Transportation Regional Manager

Tetra Tech

Austin (TX)

On-site

USD 140,000 - 190,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Merit-based rewards

Work-life balance

Collaborative team environment

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

Tetra Tech in Austin, TX is seeking a Transportation Regional Manager to lead the Transportation team in delivering high‑quality engineering and consulting services. You will supervise the design group, manage budgets and schedules, and drive client relationships and project profitability.

Ideal candidates hold a Texas PE, 15+ years in transportation engineering, strong communication and writing skills, and a willingness to travel about 15%+.

Qualifications

PE in Texas required or ability to obtain within 6 months.
15+ years of experience in transportation engineering.
Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
TxDOT experience preferred and pre-certifications advantageous.
Proficiency in leading project teams and managing subconsultants.

Responsibilities

Supervise and guide the design team.
Manage workloads, budgets, schedules, profits, AR and invoicing for projects.
Ensure accountability for project activities and monitor progress.
Ensure quality and adherence to contract requirements and standards.
Lead transportation group to achieve annual business plan goals (sales, utilization, revenue, profitability, invoicing).
Develop annual business plan for the group.
Oversee project activities and monitor progress and performance.
Participate in client business development activities and meetings.
Prepare strategic capture plans, marketing materials, proposals and cost estimates.

Skills

Leadership

Client relationship management

Project oversight

Marketing / business development

Communication / technical writing

Ability to travel

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

Master’s Degree preferred

Tools

OpenRoads

GEOPAK

MicroStation

Job description

++The Opportunity:++

Tetra Tech is adding a Transportation Regional Manager to our Transportation team based in Austin, TX.

++Why Tetra Tech:++

At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our industry‑leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting‑edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.

++Your Impact:++

Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting‑edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world‑class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential — join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

We are seeking an accomplished Seller‑Doer, capable of delivering high‑quality outcomes to our established client base. The ideal candidate is expected not only to sustain but also to enhance our client relationships, contributing to the growth of our practice.

Your Role:

Supervise and provide guidance to the design team.
Manage workload, budgets, schedules, profits, accounts receivable, and invoicing for assigned projects.
Ensure accountability for all project activities and monitor progress and performance within the practice.
Ensure the team and all projects are executed in a quality manner, consistent with contract requirements, and in accordance with the company’s standards and quality management processes and procedures.
Lead the transportation group in achieving annual business plan goals for business development and operations metrics such as sales, utilization, revenue, profitability and invoicing.
Take responsibility for developing the annual business plan for the group.
Oversee project activities and monitor progress and performance.
Participate in client business development activities, including:
Developing strategic capture plans, marketing materials, and presentations.
Setting up meetings and making presentations to prospective clients.
Overseeing and/or preparing technical proposals and cost estimates.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Master’s Degree preferred.
Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Texas required, or ability to obtain within 6 months.
15+ years of experience in transportation engineering field.
Valid Driver’s License with and acceptable driving record.
Proficiency in OpenRoads, GEOPAK and MicroStation highly desired.
TxDOT experience preferred with appropriate pre‑certifications.
Demonstrated expertise in conducting regular project review and overseeing quality control is required.
Experience in managing project teams, including subconsultants, in performing transportation design of highway and roadways is required.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Excellent marketing, communication, and technical writing skills are required.
Experience in opportunity pursuits, developing and preparing proposals, and public relations activities within the state of Texas.
This position could require periodic travel, approximately 15% or more

++Life at Tetra Tech:++

The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:

Comprehensive and market‑competitive benefits.
Merit‑based financial rewards.
Flexibility and company‑wide commitment to work/life balance.
Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.

++About Tetra Tech:++

Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high‑end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science^®^ to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.

Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.

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