Director - Transportation (Roadway)

Overview

Lead planning, design, and delivery of roadway projects while managing teams and client relations.

Key Responsibilities

• technique adaptation
• business development
• client meetings
• schedule management
• design calculations
• relationship building

Tasks

-Exercises judgment in the independent evaluation, selection, and substantial adaptation and modification of standard techniques, procedures and criteria. -Develop business by a marketing company to existing clients and as well identifying and marketing to new clients. -Meeting with cities, counties and local agencies for business development purposes. -Manage and maintain project schedules and financial requirements -Responsible for design calculations, plan preparation, and direction of schematic designs for TDOT and local government projects -Building relationships and growing business in the transportation sector.

Requirements

• pe license
• civil eng
• microstation
• geopak
• tdot
• project mgmt

What You Bring

-Proven experience in handling project management responsibilities including multiple deadlines -Licensed as a Professional Engineer (TN preferred) -Must be flexible to changes in work assignments on short notice and/or on a daily basis as changes occur in project needs -Uses advanced techniques, theory, precepts and practices in a specialized engineering field and related sciences and disciplines. -Bachelor of Science Degree, Civil Engineering is required -Experience with MicroStation ORD projects -20+ years of experience with Microstation, Geopak (or Open Roads) and TDOT procedures a must -Ability to lead, mentor, and manage a group of design professionals -Director will interact with Client and other consultants and must have good communication skills. -Previous work experience in an AEC related firm -TDOT Project Delivery Network experience -Strong communication skills to interact with clients and internal employees -Ability to build strong relationships -TDOT Local Government Guidelines/Local Programs Certification

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Benefits

-Community Impact: Company-sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives. -Family Support: Paid maternity and parental leave to help you focus on what matters most. -Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) -Career Growth: Great internal mobility opportunities to advance your career. -Professional Development: Memberships to industry organizations to keep you connected and growing. -Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, bring your kid to work day, etc. -Referral Bonuses: Know great talent? Get rewarded for helping us grow. -Generous Time Off: PTO, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Year’s. -Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets. Along with mental health support. -Our culture champions continuous learning and personal growth -Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and in-house courses provided by our Learning and Development team.

About Lja

-LJA has built a reputation as a leading provider of engineering, planning, and consulting services. -The company offers innovative solutions across multiple sectors, including transportation, water resources, and land development. -LJA takes on complex projects, ranging from large-scale infrastructure to community-focused initiatives. -LJA's work is diverse, from designing efficient transportation systems to revitalizing water resources for sustainable communities. -Their portfolio includes impactful projects for municipal governments, private developers, and energy firms.

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