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At AECOM, our global network of planners, engineers, project managers and supporting technical specialists provides high quality services to public and private sector clients around the world.  Travel by land, by sea or by air, and you will encounter transportation systems and facilities that AECOM has planned or designed whether a new subway system for New York City, a massive urban development project in the United Arab Emirates, a major container terminal in the port of Hong Kong, a 25-mile toll road in Western Sydney, or the capital improvement program at Los Angeles International Airport; they are all part of AECOM's award-winning global transportation experience..

We are seeking a Senior Highway Design Project Manager/Transportation Group Leader to lead the Louisiana offices.  We are looking for a dynamic, aggressive professional that desires a leadership position developing and managing an established successful engineering office. This is a rare opportunity with an existing technically advanced group, with a strong backlog and an excellent client base. You will be responsible for the leadership and development of a team of engineering professionals.

Position requires extensive experience with design within the transportation/roadway engineering industry including a proven track record of increasing transportation project revenue, and solid roadway engineering knowledge.  A working knowledge of Louisiana DOTD and parish/city municipal roadway design practices is required.  One must have the ability to build and lead a team of transportation professionals.

Responsibilities:

• Must be able to demonstrate a progressively responsible work history in transportation roadway/highway project engineering and design as well as be proficient in the utilization of highway engineering design standards and practices.


• In addition to project management skills, you will assist in managing a group of engineers and CAD designers to complete roadway design projects of different sizes and scope. 


• Develop and/or supervise the creation of engineering designs that meet client requirements. This includes defining the work scope, preparing the budget and schedule, planning the work, and reporting work status.


• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and CAD design/drafters.


•  Must be hands-on and responsive to developing and delivering project proposals.


• Oversee project designs ensuring compliance with all applicable codes, regulations and ordinances including DOTD specs.

Qualifications:

Position requires a BS or MS in Civil Engineering with a career track in transportation/roadway design. Large DOT projects and municipal project experience a must.  Louisiana & Mississippi PE required or ability to receive in 6 months.  Must have strong DOTD business development skills, team leadership skills, technical design experience and a desire to motivate and cultivate a professional transportation engineering staff.

This is an excellent opportunity to advance your career in a leadership role on challenging and rewarding high-profile infrastructure related projects with the world leader in transportation.

AECOM employees around the world enjoy a wide range of benefits and competitive compensation package.  AECOM is much more than just a place to work.  It's a place where you can put your innovative thinking and business skills into high gear and work alongside other highly intelligent and motivated people. It's a place where you can apply your skills to some of the world's most challenging, interesting, and meaningful projects world wide.  It's a place that values the diversity of our areas of practice and our people.  It's what makes AECOM a great place to work and grow.  Come grow with us!  For more information on AECOM, please visit our website at www.aecom.com. 

AECOM is an Equal Opportunity Employer.