Welcome page Returning Candidate? Log back in! VDOT Transportation Design Director Job Locations US-VA-Richmond | US-VA-Virginia Beach | US-VA-Williamsburg | US-VA-Tysons Corner | US-DC-Washington ID 2025-5101 Category Engineering Type Regular Full-Time Career Stage Type Experienced # of Openings 1 Overview

ABOUT THE POSITION

VHB is seeking a growth-oriented and experienced engineer to serve as the VDOT Transportation Design Director. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in driving the growth of the VDOT Design practice to increase market share across the Commonwealth. As VHB continues to grow and undertake projects of greater scale and complexity, the VDOT Transportation Design Director will provide strategic support to a talented group of Project Managers (PMs) on large-scale, complex transportation projects, while enabling PMs to focus on project execution and ensuring the overall success of projects. This person will collaborate closely with the Transportation Market Leader, PMs, clients, and project teams throughout the project life cycle to ensure seamless delivery, client satisfaction, and project excellence.    

 

Responsibilities 

Leverage relationships to develop and maintain trusted adviser status with VDOT clients at all levels of the organization.  Work closely with our Mid-Atlantic local and regional leadership teams in the development of targeted client service action plans.  Provide strategic guidance during the project pursuit process, including opportunity identification, scope development, risk identification, and defining project goals. Advise on project approach, scope, cost, and schedule, identifying opportunities for innovative solutions and strategic teaming partnerships. Support project delivery teams and provide technical guidance for the design of transportation projects. 

Skills and Attributes 

Strong track record of overseeing successful VDOT project delivery Proven record of delivering complex transportation projects Ability to work in a dynamic environment  Have the drive to be a leader in the company and in the professional community   Possess strong engineering judgment with a strive for quality and financial excellence  Desire to mentor and train design staff in evaluating project risks, client expectations and overall successful project delivery  

Qualifications 

B.S. in Civil Engineering or related degree (a master’s may be substituted for 2 years of experience) 15+ years of professional civil engineering experience focused on delivery of complex VDOT Transportation Design Services Virginia Professional Engineer licensure required Demonstrated supervisor and mentoring skills Technical proficiency and ability to understand and navigate complex projects Solid project management skills, including planning, budgeting, and risk management Market and client knowledge to align project strategies with client drivers and expectations Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with diverse clients and project team

The base salary range for this position is $167,000 - 245,000 for the Washington, DC location. This offer is determined based on a number of job-related factors including internal comparators, skills, education, training, credentials, experience, scope and complexity of role responsibilities and geographic location. In addition, VHB offers a holistic benefits package which can be found here.

We are VHB! We’re an inspired and innovative team of engineers, scientists, planners, and designers who partner with clients in the transportation, real estate, institutional, and energy industries, as well as federal, state, and local governments. Our work helps improve mobility, enhance communities, and contribute to economic vitality. We do this while balancing development and infrastructure needs with stewardship of our environment. 

 

Our people make us great! VHB provides a differentiating employee experience, which includes: 

Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovationOpportunity to work on complex, transformational projectsCommunity and social responsibility as sustainable stewards Focus on learning, development, and career growthBest-in-class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplace  

We are consistently rated one of the top AEC firms to work for across our 30+ offices on the East Coast. We’re growing, and we hope you’ll join us! 

 

VHB is a proud Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion—supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. All individuals receive consideration for employment based on their qualifications without discrimination for race/ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, pregnancy, marital status, or any other basis protected by law.

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