, develop opportunities, and maintain a strong client/industry network
• Strong understanding of consulting industry practices, project delivery, and client service excellence
• Proven leadership experience managing teams, coordinating resources, and driving organizational performance

Responsibilities

• Create and execute a growth strategy for the transportation engineering practice, identifying new markets, pursuits, and partnerships while deepening trusted client relationships
• Serve as a visible market leader who brings ideas forward, opens doors, and positions the firm for long-term success in the region
• Lead and support project delivery with a strong focus on client experience, collaboration, and successful outcomes
• Build a financially strong and sustainable practice by managing budgets, schedules, risk, performance, and growth goals
• Develop, mentor, and empower project managers and engineers, creating opportunities for others to grow alongside the practice
• Foster collaboration across local and regional offices, connecting people, ideas, and technical expertise to deliver exceptional work
• Encourage staff engagement in professional societies, networking, and industry leadership to expand visibility and strengthen relationships
• Represent the firm as an established transportation leader at client meetings, industry events, professional organizations, and strategic pursuits

Skills

15+ years transportation experience

Business development

Leadership

Change leadership

Communication

Entrepreneurial mindset

Servant leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Marketing, Business Administration, or another applicable field

Job description

Burgess & Niple, a nationally recognized civil engineering firm, invites a senior transportation leader to drive growth across the region. You will blend strategic business development with strong leadership to expand client relationships, develop future leaders, and shape a thriving market presence.

This role emphasizes leading the practice from pursuit through delivery, mentoring project managers and engineers, and fostering collaboration across offices to deliver exceptional transportation