Apply on Employer Site

VHB · 3 days ago

Manager of Transportation Systems and Engineering

Charlotte Metro

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

11+ years exp

VHB is seeking a strategic, experienced, and dynamic Manager of Transportation Systems and Engineering to lead and grow their transportation engineering practice in Charlotte, NC. The role focuses on business development, project delivery, and technical excellence in traffic operations, safety, and traffic design.

Asset ManagementCivil EngineeringConstructionConsultingGraphic Design

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Serve as the strategic leader for the Transportation Systems group in Charlotte, with responsibility for business development, client management, and project execution

Mentor and develop a high-performing team of engineers and planners, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and professional growth

Cultivate and grow relationships with NCDOT, SCDOT, regional/local governments (e.g., CDOT, CRTPO), and private developers, aligning service offerings with client needs

Lead complex traffic engineering and transportation planning projects, including corridor studies, safety analysis, traffic impact analyses, and traffic signal designs

Manage multimodal traffic and safety projects involving the design of traffic control devices, ITS elements, and operational improvements that prioritize safety, equity, and mobility for all users

Guide technical teams in delivering high-quality work on-time and within budget, providing expert-level QA/QC across a broad portfolio of traffic engineering work

Support and lead field operations including signal inspections, crash data analysis, operational reviews, and implementation of countermeasure strategies

Lead proposal development, pricing strategies, and pursuit activities to secure new work and maintain a robust pipeline of opportunities

Qualification

Traffic signal designTraffic operations analysisMultimodal planningBusiness development strategiesTraffic engineering toolsLeadership skillsCommunication skillsProject managementCivil Engineering degreeProfessional Engineer licenseDesign standardsTransportation technology knowledge

Required

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field

11-15+ years of progressive experience in traffic engineering, transportation planning, or related field

Professional Engineer (PE) license in North Carolina (or ability to obtain within 3 months)

Demonstrated success in business development, including winning work with DOTs, municipalities, and private-sector clients

Valid driver's license and willingness to travel regionally as needed

Strong portfolio of projects in traffic signal systems, corridor studies, safety, and transportation technology

Deep knowledge of Charlotte region transportation operations, planning, and policy, including CDOT, NCDOT, SCDOT, and other municipal processes

Advanced proficiency in traffic signal design, safety and operations analysis, traffic impact studies, and multimodal planning

Strong experience in traffic engineering tools and software, including Synchro, VISSIM, AutoCAD/MicroStation, and traffic modeling applications

Proven leadership in developing and executing business development strategies within the transportation engineering market

Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage clients, stakeholders, and the public

Ability to oversee multidisciplinary teams and manage complex project portfolios

Up-to-date understanding of federal, state, and local design standards, MUTCD, and transportation safety guidelines

Thought leadership in evolving areas of transportation technology, connected vehicles, and data-driven safety improvements

Preferred

Master's degree in Civil Engineering or related field

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/

H1B Sponsorship

VHB has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)

Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship

Represents job field similar to this job

Trends of Total Sponsorships

2025 (11)

2024 (8)

2023 (4)

2022 (7)

2021 (8)

2020 (3)