Principal Transportation Engineer
Location: Nashville, Tennessee
Country: United States
Category: Engineering
Workplace Location: Onsite
Employment Type: Direct Hire/Perm
Posted Date: August 27, 2026
Job ID: 651343
Job Description
As a Principal Transportation Engineer you will lead the growth and direction of our transportation practice in Tennessee. You will manage key projects while developing and strengthening client relationships. This senior leadership role blends technical oversight, team development, and business strategy to deliver transportation solutions that enhance safety, mobility, and long-term community resilience.
Your Responsibilities
Project Leadership:
- Serve as principal-in-charge on complex transportation projects, including roadway, corridor, and multimodal infrastructure initiatives.
- Oversee project delivery, ensuring design quality, budget and schedule adherence, and technical excellence.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated solutions that align with client needs and community goals.
- Client Engagement & Business Development:
- Lead client engagement efforts, particularly with TDOT and local municipalities.
- Identify new opportunities and support pursuit strategies and proposal development.
- Represent Company at industry events and serve as a visible leader in the regional transportation market.
- Team Development & Mentorship:
- Guide and mentor engineering staff, providing oversight, training, and career development support.
- Support staffing plans and hiring efforts as the Tennessee transportation practice continues to grow.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
- Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Tennessee or ability to obtain within 6 months.
- Minimum of 15 years of experience in transportation engineering, including 5+ years in a leadership role.
- Strong understanding of TDOT standards, funding programs, and project delivery processes.
- Proven experience managing transportation infrastructure projects and leading multidisciplinary teams.
- Demonstrated success in client development, relationship management, and regional market growth.
- Working knowledge in design software such as MicroStation, OpenRoads Designer, and other transportation tools.
- Excellent communication, strategic thinking, and leadership skills.
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