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VHB · 1 day ago

Senior Transportation Engineering Manager

Charlotte Metro

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

11+ years exp

VHB is seeking a Senior Transportation Engineering Manager to join their dynamic Transportation team in Charlotte, NC. This strategic role focuses on business development, client relationship building, and leading complex transportation projects in western North Carolina and South Carolina.

Asset ManagementCivil EngineeringConstructionConsultingGraphic Design

H1B Sponsor Likely

Hiring Manager

Katie Wong Soto

Responsibilities

Lead business development efforts across western NC and SC, including identifying new opportunities, building client relationships, and positioning VHB for key pursuits

Serve as a senior point of contact for strategic clients, particularly NCDOT, SCDOT, and local agencies

Drive growth strategy for transportation services in the Charlotte region and surrounding markets; support marketing, branding, and proposal efforts aligned with business goals

Collaborate with senior leadership to develop and implement client capture plans, teaming strategies, and pursuit roadmaps

Serve as Senior Project Manager on select transportation design projects—particularly those that are complex, multidisciplinary, or high-profile

Lead or support alternative delivery pursuits and project execution (e.g., Design-Build, P3)

Build and mentor a high-performing team; support staff development through coaching, training, and collaborative leadership

Participate in industry organizations, events, and conferences to raise VHB’s profile and build meaningful relationships with decision-makers and teaming partners

Maintain a strong understanding of industry trends, regional infrastructure priorities, funding programs, and agency initiatives

Qualification

Civil EngineeringTransportation EngineeringBusiness DevelopmentClient Relationship ManagementNCDOT/SCDOT FamiliarityProfessional Engineer LicenseAlternative Delivery MethodsDesign Tools ProficiencyLeadership SkillsCommunication SkillsInterpersonal Skills

Required

B.S. in Civil Engineering, Transportation Planning, or a related field

11–15+ years of progressive experience in transportation engineering and project delivery

Strong familiarity with NCDOT and SCDOT project delivery processes and key contacts

Proven success in client relationship management and business development, including developing win strategies and leading proposal efforts

Professional Engineer (PE) license in North Carolina required (SC PE preferred or ability to obtain)

Experience with alternative delivery methods (e.g., Design-Build) and contractors is a strong plus

Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills

Strong understanding of transportation engineering principles, including highway design, permitting, and regulatory standards

Preferred

Proficiency with design tools such as MicroStation, AutoCAD, and OpenRoads Designer is beneficial but not required

Benefits

Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation

Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects

Community and social responsibility as sustainable stewards

Focus on learning, development, and career growth

Best-in-class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplace

Company

VHB

Glassdoor4.0

VHB offers civil engineering, site and transit planning, GIS mapping, consulting, analytics, design-build, and structure designing services.

Founded in 1979

Watertown, Massachusetts, USA

1001-5000 employees

https://www.vhb.com/

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