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Director of Roadway/Civil Engineering, Assistant Vice President

United StatesUnited States·SpringfieldRegular Full Timeexecutive
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Key Responsibilities

Lead, manage and grow a team of professional staff, as well as coordinate with other departments as needed, to successfully achieve project,

Requirements Summary

Qualified candidates will have, at a minimum, a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related field Professional engineering license in VA is required 20+ years of civil engineering experience,

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Are we the road to your future?


We are currently searching for an experienced Director of Roadway/Civil Engineering, Assistant Vice President to support our Mid Atlantic Region located in Northern Virginia.
 

To be considered for this position, applicants must have, at minimum, a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related field.


What you’ll be doing:

  • Lead, manage and grow a team of professional staff, as well as coordinate with other departments as needed, to successfully achieve project, program and regional goals
  • Responsible for the senior management and oversight of roadway/civil contracts
  • Responsible for identifying and pursuing roadway project/contract opportunities for both standard and alternative delivery
  • Oversee and participate as needed in the design and review of all phases of roadway plan development for our various transportation projects

 

What you need to have:

  • Qualified candidates will have, at a minimum, a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related field
  • Professional engineering license in VA is required
  • 20+ years of civil engineering experience, along with staff management experience
  • Good verbal and written communication skills are required
  • Experience executing projects and supporting staff in a multi-disciplinary environment
  • Ability to lead, pursue and oversee multiple projects/contracts simultaneously
  • Strong problem resolution capabilities
  • Excellent client management skills
  • Requires good collaborative skills with a strong work ethic
  • The successful candidate will have experience in highway design including: Highway geometrics, grading and drainage, erosion and sediment control, storm water management, traffic control, signing and pavement marking, utility coordination, and right-of-way acquisition and construction plan development.
  • Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening to ensure a safe and productive work environment. Volkert adheres to federal guidelines, which may include testing for substances such as marijuana. Please note that federal regulations may differ from state-specific guidelines.
  • Valid driver’s license and a satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR)


Why Volkert?

 

Volkert is employee owned and a Top 100 design firm, committed to providing clients with creative solutions for sustainability, including improvements to infrastructure, the environment, and natural resources. Founded in 1925, Volkert is celebrating a century of serving our employees, clients, partners, and communities. At Volkert, we pride ourselves on providing all of our employees with competitive compensation, positive work/life balance, and professional development opportunities, as well as fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace in all of our offices nationwide.

 

Key Benefits:

  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • Medical, Dental, & Vision
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matching
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
  • Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance
  • Employer-Paid short-term disability and long-term disability
  • Wellness incentives
  • Student Debt Retirement Match
  • Additional voluntary benefits



The words from our Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, Thomas A. Hand, PE, capture best how you can make an impact while working for Volkert.


For a century, Volkert has done meaningful work that improves our infrastructure and quality of life throughout our communities. We are proud of our one-hundred-year legacy and humbled by the opportunities ahead of us as we look forward to our next century of service. With our commitment to employee ownership and sustainable growth, you can build a career here that really makes a difference.”

– Thomas A. Hand, PE, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer


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Volkert does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies or fee-based recruitment services.


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Location & Eligibility

Where is the job
Springfield, United States
On-site at the office
Who can apply
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Posted
June 16, 2026
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June 16, 2026
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About UsDirector of Roadway/Civil Engineering, Assistant Vice President