Virginia Transportation Engineering Design Leader
Kleinfelder, Norfolk, VA, United States
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Kleinfelder, a Forbes’ Top Employer for Engineers in North America, is committed to a people‑first culture, technical excellence, and creating opportunities where employees can thrive.
Step into Your New Role
Kleinfelder is seeking a Virginia Transportation Engineering Design Leader to join our Mid‑Atlantic Team (Maryland, Virginia, and DC Area) . The ideal candidate will thrive as a vital part of a resourceful and collaborative group of transportation professionals across the East Division.
In this role you will be responsible for the operational and strategic direction of our Virginia Transportation Engineering Design practice, overseeing client relationships, project management and delivery, and profitable growth. You will strengthen our transportation design team, manage project delivery, ensure compliance with industry standards, and foster innovation and excellence within the team.
You will have full support of Kleinfelder’s East Division Transportation Practice Lead, East Division Market Lead, and our established Transportation Engineering Design team located in Maryland. You will lead and mentor a team of civil transportation engineers and technicians, helping to design and execute high‑impact transportation projects. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to major transportation projects and make a lasting impact on the growth of our firm.
This position can be located in Richmond, VA or the Norfolk, VA region.
What You Will Do
Lead & manage projects: oversee all phases of transportation projects, from initial concept to final design, ensuring they meet quality standards and client expectations; manage schedules, budgets, and project teams to deliver exceptional results.
Mentor & develop talent: guide and inspire a team of engineers and technicians, sharing knowledge and experience to foster professional growth and a collaborative culture.
Collaborate with cross‑disciplinary teams: work with experts across highway, bridge, water resources, environmental, geotechnical, survey, and traffic to deliver integrated, effective solutions.
Project execution: manage all aspects of project delivery, including organization, scheduling, financial management, subconsultant management, and adherence to safety and quality standards.
Business development & client relations: lead business development efforts, identify client needs, define solutions, and build strong relationships to expand opportunities.
Continuous improvement: ensure high standards of quality control through internal reviews and risk management, driving innovation and staying ahead of industry trends.
What You Will Need to Succeed
Experience: 12+ years in transportation/civil engineering, specifically in highway/roadway or bridge design for state departments of transportation and municipalities.
Leadership: Proven ability to manage teams, mentor engineers, and guide projects from start to finish.
Technical expertise: Hands‑on experience with roadway and bridge design, preparation of construction documents, project delivery, and design software such as OpenRoads.
Client focus: Strong skills in managing client relationships, identifying project needs, and delivering results on time and within budget; ability to identify business prospects and plan for growth.
Communication skills: Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills essential for collaboration and project coordination.
Flexibility & problem solving: Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment, managing complex challenges and finding creative solutions.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering.
12+ years of experience in the design and preparation of construction contract documents for highways and/or bridge structures.
Professional Engineer (PE) registration in Virginia.
Experience with Virginia state and local regulations, including VDOT specifications, local codes, procurement policies, bid documents, and coordination with state and local agencies for permitting and compliance.
Proficiency in OpenRoads or other relevant design software.
Passion for mentoring others, meeting client objectives, and overcoming technical challenges.
Ability to work well in a collaborative team environment and manage projects with virtual teams across different locations.
Following an offer, candidates will be required to satisfactorily complete employment reference checks, verification of professional licensure and/or educational credentials, a motor vehicle report (MVR), and a comprehensive background check.
Benefits
Kleinfelder offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays.
Career Development
Kleinfelder is committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee opportunities to grow and develop, including reimbursements for continuing education, training, certifications, and an internal Mentoring Program.
Equal Opportunity
Kleinfelder and its subsidiaries and affiliates are an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with VEVRAA and Section 503 rules)
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Kleinfelder, a Forbes’ Top Employer for Engineers in North America, is committed to a people‑first culture, technical excellence, and creating opportunities where employees can thrive.
Step into Your New Role
Kleinfelder is seeking a Virginia Transportation Engineering Design Leader to join our Mid‑Atlantic Team (Maryland, Virginia, and DC Area) . The ideal candidate will thrive as a vital part of a resourceful and collaborative group of transportation professionals across the East Division.
In this role you will be responsible for the operational and strategic direction of our Virginia Transportation Engineering Design practice, overseeing client relationships, project management and delivery, and profitable growth. You will strengthen our transportation design team, manage project delivery, ensure compliance with industry standards, and foster innovation and excellence within the team.
You will have full support of Kleinfelder’s East Division Transportation Practice Lead, East Division Market Lead, and our established Transportation Engineering Design team located in Maryland. You will lead and mentor a team of civil transportation engineers and technicians, helping to design and execute high‑impact transportation projects. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to major transportation projects and make a lasting impact on the growth of our firm.
This position can be located in Richmond, VA or the Norfolk, VA region.
What You Will Do
Lead & manage projects: oversee all phases of transportation projects, from initial concept to final design, ensuring they meet quality standards and client expectations; manage schedules, budgets, and project teams to deliver exceptional results.
Mentor & develop talent: guide and inspire a team of engineers and technicians, sharing knowledge and experience to foster professional growth and a collaborative culture.
Collaborate with cross‑disciplinary teams: work with experts across highway, bridge, water resources, environmental, geotechnical, survey, and traffic to deliver integrated, effective solutions.
Project execution: manage all aspects of project delivery, including organization, scheduling, financial management, subconsultant management, and adherence to safety and quality standards.
Business development & client relations: lead business development efforts, identify client needs, define solutions, and build strong relationships to expand opportunities.
Continuous improvement: ensure high standards of quality control through internal reviews and risk management, driving innovation and staying ahead of industry trends.
What You Will Need to Succeed
Experience: 12+ years in transportation/civil engineering, specifically in highway/roadway or bridge design for state departments of transportation and municipalities.
Leadership: Proven ability to manage teams, mentor engineers, and guide projects from start to finish.
Technical expertise: Hands‑on experience with roadway and bridge design, preparation of construction documents, project delivery, and design software such as OpenRoads.
Client focus: Strong skills in managing client relationships, identifying project needs, and delivering results on time and within budget; ability to identify business prospects and plan for growth.
Communication skills: Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills essential for collaboration and project coordination.
Flexibility & problem solving: Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment, managing complex challenges and finding creative solutions.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering.
12+ years of experience in the design and preparation of construction contract documents for highways and/or bridge structures.
Professional Engineer (PE) registration in Virginia.
Experience with Virginia state and local regulations, including VDOT specifications, local codes, procurement policies, bid documents, and coordination with state and local agencies for permitting and compliance.
Proficiency in OpenRoads or other relevant design software.
Passion for mentoring others, meeting client objectives, and overcoming technical challenges.
Ability to work well in a collaborative team environment and manage projects with virtual teams across different locations.
Following an offer, candidates will be required to satisfactorily complete employment reference checks, verification of professional licensure and/or educational credentials, a motor vehicle report (MVR), and a comprehensive background check.
Benefits
Kleinfelder offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays.
Career Development
Kleinfelder is committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee opportunities to grow and develop, including reimbursements for continuing education, training, certifications, and an internal Mentoring Program.
Equal Opportunity
Kleinfelder and its subsidiaries and affiliates are an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with VEVRAA and Section 503 rules)
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