Director of Transportation / Deputy Practice Leader, Houston, TX
Halff
Engineering and design firm specializing in infrastructure, environmental, and planning services.
Lead transportation practice growth, client relations, and project delivery in Houston.
4 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Houston, TX
Office Full-Time
Company Size
600 Employees
Service Specialisms
Broadband Services
Construction Services
Energy Services
Environmental Services
Federal Services
Flood Infrastructure Design Services
Geographic Info Systems
Geospatial Services
Sector Specialisms
Infrastructure
Construction Services
Environmental Services
Surveying Services
Geospatial Services
3D Laser Scanning (3DLS) Services
Asset Management
Construction Management
Role
Description
active planning
traffic maintenance
strategic planning
capture planning
project delivery
technical oversight
Researching markets, developing/maintaining client relationships, and identifying business opportunities.
Bicycle, Pedestrian and Active Transportation Planning and Design
Working closely with Halff's national Transportation Practice to ensure implementation of best practices and leveraging firm-wide resources.
Creating/executing strategic plans and guiding practice growth.
TCP/Maintenance of Traffic
Leading successful strategic pursuits and capture planning for specific opportunities.
Working closely with operations staff in the region to identify, hire, develop and grow key staff and resources, and ensure successful project delivery.
Providing strong leadership and guidance in areas of technical expertise and providing oversight to the transportation practice in the region.
Requirements
nepa
15+ yrs
transportation
txdot
pe license
civil engineering
NEPA Studies, Outreach and Visualization
A minimum of 15 years or more of progressive experience
Extensive knowledge in planning, designing and managing transportation projects to move people and goods safely and reliably.
Strong client connections, particularly TxDOT relationships at senior levels
Established leadership and expertise in the industry
Professional Engineering (PE) License in the State of Texas
Bachelor's Degree or Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering or ABET accredited equivalent Engineering degree
Benefits
Health Savings Account (HSA)
529 College Savings Plan
Long-term and short-term disability insurance
Traditional and Roth 401(k) plans
Medical, dental, prescription and life insurance
Paid time off (PTO) and 8 company paid holidays (and Veteran's Day for our veterans)
Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
Employee Assistance Plan
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Innovative Intersections
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
clear drug screen and background check required prior to first day.
position may be subject to random drug testing pursuant to federal regulations.
Company
Overview
Since 1978
Year of Founding
The company was established in this year, marking its beginning.
Four Decades
Years of Experience
The company has accumulated significant experience over this time.
Top Ranked
Engineering Firm Ranking
The company consistently achieves high rankings in engineering.
Works on a diverse array of projects, including transportation infrastructure, water management, and environmental design.
Known for its comprehensive approach, combining engineering, environmental science, and planning expertise.
Notable projects include bridges, highways, water treatment plants, and urban development planning.
Team leverages advanced technologies and tools to provide innovative and cost-effective solutions.
Culture + Values
Servant Leadership ('Halff S.E.R.V.E.S.')
People First ('putting people first')
Authenticity ('The value of authenticity')
Ethics ('integral part of Halff culture…core values: people, autonomy, teamwork, integrity, and quality')
Teamwork
Integrity
Quality
Autonomy
Environment + Sustainability
60 MWac
Solar Farm Capacity
Designs utility-scale solar farms with comprehensive stormwater management and civil engineering.
Provide site design and permitting for solar, wind and battery energy storage systems
Multidisciplinary services ensure regulatory compliance and constructability in renewable energy projects
Environmental experts collaborate through entire project lifecycle for sustainable outcomes
Support NEPA documentation, remediation, natural and cultural resource protection in development projects
Inclusion & Diversity
Commit to developing, nurturing and sustaining a diverse and inclusive workplace
Employee Resource Groups provide safe spaces for development and culture support
Aim to attract and develop talent from all backgrounds via University Champions program and external partnerships