Develop and implement standards for work products specific to the service such as design standards, reports, specifications, data files, etc.
Provide advice in hiring decisions
Recruit, grow, mentor and train staff
Support market-based and/or service-based business development by providing technical expertise and transportation revenue generation
Advise Regional Service Leader, and local leaders in hiring decisions and identify technical resource needs as it relates to the service group in the region.
Supervise the work of project managers and engineers
Review, interpret and act on business metrics including utilization, backlog, WIP and AR
Lead transportation business development activities
Advance service initiatives within the California offices
Develop and coordinate service-specific education and staff development.
Develop project work plans and budget projections and effectively deploy resources
Represent Westwood and our clients in meetings with governmental agencies
Works with Division Leader, Regional Service Leader, and local leaders to develop and implement a strategic plan to advance service initiatives that supports the goals of the division.
Develop short- and long-term growth plans for the service
Ensure company culture, policies and procedures are consistently implemented within the service group.
Develop and implement a strategic plan to advance the service in California
Write proposals, prepare qualification packages and lead project interviews
Support market-based and/or service-based business development in each office in the region by providing technical expertise and transportation revenue generation.
Build relationships internally and externally with clients and strategic partners
Provide leadership, mentoring and empowerment to transportation service staff throughout California.
Implement, monitor and maintain procedures and quality standards for the service team
Develop and track milestones to ensure on-time and on-budget delivery
Negotiate contract terms and conditions
Partner with local leaders on project proposal efforts, for service-specific components
Prepare, maintain and coordinate project schedules
Work with Regional Service Leader, and local leaders to develop and implement standards for work products specific to the service such as design standards, reports, specifications, data files, etc.
Works with Regional Service Leader, and local leaders to develop short- and long-term growth plans for the transportation service.
Responsible for service-based workload coordination across the region.
Manage the design and delivery of multi-disciplined projects in a profitable manner
Identify technical resource needs as it relates to the service groups
Provide leadership, mentoring and empowerment to the office service team
Stay current on service-specific trends and drive value through innovation
Requirements
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10+ years
transportation
communication
Knowledge of the transportation consulting business
10+ years of progressive design, management, and business development experience in transportation
Ability to coach, mentor and motivate others
Experience in operations and business practices
Experience developing and implementing marketing pursuit strategies
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills
Licensed Professional Civil Engineer (PE) and Professional Traffic Engineer (TE) in California
Ability to effectively communicate at all levels of the organization and use independent judgement
Track record of successfully winning and delivering projects
This position requires travel to project sites and other Westwood offices in California and throughout the United States
Excellent technical and project management skills
Demonstrated ability to develop relationships with peers, clients, and public agency staff
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
$750M Revenue
Annual Financial Performance
The firm consistently achieves robust financial performance with recent revenues surpassing $750 million, reflecting its strong market position and project success.
From a regional office, it has grown into a national engineering powerhouse.
Delivers utility-scale solar, wind farms, battery energy storage, electrical transmission, substations, and EV charging projects.
Supports public infrastructure—roads, bridges, municipal facilities, airports—and private development for residential, commercial, and institutional clients.
Known for technical depth in disciplines like landscape architecture, power delivery, data centers, and aviation facilities.
Notable projects include Titanium Substation, Edwards-Sanborn Solar + Storage, Amazon delivery station, and Central Social Park District landscape design.
Blends surveying, civil, environmental, and electrical engineering into an integrated delivery model, a rare capability among mid-sized firms.
Culture + Values
Integrity
Collaboration
Excellence
Stewardship
Client Focus
Environment + Sustainability
2050 Net Zero Target
Ambitious Climate Goal
This target represents a commitment to achieving net zero emissions by mid-century, signaling dedication to addressing climate change.
Focus on renewable energy solutions
Promote sustainability in project design and execution
Implement green building practices
Support environmental preservation and resource efficiency
Inclusion & Diversity
Promote inclusive hiring practices
Gender balance across all levels of the organization
Provide equal career growth opportunities
Foster an environment of respect and collaboration