Transportation Group Leader
Otak
Lead transportation projects, manage teams, ensure compliance, and develop business.
10 days ago ago
$125,000 - $155,000
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Vancouver, WA
Hybrid
Company Size
443 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Architecture
Design
Project Management
Consulting
Sector Specialisms
Architecture
Interior Design
Specification Proficiency
Master Planning
Visitor Use Management Integration
Program Planning
Fixtures, Furnishings, and Equipment (FFE)
Historic Preservation
Role
What you would be doing
project management
civil design
submittal review
stakeholder coordination
budget oversight
regulatory compliance
- Serve as a Senior Project Manager and seller-doer, advancing Otak’s presence through exceptional technical leadership, client service, and community-focused design solutions.
- Build trusted client relationships through responsive communication, proactive engagement, and collaborative problem-solving to achieve successful project outcomes.
- Lead civil sheet development, prepare final PS&E packages, and support construction through submittal reviews, RFIs, and site visits to ensure seamless project delivery.
- Mentor and empower junior engineers through cross-disciplinary collaboration, fostering technical growth, accountability, and a culture of excellence.
- Cultivate strong partnerships with ODOT, WSDOT, other public agencies, stakeholders, and communities to address complex design and construction challenges, ensuring environmental, cultural, and regulatory compliance.
- Partner with the Business Unit Leader (BUL) and marketing staff to align financial management with business development goals, driving proposal efforts, client engagement, and strategic growth of the Transportation & Infrastructure business unit.
- Oversee project scopes, schedules, budgets, and deliverables to achieve client goals while maintaining technical excellence, compliance, and profitability.
- Lead and manage complex, multidisciplinary transportation and transit projects from planning through construction, delivering high-quality, context-sensitive designs that meet client and regulatory requirements.
- Apply deep expertise in AASHTO, ADA, MUTCD, ODOT, and WSDOT standards to ensure quality, compliance, and innovation across all design phases.
What you bring
autocad
microstation
civil engineering
10+ years
pe license
leadership
- Demonstrated proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation/OpenRoads, or similar design software.
- Excellent communication, organization, and leadership skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results.
- Curiosity replaces judgment, and respectful engagement is prioritized in all interactions.
- Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field from an accredited institution.
- 10+ years of progressive experience in civil engineering with an emphasis on transportation, infrastructure, drainage, and utility design.
- Strong technical background in roadway, multimodal, and transit infrastructure design.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license with the ability to obtain registration in Oregon and Washington within six (6) months.
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Company
Overview
$60 million
2021 Regional Revenue
Generated from a balanced mix of public- and private-sector projects, showcasing the firm's financial growth and versatility.
500+ bridges
Engineered Structures
Includes pedestrian and vehicular bridges, highlighting expertise in infrastructure projects and innovative engineering solutions.
- Founded in 1981 in Oregon by three visionaries, Otak has grown from a regional firm into a multidisciplinary powerhouse spanning eight offices across the western U.S. and the Middle East.
- Its name—derived from founders Othman, Tahran, and Kurahashi—signals a legacy rooted in collaborative creativity and technical excellence.
- After joining forces with HanmiGlobal in 2011, Otak launched a period of strategic growth, acquiring firms like DAY CPM, Loris & Associates, V3 Studios, Visitor Use Management, and Tarr Whitman Group to broaden its capabilities.
- Typical projects span mixed-use hospitality towers, school districts, transit facilities, and national park visitor centers—often weaving sustainability and context-sensitive design into each site.
- The firm’s integrated service offering—from urban design and engineering to project controls and construction management—makes it uniquely equipped to shepherd complex developments end-to-end.
- Standout highlights include the Hyatt Place tower in Portland, fish‑passage engineering for WSDOT, bridge replacements, and innovative work in national parks and EV battery facilities.
- Otak’s narrative is one of geographic expansion, service diversification, and creative problem‑solving—always anchored in community impact and design innovation.
- Innovative Thinking: We drive creative solutions and take calculated risks to deliver exceptional outcomes.
- Collaboration: We believe in the power of teamwork and diverse perspectives to achieve success.
- Accountability: We take ownership of our actions and deliver on our commitments.
- Integrity: We uphold high ethical standards in everything we do.
- Excellence: We strive for continuous improvement in all aspects of our work.
2050
Net Zero Target
Aiming to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by the year 2050, demonstrating long-term commitment to sustainability.
- Prioritize sustainable practices in every project, focusing on energy efficiency and minimizing environmental impact.
- A significant portion of projects are certified through green building standards, such as LEED.
- Committed to reducing energy consumption in offices and operations.
- Prioritize using sustainable and environmentally friendly materials in designs.
- Gender Equality: Committed to closing the gender gap in the workforce with specific goals for increasing female representation in leadership roles.
- Workplace Inclusivity: Fosters a culture of inclusivity, ensuring all employees feel valued and respected.
- Leadership Goals: Sets clear targets for increasing diversity in management positions across all departments.
- Employee Resource Groups: Supports various internal groups to help employees from diverse backgrounds thrive.
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