Transportation Market Area Leader P5

Graef Anhalt Schloemer & Assoc; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary $135,000-$155,000

Training & Leadership Development

Hybrid Schedule

Parental Leave

Paid Time Off

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Retirement Savings Plan

ESOP

Tuition Reimbursement

Casual Dress

Job summary

GRAEF is seeking a dynamic business development leader for the transportation sector to expand our market presence and strengthen DOT, municipal, and architectural client relationships. You will drive strategic initiatives, build networks, and oversee high-impact transportation projects while leading multi-office teams in a hybrid, collaborative environment.

The role requires a minimum 8 years in technical market/business development for transportation services, a civil engineering degree, and a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in technical market/business development for transportation services.
• Experience selling transportation services to DOTs, or architectural/municipal clients.
• Proven business development planning, marketing, client development, proposal experience.
• Established DOT relationships strongly preferred.
• Technical project management experience is desired.
• PE license and leadership experience are highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive strategic transportation initiatives across offices to advance consistent practices and delivery.
• Cultivate meaningful connections with transportation agencies to build relationships.
• Lead projects by setting priorities, objectives, and overseeing financial performance.
• Serve as a key technical transportation resource for multi-disciplined teams.
• Stay engaged in the design process while managing billable hours and project success.

Skills

Business development

Relationship building

Leadership

Strategic planning

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering

PE license

Job description

Elevate Your Career with GRAEF – A Top Workplace!

Are you ready to make an impact in the AEC industry while working for a company that values innovation, relationships, and professional growth? At GRAEF, we’ve been shaping communities and careers since 1961. We don’t just design buildings and infrastructure—we build lasting connections, invest in our people, and drive excellence every step of the way.

We’re looking for a dynamic, results-driven business development leader for the transportation sector. This is an incredible opportunity for a highly networked, forward-thinking professional to expand our presence, and maintain strong client relationships in the transportation sector. If you thrive on strategy, relationship building, and technical excellence, we want you on our team!

At GRAEF, we don’t just offer jobs—we build careers that matter. If you’re ready to bring your expertise, energy, and vision to a team that’s redefining what’s possible, we’d love to hear from you!

Succeed in a Dynamic, Evolving Industry

Drive strategic transportation initiatives across company offices to advance consistent practices, innovation, and delivery.

Network & Build Relationships

Cultivate meaningful connections with transportation agencies that build professional relationships and advance organizational goals.

Provide Leadership for Complex, Highly Visible Projects

Lead projects by setting priorities, developing objectives, and overseeing the financial performance to deliver high-impact transportation solutions that shape communities.

Serve a Key Technical Advisor

Serve as a key technical transportation resource for multi-disciplined teams, providing insights and leadership.

Engage in Problem-Solving & Improvement

Stay engaged in the design process while maintaining relatable billable hour responsibilities, ensuring your technical expertise directly contributes to project success.

Our selection process will include candidates who meet the following minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering.
• A minimum of 8 years of experience developing and managing a technical market or business development, along with selling transportation services to DOT’s, or architectural and municipal clients. Additional experience is welcomed and we encourage you to apply.
• Success in business development planning, including developing strategic business plans, marketing activities, client development, presentation experience and proposal development.
• Established DOT relationships strongly preferred.
• Technical project management experience is desired.
• PE license.
• Proven leadership experience is highly preferred.

We are proud to offer a complete benefit package to include:

• The salary range for this position is $135,000-$155,000. (Salary to be determined by the applicant's education, experience and skill set, as well as internal and external equity.)
• Training, Mentorship, and Leadership Development programs
• A team atmosphere dedicated to open communications and collaboration
• Flexible Hours/Hybrid Schedule
• Embed yourself in the community by participating in numerous outside activities that GRAEF endorses and supports
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Time Off
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Plans
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Casual Dress

An Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer - Disabled/Vets

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An Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer - Disabled/Vets

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