Transportation Systems and Technology Leader

Vanasse Hangen Brustlin Inc.; Williamsburg (VA); Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 215,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanasse Hangen Brustlin Inc. (VHB) seeks a Transportation Systems/Technology Leader to guide planning, design and construction support of ITS/ATMS infrastructure in the Mid-Atlantic. This senior role leads multidisciplinary teams, shapes strategy, and ensures delivery excellence across Virginia and DC with a hybrid work model.

You will oversee staffing, develop design standards, coordinate with agencies, and represent VHB at industry events to advance transportation technology solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Systems Engineering.
• 11+ years of relevant professional experience in ITS/ATMS market and managing teams.
• PE license required.
• Demonstrated ability to develop strategic framework for a sustainable transportation technology practice.
• Strong collaboration skills and willingness to travel.
• Understanding of local agency initiatives to position VHB for success.

Responsibilities

• Provides project oversight on ITS/ATMS/Technology projects to ensure clear scoping and viable deliverables.
• Develops design plans and specifications for ITS, ATMS, and communications equipment & infrastructure.
• Oversees Systems Engineering documents following FHWA process.
• Plans and develops ITS/ATMS master planning and policy documents.
• Oversees staff performing field work, testing, and infrastructure verification.
• Writes technical reports, memos, and specifications for ITS/ATMS hardware/software.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Team collaboration

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/ Electrical/ Systems Engineering

Job description

Overview

Transportation Systems/Technology Leader | Richmond | Virginia Beach | Williamsburg | Tysons, VA | Washington D.C.

Are you ready to lead the future of smart mobility? VHB is seeking a dynamic and experienced Transportation Systems/Technology Leader to drive innovation and excellence in our growing Transportation Technology Group across the Mid-Atlantic Region. This hands‑on leadership role focuses on the planning, design, and construction support of cutting‑edge ITS infrastructure‑power and communications systems that are transforming how we move through our communities.

We're looking for a collaborative leader who brings deep technical knowledge, strategic vision, and a passion for smart, connected transportation systems. Based in either our Virginia or DC office locations. This position supports a hybrid work model that empowers employees to balance in‑office collaboration with remote flexibility‑wherever your creativity and productivity thrive.

Responsibilities

• Provides project oversight on key ITS/ATMS/Technology projects to help ensure clear scoping and financially viable deliverables in the short and long term.
• Work within a team of professionals to develop design plans and specifications for a variety of ITS, ATMS, and/or communications equipment & infrastructure.
• Oversees development of Systems Engineering documents for transportation technology projects following the FHWA Systems Engineering Process.
• Planning and development for ITS and ATMS systems including preparing master planning and policy documents.
• Oversee staff completion of other tasks such as engineering field work (field equipment testing, utility and infrastructure verification).
• Writing technical reports and memoranda.
• Writing and updating specifications for ITS/ATMS hardware and/or software to keep current with trends in transportation technology.
• Oversee electrical design and analysis documents.
• Provide technical knowledge ITS/ATMS that ranges from planning, design, implementation, and operations of roadside infrastructure.
• Has an awareness of latest technology systems and their effectiveness in providing improvements related to Transportation Maintenance, Operations and Safety.
• Assist marketing in development of VHB's external visibility, branding and promotional efforts related to Transportation Technology in local markets. In addition, represent VHB at conferences, seminars, industry events and provide technical presentations.
• Serve as Project Management on major strategic pursuits. Leads go / no-go decisions supporting the local Regional Manager (RM) and Managing Director (MD) related to complex ITS/ATMS/Technology pursuits.

Skills & Abilities

• Understands AEC industry, champions innovation, challenges status quo and remains at the forefront of evolving industry and economic trends.
• Exhibits business acumen, including sound judgment and decision-making.
• Strong bias for action, drives performance, and focuses on results and progress.
• Fosters teamwork and collaboration - creates a climate in which people want to give their best to the organization and one another.
• Provides clear direction, speaks with an influential voice, and inspires others.
• Excellent communicator: verbal and non-verbal; one‑on‑one and group dynamics.
• Develops trusting relationships at all levels (internally and externally).

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Systems Engineering.
• 11+ years of relevant professional experience in the ITS/ATMS market and managing teams.
• PE license required.
• Demonstrated previous experience in developing the strategic framework necessary for implementing a sustainable practice in the transportation technology sector.
• Strong collaboration skills and willingness to travel.
• Understands local agency initiatives related to technology and can assist in positioning VHB to support.

The base salary range for this position is $135,000 to $215,000 for Virginia and DC offices. This offer is determined based on a number of job‑related factors including internal comparators, skills, education, training, credentials, experience, scope and complexity of role responsibilities and geographic location. In addition, VHB offers a holistic benefits package which can be found here.

Building what's next, together.

Our people make the difference. We foster a technology‑empowered, people‑driven, future‑ready culture where agility, innovation, and collaboration shape how we work every day.

When you join VHB, you'll find:

• Meaningful work on complex projects with real community impact.
• A collaborative, inclusive culture that values curiosity and shared success.
• Support to grow your skills and lead through change.
• Learning and development supported by evolving tools and technologies, including AI.
• Best‑in‑class benefits and a flexible, hybrid work environment.

We're growing across the East Coast and are consistently recognized as a great place to work. Ready to shape what's next? Learn more about what sets our employee experience apart and connect with us.

VHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported by deep‑rooted core values, one of which is diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.