Transportation Design Manager

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee transportation engineering projects, including roadway, highway, tollway, drainage, and related infrastructure improvements
• Lead project teams through all phases of design and delivery, from concept development through final plans, specifications, and estimates (PS&E)
• Prepare and review engineering calculations, technical reports, construction plans, and project specifications
• Coordinate with internal disciplines, including civil, structural, electrical, and environmental teams
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, agencies, and stakeholders throughout project execution
• Ensure projects are completed on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with applicable standards and regulations
• Mentor and develop junior engineers and designers while promoting technical excellence and quality control
• Support proposal development, project pursuits, and business development initiatives
• Participate in project planning, resource allocation, and workload forecasting
• Maintain a strong understanding of industry standards, agency requirements, and transportation design best practices
• Develop and expand client relationships to identify new business opportunities, support proposal and pursuit efforts, and contribute to the continued growth of Valdes' transportation engineering practice

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited university (required)
• Minimum of 7 years of transportation engineering and design experience
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain PE licensure within one year of hire
• Experience designing transportation infrastructure projects including roadways, highways, tollways, drainage systems, and grading & site development
• Proficiency with transportation design software such as MicroStation, OpenRoads Designer, Civil 3D, or similar platforms
• Strong understanding of transportation engineering principles, design standards, and project delivery processes
• Excellent communication, leadership, and client relationship management skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Experience working on projects for the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) and/or Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT).
• Previous experience leading project teams and mentoring engineering staff
• Familiarity with Midwest transportation agency standards, permitting requirements, and funding programs
• Experience supporting project pursuits, client development, and transportation practice growth
• Must possess exceptional interpersonal and organizational skills
• Must be able to work in the US without sponsorship now or in the future

What You'll Bring

• Strong technical expertise in transportation design and project delivery
• A collaborative leadership style with the ability to guide and develop team members
• A commitment to quality, innovation, and client service
• The ability to build lasting relationships with clients, agency representatives, and project stakeholders

Why Join Valdes?

• Opportunity to help grow and shape a transportation practice within an established multidisciplinary firm
• Exposure to diverse transportation and infrastructure projects
• Collaborative culture with opportunities for career advancement and leadership development
• Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and flexible work arrangements
 

Join Valdes Architecture & Engineering and help deliver the transportation infrastructure that keeps communities connected and moving forward.