Regional Director-Traffic Signalization & Roadway Lighting

Kimmel & Associates Inc.

$120K — $150K *
Transportation
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Proven leadership experience in the construction or specialty contracting industry
  • Strong expertise in signalization, lighting, ITS, or related infrastructure
  • Track record of managing P&L and driving revenue growth
  • Experience with state DOTs, particularly NCDOT, municipalities, and/or private developers
  • Ability to lead cross-functional teams effectively
  • Excellent client relationship and business development skills
  • Strategic mindset with hands-on operational capabilities
  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field (preferred)
  • Must be commutable to or willing to relocate to the greater Raleigh, NC area

Responsibilities

  • Lead strategic growth initiatives for North Carolina operations
  • Oversee full operational management and project execution
  • Manage financial performance to ensure profitability
  • Collaborate with project management teams and field operations
  • Build and maintain strong client relationships with key stakeholders
  • Drive market expansion efforts to capture new business opportunities
  • Shape regional strategy and enhance operational excellence

Benefits

  • Competitive executive-level compensation package
  • Performance-based bonus opportunities
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
  • Retirement plan with company contribution
  • Vehicle allowance or company vehicle (as applicable)
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Significant career growth opportunity within a scaling organization
Full Job Description
About the Position

The company is seeking a Regional Director to lead and expand its North Carolina operations, based in Wilson, NC (just east of Raleigh). This is a high-impact leadership role overseeing a business unit currently generating $20M+ in annual revenue, with a clear mandate for strategic growth.

Reporting directly to the President & CEO, the Regional Director will be responsible for full operational oversight, including project execution, financial performance, team leadership, and market expansion. The role requires close collaboration with project management teams, field operations, and administrative staff, while maintaining strong relationships with key clients such as NCDOT, local municipalities, and private sector partners.

This is an opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping regional strategy, driving operational excellence, and scaling a growing business unit.

Requirements
  • Proven leadership experience in the construction or specialty contracting industry
  • Strong background in signalization, lighting, ITS, or related infrastructure preferred
  • Demonstrated success managing P&L and driving revenue growth
  • Experience working with state DOTs (preferably NCDOT), municipalities, and/or private developers
  • Ability to lead cross-functional teams, including project management, field crews, and office staff
  • Excellent client relationship and business development skills
  • Strategic mindset with hands-on operational capabilities
  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or related field (preferred)
  • Must be commutable to or willing to relocate to the greater Raleigh, NC area

Benefits
  • Competitive executive-level compensation package
  • Performance-based bonus opportunities
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
  • Retirement plan with company contribution
  • Vehicle allowance or company vehicle (as applicable)
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Significant career growth opportunity within a scaling organization

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