Los Angeles Office Director

Toole Design • Los Angeles, CA

53d • Hybrid

About The Position

At Toole Design, we're leading the way in creating safer, more connected communities through sustainable multimodal transportation design. We're looking for an experienced leader with a multimodal transportation background to join our Los Angeles, CA team, as the Office Director. If you're a Transportation Planner, Civil Engineer, or Landscape Architect who has a knack for big-picture strategy, building and leading talented teams, winning meaningful work, exceeding client expectations, and mentoring the next generation of professionals, we would love to hear from you.

We're not just another firm; we're a purpose-driven team of engineers, planners, landscape architects, and urban designers who believe streets should work for everyone. At Toole Design, you'll work alongside thought leaders and industry experts who are committed to mentoring and helping you grow your expertise. We offer:
A collaborative, inclusive culture that supports your growth and advancement
A hybrid schedule with shared team days in office, Tues/Wed/Thurs
8 paid holidays; and at least 20 days PTO accrual annually
Competitive salary, excellent benefits, and transportation perks: Benefits and Supports
Projects that truly improve lives through safe, inclusive design rooted in ethics, empathy, and equity

Requirements

• A passion for working with a dynamic and diverse team, and an inclusive approach to achieving success
• A degree in Planning, Engineering, Landscape Architecture, Urban Design, or a very strong technical understanding of the Architecture and Engineering industry
• A minimum of 12 years of experience
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in a consulting firm or similar
• Recent experience in and active relationships with Los Angeles-area public sector agencies
• Experience managing staff
• Experience pursuing and winning work that is competitively bid
• Experience solving problems, providing a high level of client service, and helping others navigate tricky situations
• Passion for transforming communities through multimodal transportation and sustainable design
• Communicate effectively
• Think entrepreneurially
• Push the practice forward
• Collaborate across disciplines
• Mentor and motivate diverse teams
• Consistently deliver high-quality, on-time, on-budget work with strong analytical judgment

Responsibilities

• Lead a talented team of professionals and serve as a key liaison with company leadership and external partners.
• Foster a positive, inclusive culture and strong team morale while maintaining a productive, collaborative work environment.
• Play an active role in managing and overseeing projects.
• Pursue and win work that makes a meaningful impact on communities.
• Ensure your team consistently delivers high-quality, equity-centered projects.
• Have an active role in mentoring and recruiting staff.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the region and nationwide.
• Shape and strengthen our practice, with strong support from our operations teams and company leadership.

Benefits

• A collaborative, inclusive culture that supports your growth and advancement
• A hybrid schedule with shared team days in office, Tues/Wed/Thurs
• 8 paid holidays
• at least 20 days PTO accrual annually
• Competitive salary
• excellent benefits
• transportation perks
• Projects that truly improve lives through safe, inclusive design rooted in ethics, empathy, and equity

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees