Transportation Project Development Lead

M&J Engineering•Fort Worth, TX

About The Position

M&J Engineering, D.P.C. (M&J) is a quality provider of multi-disciplined consulting services. Since its inception in 2004, M&J has grown into diversified provider of construction management, construction inspection, engineering, technology, and environmental services to a broad range of clients, including federal, state and city/local agencies, private owners, architects, engineers, and contractors. M&J is a leader in construction management and inspection, ITS, mechanical, electrical, wastewater, water supply, tunnel airport, port, marine/coastal, environmental engineering, and design-build services for both new infrastructure projects and renovations. M&J has steadily evolved its business and built a diverse and dedicated employee force, fostered by a culture that serves to attract, retain, and develop a workforce that is inclusive and representative of the communities that we serve. M&J bases its employment and personnel decisions on the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity, with the intent to further the Company’s Affirmative Action commitment. M&J does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, employment status, veteran or military status, or any other category protected by law. M&J vigorously pursues opportunities to recruit and develop job candidates who have the desire and potential for becoming qualified employees through our Affirmative Action Plan. M&J Engineering is seeking an experienced and entrepreneurial Transportation Project Development Lead to join our growing Texas transportation team. This is a unique opportunity for a motivated professional who wants to do more than deliver projects. We are looking for someone who wants to help shape strategy, win work, build client relationships, lead technical efforts, and play a meaningful role in the growth of our Texas transportation practice. As part of a rapidly growing organization recognized among the fastest-growing AEC firms in North America, you'll have the opportunity to help build the future of transportation services in Texas while working alongside a team committed to technical excellence, innovation, and client success. The ideal candidate is a Texas PE with approximately 10-15 years of experience supporting transportation project development for TxDOT, NTTA, municipalities, airports, and other public-sector clients. While our current focus is centered on project development, advanced planning, and schematic services, the successful candidate will also possess the technical depth to support and lead roadway PS&E efforts as market opportunities continue to expand.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited university.
Professional Engineer (PE) license in Texas, or ability to obtain through reciprocity.
10-15 years of progressive transportation engineering experience.
Demonstrated experience supporting transportation projects for TxDOT and/or NTTA.
Experience leading or contributing to: Schematic design, Corridor studies, Feasibility studies, Alternative analyses, Mobility planning efforts, Preliminary engineering and project development activities
Strong understanding of the TxDOT Project Development Process.
Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
Ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams and public-sector clients.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting municipal transportation programs and capital improvement initiatives.
Experience with airport planning, landside transportation, or aviation-related infrastructure projects.
Experience participating in project pursuits, technical proposals, and shortlisted interviews.
Existing relationships with TxDOT districts, municipalities, MPOs, airport sponsors, or transportation stakeholders throughout Texas.
Experience serving as a task lead, deputy project manager, project manager, or technical lead.
Working knowledge of roadway PS&E development and delivery.
Experience mentoring and developing engineering staff.
Experience supporting projects within one or more of the following TxDOT precertification categories is highly desirable: Primary Categories: 1.5.1 Feasibility Studies, 1.8.1 Public Involvement, 3.2.1 Route Studies and Schematic Design, 4.2.1 Roadway Design, 8.1.1 Signing, Pavement Marking, and Channelization. Bonus Categories: 5.X.X Bridge Design Categories, 6.X.X Bridge Inspection Categories, 7.X.X Traffic Categories, 10.X.X Hydraulics Categories.
Experience serving as a responsible charge engineer, project lead, or key technical contributor in these categories is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead and support transportation project development efforts across Texas.
Manage and prepare schematic designs, feasibility studies, corridor studies, alternatives analyses, and conceptual engineering evaluations.
Support transportation planning, mobility studies, project prioritization efforts, and funding strategy initiatives.
Develop conceptual roadway, traffic control, drainage, and multimodal transportation solutions.
Coordinate with TxDOT districts, NTTA, municipalities, airport sponsors, MPOs, and other transportation stakeholders.
Collaborate with environmental, planning, traffic, roadway, drainage, and structural professionals to develop integrated project solutions.
Participate in project pursuits, proposal development, interviews, capture planning, and client presentations.
Support the transition of projects from planning and schematic development through final design and PS&E delivery.
Serve as a technical mentor and leader for junior engineering staff.
Represent M&J at industry events, professional organizations, conferences, and client meetings.
Identify opportunities to strengthen client relationships and expand transportation services throughout Texas.