Virginia Highway Lead: Senior Transportation PM

VHB; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Best-in-class benefits

Hybrid work environment

Learning & development

AI tools and innovation

Job summary

VHB is seeking a Virginia Highway Lead to guide a portfolio of transportation design-build programs across Virginia and the DC metro region. You will lead complex VDOT roadway and interstate projects, mentor engineers, and collaborate with clients and contractor teams to deliver projects that improve mobility, safety, and resilience.

Based in a hybrid role, this position offers leadership growth, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and a comprehensive benefits package as part of VHB's Total

Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering required; MS preferred.
• Virginia PE license required.
• 11+ years of progressive transportation engineering experience with a focus on VDOT roadway design and interstate corridor projects.
• Demonstrated experience managing Design-Build transportation projects preferred.
• Strong knowledge of VDOT standards, procedures, and digital delivery requirements.
• DBIA certification or willingness to obtain.
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, manage budgets and schedules, and deliver high-quality transportation solutions.
• Strong communication, client relationship management, and business development skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Project Manager and Technical Lead on VDOT transportation design and interstate corridor projects across Virginia.
• Support Design-Build pursuits and project delivery, coordinating closely with contractor partners to develop innovative and cost-effective solutions.
• Lead, grow, and support VDOT transportation contracts and strategic pursuits, including opportunities within the I-81 corridor and statewide infrastructure programs.
• Mentor junior engineers and coordinate multidisciplinary design teams to ensure high-quality and timely project delivery.
• Provide technical leadership in highway design, geometric layout, grading, drainage, and VDOT standards compliance.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders including VDOT, municipalities, contractors, and private-sector clients.
• Support business development and strategic growth initiatives through client engagement, proposal development, and pursuit strategy.
• Contribute to the continued expansion of VHB's transportation practice across Richmond, Williamsburg, Virginia Beach, Tysons Corner, and Metro DC markets.

Skills

Leadership

Client relations

Business development

Budget & schedule management

Multidisciplinary team leadership

Design-Build delivery

Communication skills

Education

BS in Civil Engineering

MS in Civil Engineering

Virginia PE license

DBIA certification

Job description

VHB is seeking a Virginia Highway Lead to guide a portfolio of transportation design-build programs across Virginia and the DC metro region. You will lead complex VDOT roadway and interstate projects, mentor engineers, and collaborate with clients and contractor teams to deliver projects that improve mobility, safety, and resilience.

Based in a hybrid role, this position offers leadership growth, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and a comprehensive benefits package as part of VHB's Total