Branch Manager (Civil Engineering/AEC)

Trilon Group•Roanoke, VA

28d

About The Position

Lead. Build. Transform. Become the Face of RDA in the Roanoke Region. Rinker Design Associates, LLC (RDA) is expanding—and we’re looking for a seasoned and driven Branch Manager leader to launch and lead our newest office in the Roanoke/Blacksburg/Christiansburg area. Are you ready to step into a high-impact role where your technical expertise, leadership, and vision can shape an entire region’s future? This is more than a job—it’s a rare opportunity to build something from the ground up with the full support of an established and growing firm. What You'll Do: Make Your Mark: Spearhead RDA’s regional presence, build a high-performing team, and lead with autonomy. Lead with Vision: Drive business development, cultivate client partnerships, and oversee impactful infrastructure projects. Shape Culture: Foster a collaborative, innovative, and engaging office environment that attracts top-tier talent. Launch & Lead: Take charge of establishing the new office, from hiring and mentoring a core team to setting strategic goals. Drive Growth: Identify new business opportunities and lead client development efforts that expand our regional footprint. Deliver Excellence: Manage complex transportation and infrastructure projects from planning through delivery. Inspire & Develop: Mentor engineers and cultivate a high-performance, people-first culture. Oversee Operations: Ensure smooth day-to-day branch management including staffing, budgeting, and profitability.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering
15+ years of progressive experience in civil/transportation engineering, with leadership and PM expertise
Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Virginia
Strong track record of business development and client relationship success
Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills

Nice To Haves

Experience in the consulting industry preferred

Responsibilities

Spearhead RDA’s regional presence, build a high-performing team, and lead with autonomy.
Drive business development, cultivate client partnerships, and oversee impactful infrastructure projects.
Foster a collaborative, innovative, and engaging office environment that attracts top-tier talent.
Take charge of establishing the new office, from hiring and mentoring a core team to setting strategic goals.
Identify new business opportunities and lead client development efforts that expand our regional footprint.
Manage complex transportation and infrastructure projects from planning through delivery.
Mentor engineers and cultivate a high-performance, people-first culture.
Ensure smooth day-to-day branch management including staffing, budgeting, and profitability.