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CONSOR Engineers

Transportation Planning and Design Area Principal - Tennessee

CONSOR Engineers, Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States, 37450

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Transportation Planning and Design Area Principal - Tennessee

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as a Transportation Planning and Design Area Principal in Tennessee. This is a full‑time, director‑level position focused on leading transportation programs and projects across the region.

What Your Day Will Look Like As the TPD Area Principal you will be a leader in program and project delivery, providing technical solutions to our biggest infrastructure challenges. You will plan and direct the project lifecycle from proposal through execution and delivery, ensuring quality that meets or exceeds corporate standards and strengthening client relationships across the region.

What You’ll Do

Lead and manage the delivery of transportation programs and projects, overseeing all aspects of the project lifecycle.

Oversee the preparation of scope, schedule, and budgets for projects.

Develop and present complex technical solutions to clients, demonstrating innovative problem‑solving abilities.

Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to deliver high‑quality project outcomes.

Interface with clients and lead business‑development efforts to win projects, coordinating closely with other local leaders.

Ensure that production of specifications, reports and analyses meet scope, schedule, cost and quality requirements and are commensurate with professional standards, client requirements and corporate objectives.

Collaborate with management to determine long‑range plans and objectives, including recommendations on project staffing, evaluating and mentoring of subordinate staff.

Manage programs or projects and maintain schedule, budget, and profitability of assigned projects.

Coordinate with internal and external clients and fortify long‑term client/contractor relationships.

Contribute with other leaders to advance our alternative delivery capabilities in TN.

What You’ll Need

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field; master’s degree preferred.

Registered Professional Engineer in TN or ability to obtain PE within 6 months.

15 years of experience in transportation engineering and project management.

Proven record of successfully leading and managing complex infrastructure projects.

Strong knowledge of transportation industry standards, regulations, and best practices.

Excellent leadership, team management, and mentoring skills.

Outstanding communication and presentation abilities, with experience in client‑facing roles.

Ability to work collaboratively in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.

Alternative Delivery experience is a plus.

You Will Engage In

Various roles of development and oversight with our top clients, TDOT, NDOT, Knoxville, Chattanooga, and various other clients.

or direct BD activities for the expansion of services and clients, TDOT and municipalities.

Frequently mentor staff with best principles for project delivery, management and client development.

What Benefits You’ll Enjoy

Career Growth & Development – Tuition reimbursement program, paid professional training, major license achievement bonus, extensive on‑demand learning center, and paid professional memberships.

Work‑Life Alignment – Industry‑competitive PTO, seven paid holidays and two floating holidays, flexible work schedules, paid parental leave, and eligibility for hybrid and remote work options for some employees based on role responsibilities.

Wellness – Medical, dental and vision insurance; employee assistance program; fitness and wellness reimbursement; and HSA and FSA options.

Life – Employer‑paid STD and LTD, employer‑paid term life insurance, and retirement 401(k) with company match.

Community – Quarterly social events, paid group volunteering events, and employee networks and groups.

How Your Career Will Grow We believe career growth is dynamic. Whether you pursue a management track, a technical track, or lateral moves, Consor supports learning and development to help you reach new heights.

Why You’ll Love Consor Our culture celebrates success and supports one another through challenges. You’ll work on impactful projects, expand your potential, and grow in a diverse, collaborative environment.

Consor’s Commitment to Equal Opportunity in the Workplace Consor fosters a workplace where employees and applicants are treated with dignity, and where different perspectives and life experiences are recognized as strengths. We are committed to fair employment practices that create access to meaningful opportunities for all, while upholding all applicable local, state, and federal laws. As an equal opportunity employer, Consor actively maintains an affirmative action program across our offices and worksites to support broader participation and representation.

If you need more information or special assistance for persons with disabilities or limited English proficiency, contact Human Resources at (786) 275‑7370.

For further assistance, contact us at (786) 275‑7370. Notices: The above job description is intended to relay a general sense of the position’s responsibilities and expectations. It does not describe all tasks that may be assigned. As business demands change, the essential functions of this position may also change. The position requires the successful completion of applicable pre‑employment substance screening and background checks.

Seniority level

Director

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Civil Engineering

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