HNTB

Section Manager - Intelligent Transportation Systems

HNTB$100K — $120K *
Transportation
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering with 8 years of practical experience, including 2 years of leadership experience.
  • Preferred: Master's degree in Engineering.
  • Preferred: 10 years of practical experience with ITS PS&E Production, Project Scoping, Client Management, and Pursuit/Marketing Support.
  • Preferred: 2+ years supervisory experience.
  • Preferred: Professional Engineer (PE) certification.

Responsibilities

  • Develops and manages the section's operating budget in line with office forecasts.
  • Oversees growth and professional development of engineering staff while coordinating project activities.
  • Implements the firm's strategic plan and supports project pursuits aligned with strategic goals.
  • Manages contracting activities for project delivery and ensures scope and budget align with client expectations.
  • Implements project delivery processes to maintain high-quality work and client satisfaction.
  • Engages in marketing activities including client outreach, proposal generation, and interviews.
  • Maintains regular client contacts to ensure satisfaction with project outcomes.
  • Recruits and develops section staff, focusing on performance reviews and succession planning.
  • Directly supervises a team of 7-10 employees while managing project scope, schedule, budget, and quality.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive healthcare plans including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
  • Paid time off and flexible scheduling options for work-life balance.
  • Professional development and continuing education opportunities.
  • Employee assistance programs and wellness initiatives.
Full Job Description
We are seeking an Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Section Manager within our Digital Infrastructure Solutions department. We are interested in someone that is highly motivated to help grow our ITS, Data Science and Technology practice.

This opportunity entails being responsible for leading a technical discipline section in the design, development and delivery of project tasks while managing scope, budget, and quality control. This position coordinates project priorities, staffing schedules, and staff assignments to ensure clients are provided the proper resources at the appropriate time. Responsible for technical coaching and mentoring and efficient, productive utilization of staff in providing high-quality service.

What You'll Do:
  • Develops, monitors and manages the section's operating budget in support of the group or office operating budget and forecast updates.
  • Responsible for the management, growth and professional development of discipline-specific engineering section. Coordinates section activities establishes priorities and staff to jobs. Ensures staff development, mentoring and training needs are being met. Collaborates with other Sections and Departments within the office on work-sharing needs and opportunities.
  • Supports the implementation of the firm's strategic plan and HNTB's Sophisticated Sales Approach (SSA) process on project pursuits in the Section and office, including development of Section-level strategic planning strategies.
  • Supports the implementation of the firm's contracting (SCA) process through project delivery and contracting activities including scope, work plan and fee reviews for all contracting activities impacting the Section.
  • Supports the implementation of the firm's project delivery (SDA) process including Work Planning, Monthly Project Reviews and other project performance methods to ensure quality work, on time, on schedule, to the client's satisfaction.
  • Assists in marketing responsibilities, including client discovery, proposal generation, interviews, and win-to-work activities
  • Maintains client contacts to ensure client satisfaction
  • Recruits, hires, develops and retains section staff, including development of plan for staff reporting, performance and compensation reviews, and succession.
  • Manages assigned project management activities (project scope, schedule, budget and quality management) and performs technical discipline tasks including research, reports, design, specifications and plan preparation.
  • Leads a team including the direct and indirect supervision of at least 5 but typically 7 - 10 or more employees.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.


What You'll Need:
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering with 8 years of practical experience including 2 years of leadership experience.


What We Prefer:
  • Master's degree in Engineering
  • 10 years practical experience with ITS PS&E Production, Project Scoping, Client Management, and Pursuit/Marketing Support
  • 2+ years supervisory experience
  • Professional Engineer (PE) certification


Additional Information

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Locations:
Des Moines, IA, Kansas City, MO, Oklahoma City, OK, Overland Park, KS (Sprint Parkway), St. Louis, MO

About HNTB

HNTB Corporation is an American infrastructure design firm that was founded in 1914. The firm has designed many bridges, roadways, airports, and other infrastructure projects throughout the United States. HNTB has worked on many high-profile projects, including the Hoover Dam Bypass, the Tappan Zee Bridge replacement, and the new terminal at Kansas City International Airport. The firm has over 60 offices throughout the United States and employs over 5,000 people.
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