About this opportunity
Halff Associates, Inc. lists this Director (PE), Public Infrastructure, Baton Rouge, LA opportunity in baton rouge, Louisiana. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Director (PE), Public Infrastructure, Baton Rouge, LA
Halff is seeking a highly skilled Civil Engineering Director to join our Public Infrastructure team in Baton Rouge, LA. The ideal candidate will have 15+ years of experience in delivering public infrastructure utilities, local infrastructure and/or transportation projects, an established network of clients, and knowledge of established practices in regional clients' rotation lists, on‑calls and pre‑qualification pools in Louisiana. This position offers an excellent career development opportunity for someone looking to grow with Halff, with potential for not only business and personal growth, but ownership in the firm.
What you will do
Lead and manage multiple teams of engineers and/or other professional/technical staff within their discipline, providing guidance, mentorship, and support
Foster a collaborative and innovative work environment that promotes teamwork and professional growth
Set performance goals, conduct regular performance evaluations, and identify areas for improvement
Implement and uphold rigorous quality control processes to ensure project deliverables meet high-quality standards
Oversee the planning, design, and implementation of projects within their discipline, ensuring timely and cost-effective completion
Stay updated on the latest advancements in technologies and methodologies within the discipline and apply them to enhance project outcomes
Collaborate with business development teams to prepare proposals, presentations, and proposals for potential projects
Establish and maintain strong relationships with clients to understand their needs, address concerns, and identify new business opportunities
Develop and maintain a robust network of municipal clients and teaming partners
Identify potential projects within the region and initiate implementation strategies for successful awarding of new design contracts
Utilize a deep understanding of principles and best practices within the discipline, to guide project teams effectively
Develop project scopes, professional services fee development, and staff projections
Coordinate with clients, stakeholders, and project teams to understand project requirements and deliverables
Work in a collaborative team environment with multiple offices and various disciplines
Oversee large scale, complex, multi‑discipline projects
Drive sales growth, coach strong financial project performance, and monitor other key metrics
What you will need
Bachelor's or master's degree in civil engineering or ABET accredited equivalent engineering degree
Professional Engineer (P.E.) License in Louisiana
At least 15 years of experience in utility and public infrastructure design, local infrastructure, public works, municipal and Louisiana DOTD roadways, trails, drainage, and land development projects
Bentley OpenRoads and/or AutoCAD Civil 3D experience
Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with clients, team members, and stakeholders effectively
Servant leader mentality with strong ability to train and mentor staff
Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and guide diverse teams effectively
Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong client and teaming partner relationships in Louisiana
Demonstrable project wins as a key individual on the project team organizational chart
Proven track record of successfully managing and delivering projects of varying sizes and complexities within their discipline
The Halff Public Infrastructure Advantage
Diverse and interdisciplinary teams can manage projects from inception through completion
Halff's Context Sensitive Solutions (CSS) experts ensure projects are designed in a manner sensitive to the environment and its context, without cost increases
Our QA/QC Program is designed to achieve high-quality deliverables
Learn more about Halff's Public Infrastructure services, check out some of our projects, and meet our team
Halff Public Infrastructure Services
Public Infrastructure
Transportation/Roadway
Water and Wastewater Drainage
Water Resources
Facilities
Parks and Trails
Construction Management and Inspection
Asset Management
Traffic and ITS
SUE/Survey
Company Overview
Halff is a full‑service infrastructure consulting firm planned, designed, engineered, constructed - and purposed - for people. Since 1950, we've been creating smart solutions that improve lives and communities by turning ideas into reality. Halff was founded on a core tenet: Focus on people, treat them well, and success will follow. It's no wonder, then, that our employees and the culture they create result in our firm consistently being named a Top Workplace in America. Our industry‑leading professionals collaborate to meet tough challenges in creative ways. You can view Halff's full complement of services here. Halff has over 30 offices in Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Florida, Arkansas, Georgia and Arizona. For a full list of our locations, click here.
We offer excellent benefits, including but not limited to:
Medical, dental, prescription and life insurance
Long‑term and short‑term disability insurance
Paid time off (PTO) and 8 company paid holidays (and Veteran's Day for our veterans)
Traditional and Roth 401(k) plans
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Health Savings Account (HSA)
529 College Savings Plan
Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
Employee Assistance Plan
Click here for a more comprehensive list of Halff's benefits
Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.
Halff is a drug‑free workplace. This offer of employment is contingent upon the receipt of a clear drug screen and background check prior to your first day of employment. This position may be subject to random drug testing pursuant to federal regulations.
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Worksite address
baton rouge, LA, 70873, US
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