Senior Transportation Manager

We're looking for a dynamic professional to lead day-to-day operations, drive business development, and ensure the timely delivery of both technical and administrative projects with a focus on Eastern PA.  Are you ready to take charge and make an impact? 

*This is a remote position, however only applicants that reside near Harrisburg, Allentown, or Philadelphia will be considered*

Who We Are:

Fisher Associates, P.E., L.S., L.A., D.P.C. is a consulting engineering and professional services firm serving the Transportation, Land Development and Energy market sectors. Our comprehensive services include landscape architecture, planning, engineering, environmental, survey, GIS and construction representation. We are headquartered in Rochester NY, with eight offices throughout NY, PA and TX.

Why a Career with Fisher Associates?

• Be Heard, Be Valued: Our leadership team is accessible and welcomes your feedback and ideas.
• There is No “I” in Team: Every team member matters and contributes to our success by owning their role on the team. Contribute your creative ideas and expertise to our exceptional groups.
• Transparency Matters: We keep you informed with frequent communications and quarterly financial reviews.
• Long-Term Client Relationships: Our goal is to build long-lasting client relationships while delivering high-quality solutions.
• Community Service: We are passionate about giving back and creating a legacy of service that improves equity, access, dignity and joy for members of our diverse communities.
• Work on Local Projects: Experience the positive change you create in our own community.
• Diverse Project Opportunities: The diverse comprehensive services we offer translate into challenging and engaging learning & growth opportunities.
• Growth is Your Journey: Advance your career with clearly defined career paths, tuition assistance and ongoing training to support your professional goals.
• Competitive Salary & Benefits: Fisher offers a competitive benefit package, immediate enrollment in our 401k plan

Salary Range: $120,000-$150,000 annually

 Actual compensation may vary based on relevant experience, qualifications/education, and other factors. The salary range is not necessarily reflective of the actual total compensation that may be earned nor promises any specific pay for any specific employee. Salary range excludes monetary value of benefits.

Responsibilities:

The primary function of this role is responsible for, but not limited to the following:

• Project Management including managing and facilitating all communications on assigned projects with internal and external customers and suppliers.
• Management of design staff and projects
• Management of proposals, project budgets, schedule, scope and invoicing process from start to finish
• Attend Marketing Business Development meetings for Transportation Sector
• Maintaining positive client relationships, understanding project requirements and facilitating all deliverables to ensure an outstanding customer experience using Clientship Philosophy.
• Continuous business development efforts for work in the Transportation sector
• Provide QA/QC on work

  Supervisory/leadership Duties

• Model standards for professional performance that are in accordance with the company’s Mission, Vision, and Core Values.
• Ability to manage a team across the geographies in which we have staff.
• Oversee the work of teams on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Coordinate and prioritize work of direct reports and team members.
• Set clear expectations and deadlines.
• Engage in both scheduled and in-the-moment communication with direct reports to evaluate performance, set and monitor goals, provide clear and respectful feedback.
• Participates in conversations with employees to understand career goals, determine career paths, skill set development plans and training/learning opportunities.
• Act as a coach by consistently counseling others in an inspiring way to develop skills to enhance their productivity or overcome challenges; does not criticize others or solve their' problems for them.
• Act as a mentor by consistently sharing their knowledge and experience and providing advice and direction to others to help them progress in their careers.
• Able to critically think through complex business problems, align solutions with corporate goals and plan for the future.

Education & Experience

• B.S. degree in Civil Engineering
• 15+ years transportation design and project management experience
• Professional Engineering License or ability to obtain PE license
• Prior staff management preferred.
• Client relationship and business development 
• Experience with MS Office programs

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Exhibit behaviors that align with the Fisher Values: Aspire to Excellence, Teamwork and Respect, Owning our Results and Empowered Employees.
• Establish and maintain strong client relationships adhering to the Fisher Clientship philosophy.
• Aspire to excellence, consistently seek to improve, and demonstrate high-quality work at all levels.
• Team player: collaborate effectively at all levels; treat coworkers, clients, and vendors with respect in all interactions; seek to listen effectively, understand others, and build trust.
• Own and accept responsibility for results.
• Honest, transparent, and trustworthy.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and eager to learn.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to consistently demonstrate sound judgement.
• Excellent and professional communication skills both written and verbal.
• Excellent organizational, project management and time management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Exhibit flexibility with assignments, workflow, or project changes
• Listen and respond to feedback in a positive manner.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office products, including Outlook, Word and Excel

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Fisher Associates does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, race, creed, color, national origin (including ancestry), religion, gender or sex, sexual orientation (including transgender status, gender identity or expression), pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), disability, reproductive health decision making (including, but not limited to, the decision to use or access a particular drug, device, or medical service), marital status, partnership status, caregiver status, domestic violence victim status, familial status, military status, unemployment status, genetic information (including genetic characteristics), citizenship or immigration status, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local laws.