Transportation Group Manager

Fisher Associates•Davidson, NC

12m•$150,000 - $195,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Infrastructure + Mobility Group Manager – Grow and Expand Our North Carolina Transportation Practice North Carolina | Transportation Engineering | Senior Leadership Role Are you a strategic transportation leader with a passion for infrastructure, business development, and team building? Fisher Associates is seeking an Infrastructure + Mobility Group Manager to help establish and grow our transportation practice in the North Carolina market. This is a unique opportunity to build something from the ground up, with the full support of a well-established, multi-disciplinary firm and a dedicated client services team. In this high-impact leadership role, you’ll lead transportation infrastructure projects while shaping the strategic direction of the practice, recruiting and developing talent, establishing Fisher’s footprint across North Carolina, and strengthening long-term client partnerships. If you’re motivated by the chance to build something lasting and influence communities throughout North Carolina, this role offers that opportunity. We encourage you to apply today and start the conversation with Fisher Associates. About Fisher Associates At Fisher Associates, we are a multidisciplinary design services firm with nine locations nationwide, empowering our teams to drive meaningful change through their work. Our services span civil/site engineering, transportation engineering, electrical engineering, landscape architecture, architecture, planning, environmental services, land surveying, GIS, construction inspection, precast, and construction engineering, each offering opportunities to shape communities and improve lives. What You’ll Do as an Infrastructure + Mobility Group Manager Proactively pursue new business with existing and prospective clients by delivering exceptional service, promoting Fisher’s capabilities, building lasting relationships. Support the development and execution of strategic business plans. Oversee and coordinate multiple projects, ensuring priorities are aligned and deadlines are met. Manage project budgets, scope, schedule, and staffing to ensure successful, on-time delivery. Lead and prepare winning project proposals and serve as primary client contact throughout project delivery. Proactively identify, monitor, and resolve technical, schedule, or financial issues. Successfully lead and manage a team across multiple locations. Build and maintain a high-performing, motivated team with strong morale. Mentor staff in technical development, leadership, and client engagement. Set clear expectations, provide constructive feedback, and coach employees to support career growth. Navigate and support complex public processes and municipal approvals. Represent Fisher Associates in professional organizations, business boards, and community activities.

Requirements

B.S. degree in Civil Engineering (Master’s preferred)
15+ years minimum in transportation civil engineering design
Professional Engineering License (PE)
10 years minimum of project management experience
Strong financial acumen with the ability to use metrics and data to drive performance and results.
Proven experience leading and managing teams.
Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Proven client relationship and business development success in the transportation sector
Proficiency in MS Office; MicroStation, AutoCAD, and OpenRoads a plus
Thorough understanding of transportation project development and delivery, including NCDOT, agency, and locally administered federal-aid projects.
Strong understanding of transportation engineering principles, including roadway or bridge design and regulatory standards.
Professional performance aligned with Fisher’s Mission, Vision, Core Values, and Clientship philosophy.
Dedicated to fostering trusting relationships through collaboration, integrity, respect, and active listening
Proven ability to deliver quality work through critical thinking, problem-solving, and sound judgment
Proactively own projects, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, growth environment.
Superior organizational and planning skills with keen attention to detail
Curious and improvement-minded, embracing feedback and continuously seeking better solutions.

Nice To Haves

Master’s preferred
Proficiency in MS Office; MicroStation, AutoCAD, and OpenRoads a plus

Responsibilities

Proactively pursue new business with existing and prospective clients by delivering exceptional service, promoting Fisher’s capabilities, building lasting relationships.
Support the development and execution of strategic business plans.
Oversee and coordinate multiple projects, ensuring priorities are aligned and deadlines are met.
Manage project budgets, scope, schedule, and staffing to ensure successful, on-time delivery.
Lead and prepare winning project proposals and serve as primary client contact throughout project delivery.
Proactively identify, monitor, and resolve technical, schedule, or financial issues.
Successfully lead and manage a team across multiple locations.
Build and maintain a high-performing, motivated team with strong morale.
Mentor staff in technical development, leadership, and client engagement.
Set clear expectations, provide constructive feedback, and coach employees to support career growth.
Navigate and support complex public processes and municipal approvals.
Represent Fisher Associates in professional organizations, business boards, and community activities.

Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
401(k) Plan
Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance
Hybrid Work Schedule
Generous PTO and Paid Holidays
Strong Work-life Balance
Shareholders Program
Professional Development Opportunities and Reimbursement
Supplemental Benefits Designed for Total Well-being and Financial Security
Engage with a variety of employee groups focused on community, inclusion, and employee voice.