About the Company:
A nationally recognized transportation engineering and infrastructure consulting firm is seeking an experienced Transportation Regional Lead Transportation to support and grow its roadway and highway practice in the Seattle region. This is a full-time position with a flexible, hybrid work schedule. While the role does not require in-office presence every day, the ability to meet clients, attend local events, and engage with regional stakeholders is essential.
About the Role:
The firm is seeking a seasoned P.E. qualified engineer with 12-15 years of transportation engineering experience, particularly with state transportation agencies such as WSDOT or SDOT. The ideal candidate will bring a network of regional contacts and be capable of expanding their presence in roads/ highways and public works across the Seattle area and surrounding counties. The incoming PM will manage existing and upcoming roadway and civil projects, lead a small team, and help grow new business — supporting design, delivery, and client relationships.
Responsibilities:
Manage and deliver roadway and highway projects, ensuring compliance with agency standards, contract requirements, and project objectives.
Oversee project scope, budgets, schedules, and risk management while maintaining high-quality deliverables.
Lead, mentor, and coordinate a multidisciplinary team of roadway, traffic, and civil engineers across Washington.
Serve as a technical advisor to municipal and state agencies, ensuring clear communication and strong client satisfaction.
Support business development by leveraging regional relationships, preparing proposals, and attending client meetings and industry events.
Expand the firm's presence in the Seattle region by cultivating a book of business and building long-term client partnerships.
Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure seamless project execution from concept through final design.
Qualifications:
Licensed Professional Engineer (PE); Washington PE preferred.12–15+ years of experience in transportation engineering with a focus on roadway/highway projects.
Strong knowledge of Washington public-works agencies, including WSDOT and SDOT, municipal transportation departments, and county agencies.
Proven experience managing multidisciplinary engineering teams and delivering complex transportation projects.
Demonstrated business development ability and established regional client relationships.
Preferred Skills:
This role is well-suited for a transportation engineer who thrives in complex project environments, values collaborative leadership, and enjoys building strong client relationships across the Seattle region. If you're looking or a role that offers challenge, impact and room to grow we encourage you to apply!
What's in It for You:
Competitive base compensation.
Bonus and incentive structure tied to performance and business development.401(k) match and long-term compensation growth potential.
Flexible/hybrid work environment — balanced remote work and regional travel to engage with clients and projects.
Opportunity to lead and grow a regional team, shape the firm's presence in Western Washington, and influence major transportation infrastructure projects.
The chance to leverage and expand your network in the Seattle public‐works and transportation sphere
