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Short Description

Bowman has an opportunity for a Transportation Engineering Director to join our team in West Palm Beach, FL.

 

At Bowman, we believe in creating opportunities for aspiring people to thrive and achieve ambitious goals. That’s why a career at Bowman is more than a job. It is an opportunity to be part of a diverse and engaged community of professionals, to be treated as a respected and valued member of a motivated team and to be empowered to do exceptional work that advances the best interest of everyone involved. We recognize the importance of creating a work environment that is both rewarding to our employees and supportive of our unwavering commitment to provide unparalleled service to our clients.

Purpose

Responsible for the Transportation function of assigned business unit.

Responsibilities

Leadership and Direction

• Perform work under very limited guidance requiring the need to exercise independent judgement and discretion on a continual basis.
• Position will include direct supervisory responsibility of staff to include hiring decisions, direction and delegation of work assignments, performance and evaluation, training and development, employee relations and disciplinary issues, compensation, and termination decisions.
• Provide oversight and direction of department or business unit including strategy, budgeting, staff, and deliverables.
• Guide management team of Team Leads and Project Managers in the direction, management and supervision of transportation engineering team.

At the Operational and Company Level

• Lead the administrative, technical, and management techniques applied on projects throughout the department/team to ensure consistently successful completion, on time and within budget.
• Develop processes and provide input on achieving company and office operational excellence while growing region and office.
• Continually market the firm’s capabilities to establish new clients and enhance relationships.

Do the Work

• Interact with clients, prepare new contract proposals, change orders, and attend project meetings.
• Lead and manage current project teams from bid until completion, while looking to obtain future business and performing own project duties.
• Mentor and direct junior staff, coordinate with project managers, and be responsible for goal setting and performance management of engineering team.
• Provide work assignments and review performance to ensure the efficient, cost-effective utilization of staff.
• Keep current on transportation engineering trends and developments to recommend changes in program or design methods.

Success Metrics and Competencies

• Professional attitude and appearance.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Ability to lead & develop an engineering and project management team.
• Ability to work both independently and within a collaborative team environment.
• Self-reliance and ability to operate independently with limited direction.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple time-sensitive tasks.
• Ability to manage competing demands and establish priorities.
• Flexibility, tact, and excellent interpersonal skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization and external partners.
• Effective working relationship with internal leaders and peers, as well as external clients.
• Commitment to working in partnership with others inside and outside the organization.
• High degree of discretion and ability to manage highly confidential information.
• Highly motivated and problem-solving attitude with a strong work ethic.
• Strong sense of urgency in responding to constituents.
• Commitment to promoting the reputation of the company through quality of work.
• Aspirations to grow professionally and advance within the company.
• Strong data analysis and interpretation skills.
• Basic understanding of financial reports and metrics.
• Strong marketing/business development skills and mindset.
• Commitment to driving profitability and growth.
• Commitment to becoming a "citizen" of the broader organization, breaking down barriers and silos.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field required.
• Fifteen or more (15+) years of professional consulting and/or related DOT or transportation design experience to include a minimum of five (5) years project management experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) Registration required.
• Professional Transportation Operations Engineer (PTOE) required.
• Demonstrated technical experience with a wide range of transportation projects and experience serving clients required.
• Experience with processing transportation studies and designs in relevant counties/municipalities required.
• Thorough understanding of municipal and DOT codes and regulations required.
• Valid state driver's license and ability to successfully pass a motor vehicle check or reliable form of transportation to/from the office and/or project site strongly preferred.

About Bowman

Are you ready to build a career that makes a lasting impact? At Bowman, our people are at the center of everything we do. We’re committed to creating an environment where employees can thrive both personally and professionally, while helping to shape the infrastructure of tomorrow.

 

A career at Bowman means being part of a collaborative, forward-thinking organization where innovation, inclusion, and growth are encouraged at every level. We offer competitive compensation, a supportive work environment, and benefits designed to help our employees succeed.

 

Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
• Discretionary bonuses and other performance-based incentives
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and employee discounts

 

Eligibility for certain benefits may vary based on position, location, and employment status.

Physical Demands and Working Environment

• May be eligible for hybrid or remote work arrangements.
• Primarily indoor professional office environment which may include bright/dim light, noise, fumes, odors, and traffic.
• Mobility around an office environment.
• Frequent and prolonged use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
• Occasional outdoor work environment which may include adverse weather conditions, varying temperatures, excessive noise, and/or potential hazards.
• Mobility around a job/construction site to include walking, bending, crawling, climbing, squatting, or kneeling and wearing of required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Primarily local travel during the business day, although some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be required according to the needs of the business.
• Occasional lifting or carrying up to 20 pounds.
• Occasional pushing or pulling up to 20 pounds.
• Occasional reaching outward or above shoulder.

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Job Description Disclaimer

Note: While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, it is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties from particular jobs and to assign other duties as necessary at any time with or without notice.

 

Bowman is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. For our EEO Policy Statement, please click here. If you’d like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please click here.

 

Bowman has an obligation to provide and maintain a safe, healthy, and productive environment for its employees and clients. We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol-free workplace.

 

If you have any questions about the application process, please email [email protected].