Associate VP, Transportation - PA Lead
About The Position
PRIME AE is seeking an Associate Vice President of Transportation – Pennsylvania Lead to provide leadership for their transportation operations across Pennsylvania. This role will be based in either the Harrisburg or Pittsburgh office. The position serves as the operational and market leader for the Pennsylvania Transportation practice, focusing on driving growth, strengthening client relationships, expanding market presence, and ensuring high-quality project delivery across design and construction services. The Associate Vice President will lead multidisciplinary teams supporting PennDOT, the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission (PTC), and local agency programs, while also overseeing business performance, operational alignment, and team development. This role offers a flexible hybrid work model.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (BSCE) required
- Professional Engineer (PE) license required
- 20+ years of experience in transportation design engineering
- Leadership experience within an engineering consulting environment supporting transportation infrastructure projects
- Demonstrated experience with PennDOT and Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission (PTC) projects and standards
- Strong knowledge of LRFD, AASHTO policies, and transportation design guidelines
- Experience overseeing multidisciplinary transportation programs and teams
- Familiarity with MicroStation/InRoads, OpenRoads Designer, or related design platforms
- Proven ability to grow business, develop client relationships, and lead successful pursuits
- Strong financial and operational management experience
- Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
- Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects and multiple priorities simultaneously
- Professional presence appropriate to represent PRIME AE to clients and industry partners
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree preferred
Responsibilities
- Lead transportation operations across Pennsylvania, ensuring alignment with company goals and growth objectives.
- Oversee business performance including revenue generation, backlog growth, profitability, and operational efficiency.
- Provide leadership and direction to transportation teams across multiple offices.
- Ensure teams have appropriate resources, technology, and staffing to deliver high-quality services.
- Provide oversight for design and construction projects including highways, bridges, traffic systems, and related transportation infrastructure.
- Oversee development of deliverables across all project phases, including preliminary layouts, final plans, specifications, reports, and estimates.
- Ensure compliance with PennDOT, PTC, AASHTO, and applicable industry standards.
- Coordinate multidisciplinary teams and evaluate subconsultant performance.
- Oversee construction management and inspection teams supporting PennDOT and PTC programs.
- Ensure effective coordination between design and construction phases.
- Serve as a primary client relationship leader for PennDOT, PTC, and regional transportation agencies.
- Identify new market opportunities, clients, and strategic partnerships.
- Lead and participate in marketing efforts, including pursuits, interviews, and client engagement initiatives.
- Support preparation of Statements of Interest (SOIs), technical proposals, and fee proposals.
- Mentor and develop transportation professionals across experience levels.
- Support recruitment, retention, and professional development initiatives.
- Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture focused on growth and excellence.
- Represent PRIME AE in professional organizations including ACEC, ASCE, AASHTO, and regional affiliates.
- Maintain visibility within the transportation industry and professional community.
Benefits
- Flexible career paths across disciplines, from technical expertise to project and people leadership.
- Supportive, flexible environment
- Projects that improve everyday life
- Colleagues who challenge and respect one another
- Growth with Purpose: Strategic expansion backed by strong leadership and investment.
- National Reach, Local Feel: Big-firm resources with the agility and relationships of local offices.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
