Tennessee Roadway Leader
Volkert Inc., Knoxville, TN, United States
We are currently searching for an experienced Tennessee Roadway Leader to support our East Gulf Region located in Brentwood/Nashville, Knoxville, Chattanooga, or Memphis, TN. Candidates must be willing to relocate to Tennessee if out of state.
To be considered for this position, applicants must have, at minimum, 15 years of relevant DOT roadway design and plan production experience.
What you’ll be doing:
Principal in Charge for all transportation planning, design, and plan production for our Tennessee locations (marketing and operations)
Be a practice builder - growing services, clients, and geography
Serve as the lead with key client and contract management
Recruit, develop, and retain Tennessee roadway staff
Manage transportation projects to meet financial and technical requirements
Writing proposals
Participating in and/or leading interviews
Performing contract negotiations
Project work planning
Supervising the execution of work
Lead the Quality Control/Quality Assurance process for all projects
Prepare and deliver technical presentations
Participate in marketing and business development
What you need to have:
BS degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited four-year college or university
PE is required (Tennessee PE preferred)
A minimum of 15-20 years of relevant DOT roadway design and plan production experience. (TDOT experience preferred)
Must have proven skills in meeting DOT expectations, schedules, and budgets
Experienced in DOT design methods, plan production, standards, and specifications
Proven leadership, communication, mentoring, and client liaison skills
Proficient with OpenRoads Designer
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening to ensure a safe and productive work environment. Volkert adheres to federal guidelines, which may include testing for substances such as marijuana. Please note that federal regulations may differ from state-specific guidelines
If applicable to the position, a post offer fit for duty evaluation to ensure the individual can safely perform the essential functions of the role
Valid driver's license
A satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR)
Why Volkert?
Volkert is employee owned and a Top 100 design firm, committed to providing clients with creative solutions for sustainability, including improvements to infrastructure, the environment, and natural resources. Founded in 1925, Volkert is celebrating a century of serving our employees, clients, partners, and communities. At Volkert, we pride ourselves on providing all of our employees with competitive compensation, positive work/life balance, and professional development opportunities, as well as fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace in all of our offices nationwide.
Key Benefits:
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Medical, Dental, & Vision
401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matching
Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance
Employer-Paid short-term disability and long-term disability
Wellness incentives
Student Debt Retirement Match
Additional voluntary benefits
EOE-Race/Sex/Vets/Disabled
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To be considered for this position, applicants must have, at minimum, 15 years of relevant DOT roadway design and plan production experience.
What you’ll be doing:
Principal in Charge for all transportation planning, design, and plan production for our Tennessee locations (marketing and operations)
Be a practice builder - growing services, clients, and geography
Serve as the lead with key client and contract management
Recruit, develop, and retain Tennessee roadway staff
Manage transportation projects to meet financial and technical requirements
Writing proposals
Participating in and/or leading interviews
Performing contract negotiations
Project work planning
Supervising the execution of work
Lead the Quality Control/Quality Assurance process for all projects
Prepare and deliver technical presentations
Participate in marketing and business development
What you need to have:
BS degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited four-year college or university
PE is required (Tennessee PE preferred)
A minimum of 15-20 years of relevant DOT roadway design and plan production experience. (TDOT experience preferred)
Must have proven skills in meeting DOT expectations, schedules, and budgets
Experienced in DOT design methods, plan production, standards, and specifications
Proven leadership, communication, mentoring, and client liaison skills
Proficient with OpenRoads Designer
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening to ensure a safe and productive work environment. Volkert adheres to federal guidelines, which may include testing for substances such as marijuana. Please note that federal regulations may differ from state-specific guidelines
If applicable to the position, a post offer fit for duty evaluation to ensure the individual can safely perform the essential functions of the role
Valid driver's license
A satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR)
Why Volkert?
Volkert is employee owned and a Top 100 design firm, committed to providing clients with creative solutions for sustainability, including improvements to infrastructure, the environment, and natural resources. Founded in 1925, Volkert is celebrating a century of serving our employees, clients, partners, and communities. At Volkert, we pride ourselves on providing all of our employees with competitive compensation, positive work/life balance, and professional development opportunities, as well as fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace in all of our offices nationwide.
Key Benefits:
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Medical, Dental, & Vision
401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matching
Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance
Employer-Paid short-term disability and long-term disability
Wellness incentives
Student Debt Retirement Match
Additional voluntary benefits
EOE-Race/Sex/Vets/Disabled
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