We have the immediate opening for a
Highway Engineering Leader that will assist in building and managing a highway design group within the Texas market. This position will play a vital role in expanding our presence in Texas, hiring and mentoring staff, and helping guide the overall direction of our growth and expansion in Texas as well as supporting growth throughout the company. Leadership responsibilities include operating with integrity and sound business principles, business planning and strategy, establishing goals, building and maintaining positive client relationships, open communication with partners and team, along with growing and directing the roadway design practice. The successful candidate must be energetic and have a demonstrated ability to pursue and manage transportation projects with the Texas Department of Transportation as well as municipalities, counties, and regional planning organizations. This is an outstanding opportunity to take the next step in your career.
This position is open to multiple locations within Texas.
Requirements: - A minimum of fifteen (15) years of experience in the designing of transportation projects
- Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering. Master's Degree or other advanced degree desirable
- P.E., registered in the state of Texas
- Strong knowledge of TXDOT Policies and Procedures preferred
- Track record of developing and growing engineering groups and establishing internal and external relationships
- Ability to manage and mentor staff of all levels and direct resources effectively in a positive manner
- Excellent communication and business development skills including developing client relations, strategic partnering, preparing proposals and preparing/delivering presentations
- Experience with all aspects of engineering project management including preparing scopes of work, cost estimates, and project schedules
- Ensuring quality and timeliness of deliverables and supervising the execution of work.
- Able to travel to project sites, company offices and client meetings
- Positive attitude and willingness to work cooperatively with others
- Willingness to continue to learn and grow technically and professionally within the company
- Open to utilizing and developing new technologies and approaches for performing work
Benefits:WRA recognizes that employees play an important role in its success. Our commitment to full-time employees is reflected in the comprehensive benefits package we offer:
- Flexible work schedule options
- Competitive salary
- Leave accrual and paid holidays
- Healthcare benefits
- Group Life Insurance, as well as additional optional life Insurance, short and long term disability insurance
- Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care reimbursement
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- Parental and maternity leave benefits
Position # 3216
#LI - Onsite #LI - Senior Level
