Transportation Engineering Sales Director

Woolpert offers a clear path to leadership in the Texas transportation market, anchored by ownership potential through the Principal program, a flexible work culture, and a comprehensive benefits package that supports health, retirement, and ongoing development. This onsite role in Houston places you at the center of strategy and client impact, with a competitive salary range of $125,300 to $208,800 per year. You’ll drive growth in roadway design, bridge programs, traffic engineering, and transportation planning, while collaborating with national delivery resources to expand Woolpert’s Texas presence.

Benefits

• Freedom to Work program: Set your own schedule and location where appropriate.
• Principal program: Path to becoming a firm owner.
• Flexible paid time off and vacation policy: Take time when it makes sense for you and your team.
• Career development: Broad opportunities for growth across industries.
• Health, life, vision, and dental insurance: Comprehensive coverage for your wellbeing.
• Paid sick time
• Retirement plan
• Fitness reimbursement
• Pet insurance
• Identity protection
• Technology stipend
• Employee assistance program

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a robust pipeline of opportunities with a diverse client base.
• Extend the Texas footprint beyond TxDOT to cities and counties.
• Strengthen existing client relationships to surface additional projects across service lines and the firm.
• Shape strategic pursuits and teaming arrangements to win work.
• Identify and cultivate new client connections aligned with the service line focus and overall strategy.
• Drive sustained revenue growth for Texas transportation initiatives.
• Promote Woolpert as an industry leader to both new and existing clients in the market and services.
• Assist project managers in negotiating project schedule, fees, scope, and contract terms as needed.
• Mentor project managers in sales activities, client introductions, and interview coaching.
• Leverage national delivery capabilities to support project execution.

Requirements

• BA/BS with 15 years of related experience, or MA/MS with 10 years of related experience.
• Established relationships within TxDOT and/or local agencies.
• Current professional registration, if applicable.
• Accountable for approximately $10 million in annual sales.
• A track record of winning and delivering on projects.
• Ability to think beyond the next pursuit and pursue strategic growth.
• A desire to build, lead, and make a lasting impact.
• Willingness to travel to meet the needs of the practice area.
• Enterprising, innovative, proactive management approach with demonstrated leadership ability.
• Applicants must have work authorization for the country where the job is located.

Find out more about what Woolpert has to offer here: http://woolpert.com/about-us/