Transportation Practice Builder
Position Overview
We are seeking a strategic and collaborative Transportation Practice Builder to establish and grow a transportation practice within an SBE and DBE‑certified firm. This role is critical to expanding technical transportation capabilities while preserving and strengthening the firm's SBE/DBE positioning, compliance, and culture.
The ideal candidate is a transportation leader who understands how to build scalable practices within certified environments-leveraging teaming strategies, mentoring internal staff, and aligning growth with certification requirements and long‑term ownership goals.
Key Responsibilities
Practice Development & Strategic Growth
- Build and lead a transportation practice that complements and enhances the firm's existing SBE/DBE offerings.
- Develop a phased growth strategy that aligns with certification rules, ownership structure, and participation requirements.
- Identify transportation services to expand or introduce, including:
- Roadway design
- Drainage and stormwater
- Traffic and safety
- Multimodal and complete streets
- Establish systems and processes that support sustainable, compliant practice growth.
Client & Business Development
- Identify, pursue, and secure transportation work with:
- State DOTs
- Counties and municipalities
- Transportation authorities
- Prime consultants seeking SBE/DBE partners
- Strategically position the firm as:
- A prime consultant where appropriate
- A key SBE/DBE subconsultant on larger transportation programs
- Lead proposal development, teaming strategies, and client interviews.
- Strengthen long‑term client relationships that translate into repeat work.
SBE / DBE Integration & Compliance
- Work closely with firm leadership to ensure transportation growth aligns with:
- SBE/DBE certification requirements
- Ownership, control, and management criteria
- Support compliance documentation related to project roles, staffing plans, and participation commitments.
- Structure project staffing and roles to reinforce meaningful participation and technical credibility.
- Actively mentor and elevate internal SBE/DBE staff into transportation roles.
Technical & Project Leadership
- Provide technical oversight and strategic guidance on transportation projects.
- Ensure projects meet quality, schedule, and budget expectations.
- Support alternative delivery methods (Design‑Build, CMAR) when applicable.
- Establish QA/QC standards consistent with public‑sector expectations.
Team Development & Mentorship
- Build, mentor, and retain a high‑performing transportation team.
- Recruit in a way that supports internal growth, knowledge transfer, and succession planning.
- Collaborate with existing discipline leads to integrate transportation services seamlessly.
- Foster a culture of accountability, inclusion, and professional development.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
- Florida Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
- 12+ years of transportation engineering experience.
- Demonstrated success building or expanding transportation services.
- Experience working with public‑sector transportation clients.
- Understanding of SBE and/or DBE program requirements and best practices.
- Strong communication, leadership, and client‑facing skills.
- Ability to operate as a player‑coach within a growing environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior experience working within or partnering with SBE/DBE‑certified firms.
- Established DOT, county, or municipal relationships.
- Experience helping firms transition from subconsultant to prime roles.
- Knowledge of certification renewals, audits, and compliance processes.
- Active involvement in professional organizations or mentorship programs.
Why Join Us
- Opportunity to build a transportation practice from the inside, not bolt it on.
- Strong commitment to SBE/DBE integrity, growth, and leadership development.
- Direct impact on firm strategy and long‑term success.
- Competitive compensation with growth‑based incentives.
- Leadership visibility and a clear path to expanded responsibilities.
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