Associate Vice President - Transportation Design

Pape-Dawson Engineers•Nashville, TN

About The Position

Overview Pape-Dawson is seeking a full-time Associate Vice President of Transportation Design for our Transportation group based in our Nashville office. This position is responsible for leading the roadway design group, including staff development and overseeing projects, their delivery, and adhering to budgets and timelines. The Associate Vice President is also expected to understand and communicate local market conditions, personnel needs and industry trends.

Requirements

15+ years’ experience in the Transportation Design field
Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering
Tennessee PE license or the ability to achieve by reciprocity
Experience leading and directing individuals or a team
Understanding of roadway design guidance from AASHTO
Experience with TDOT guidelines, procedures, plan preparation, and local programs projects
Understanding of MicroStation/Geopak and Open Roads Designer
Significant experience in development of roadway plans and specifications
Experience and relationships with TDOT, local municipalities, and permitting agencies
Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously
Experience with billing and client invoicing
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
Dependable, adaptable, flexible, and deadline-driven

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain professional relationships with local and state governments, private clients, and community leaders
Direct and oversee transportation design projects through the project managers
Overseeing and mentoring staff
Provide quality control on project delivery
Prepare proposal content and client agreements
Monitor project tasks, budgets, and schedules with project managers
Monitor project performance
Lead departmental marketing efforts, including proposal efforts, conference participation, and professional organization membership
Lead department personnel, including hiring and performance management
Oversight of sub-contractors
Create and adhere to yearly budget and participate in monthly client invoicing
Additional related duties as needed