Virginia Highway Lead

VHB•Washington, DC

9d•$135,000 - $200,000•Hybrid

About The Position

VHB is seeking a Virginia Highway Lead to join their growing Transportation team across Virginia. This leadership role will shape the future of mobility throughout the Commonwealth by leading complex VDOT roadway and interstate improvement projects that enhance connectivity, safety, and long-term community resilience. The role involves driving innovative transportation solutions across Richmond, Williamsburg, Virginia Beach, Tysons Corner, and the greater DC metro region. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced transportation professional ready to elevate their leadership impact through major infrastructure programs, Design-Build pursuits, and strategic client engagement. The individual will play a visible role in advancing VHB’s transportation presence across Virginia while mentoring emerging professionals, guiding technical delivery, and partnering with clients and contractor teams to deliver transformative transportation projects. VHB emphasizes career growth through meaningful leadership opportunities, collaborative project delivery, and the ability to make a lasting impact on how communities move and grow. The role supports major transportation initiatives including interstate corridor improvements, multimodal infrastructure, and large-scale highway design programs throughout Virginia, with a strong focus on VDOT transportation design and Design-Build project delivery. This work is part of what earned VHB recognition as a 2026 U.S. Best Managed Company.

Requirements

BS in Civil Engineering required
Virginia PE license required
11+ years of progressive transportation engineering experience with a focus on VDOT roadway design and interstate corridor projects
Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, manage budgets and schedules, and deliver high-quality transportation solutions
Strong communication, client relationship management, and business development skills

Nice To Haves

MS preferred
Demonstrated experience managing Design-Build transportation projects preferred
Strong knowledge of VDOT standards, procedures, and digital delivery requirements
DBIA certification or willingness to obtain

Responsibilities

Serve as Project Manager and Technical Lead on VDOT transportation design and interstate corridor projects across Virginia
Support Design-Build pursuits and project delivery, coordinating closely with contractor partners to develop innovative and cost-effective solutions
Lead, grow, and support VDOT transportation contracts and strategic pursuits, including opportunities within the I-81 corridor and statewide infrastructure programs
Mentor junior engineers and coordinate multidisciplinary design teams to ensure high-quality and timely project delivery
Provide technical leadership in highway design, geometric layout, grading, drainage, and VDOT standards compliance
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders including VDOT, municipalities, contractors, and private-sector clients
Support business development and strategic growth initiatives through client engagement, proposal development, and pursuit strategy
Contribute to the continued expansion of VHB’s transportation practice across Richmond, Williamsburg, Virginia Beach, Tysons Corner, and Metro DC markets
Oversee project budgets, schedules, quality control, and client communication throughout all phases of project delivery