OHM Advisors · 3 hours ago
Principal Transportation Engineer
Chattanooga, TN
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
15+ years expOHM Advisors is a Community Advancement firm dedicated to advancing communities through collaborative efforts across various service areas. As a Principal Transportation Engineer, you will lead the transportation practice in Tennessee, managing key projects and developing client relationships while ensuring safety, mobility, and community resilience in transportation solutions.
Consulting
Responsibilities
Serve as principal-in-charge on complex transportation projects, including roadway, corridor, and multimodal infrastructure initiatives
Oversee project delivery, ensuring design quality, budget and schedule adherence, and technical excellence
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated solutions that align with client needs and community goals
Lead client engagement efforts, particularly with TDOT and local municipalities
Identify new opportunities and support pursuit strategies and proposal development
Represent OHM Advisors at industry events and serve as a visible leader in the regional transportation market
Guide and mentor engineering staff, providing oversight, training, and career development support
Support staffing plans and hiring efforts as the Tennessee transportation practice continues to grow
Foster a collaborative, high-performing team culture that aligns with OHM’s values and mission
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field
Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Tennessee or ability to obtain within 6 months
Minimum of 15 years of experience in transportation engineering, including 5+ years in a leadership role
Strong understanding of TDOT standards, funding programs, and project delivery processes
Proven experience managing transportation infrastructure projects and leading multidisciplinary teams
Demonstrated success in client development, relationship management, and regional market growth
Working knowledge in design software such as MicroStation, OpenRoads Designer, and other transportation tools
Excellent communication, strategic thinking, and leadership skills
Benefits
BCBSM Medical, Dental and Vision
Company Profit Sharing
Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matching contribution
Paid professional association membership
Tuition & Certification Expense reimbursement
Volunteer Service Leave
100% Employer-Paid Life Insurance
Short & Long-Term Disability Options
Voluntary Wellness Program
OHM Grad School
OHM University
Company
OHM Advisors
OHM Advisors is an architecture & planning company providing architectural, engineering, and planning services.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Kent Early
Chief Operating Officer
Jennifer Carney Triplett
Principal & Partner
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