Vice President - PE - Transportation Engineering – St. Louis, MO

Job Title: Vice President, Transportation Engineering

Location: St. Louis, MO

ABNA ENGINEERING, INC. (ABNA), a Missouri Corporation, regarded as a full-service engineering,

surveying and construction management firm. The firm has grown steadily in size and capability

since its founding in 1994, and today employs more than 65 professionals in our regional offices.

ABNA has attracted a full complement of highly experienced, talented, and dedicated professionals

who bring a collaborative, integrated team approach to our clients’ projects.

ABNA experience includes work on highways, freeways, rail, transit, airports, ports, schools,

universities, facilities, water, wastewater, bridges, and roadways. Our client list includes federal

agencies, state agencies, regional agencies, and private clients. ABNA has broad experience and

expertise in engineering design, survey/GIS project management and Construction management

services.

The ABNA culture is rooted in the values of Trust, Family, Diversity, Passion & leadership, allegiance,

quality service, safety and integrity, which is a commitment shared by all ABNA employees

throughout our offices and project sites. We have a positive impact on the communities we serve by

not only improving infrastructure, but also providing beneficial service at a reasonable cost to the

taxpayer. At ABNA, we value each employee and the importance of their contributions toward

quality improvement and the success of the firm.

POSITION DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

ABNA is seeking a Vice President of Transportation Engineering to lead project delivery within the

highway, bridge, rail, transit, and aviation sectors. This role involves providing multi-sector

leadership to guarantee Transportation engineering subject matter, technical deliverables of

infrastructure projects and programs are delivered with a level of quality that meets or exceeds

acceptable industry standards for design, safety, and functionality. Responsible for Subject Matter

Expert (SME) innovation and administration, ensuring corporate compliance with all Local, State,

and Federal engineering, construction, and safety regulations, and providing strategic and

consistent direction to address current and future challenges in a large-scale and multi-faceted

business organization.

Leadership and Strategy

• Provide strategic leadership for the design, implementation, and administration of

engineering discipline projects and programs.

• Drive the overall long-term strategy, growth, and pipeline development of ABNA’s

engineering work, focusing on infrastructure opportunities across planning, design, and

program management.

• Oversee and align the internal vision and mission for the engineering discipline with ABNA’s

business operations strategy.

• Represent ABNA at industry forums and act as a liaison with Federal, State, and Local

Agencies, clients, and subcontractors.

• Develop and maintain high-level business contacts to identify opportunities for ABNA’s

engineering services.

Project Management and Technical Oversight

• Lead large-scale and complex civil engineering projects, ensuring timely and quality

delivery.

• Supervise project planning, including budget preparation, resource allocation, and

performance monitoring.

• Oversee technical aspects of contract negotiation, presentations, and meetings.

• Drive the use of advanced engineering techniques and practices to deliver future-ready

solutions.

• Interpret and summarize data from reports and complex projects to provide sound

engineering and regulatory conclusions.

Business Development

• Pursue and develop business opportunities in infrastructure sectors, securing contracts for

large-scale projects.

• Lead and contribute to the preparation of proposals, bids, and client presentations.

• Cross-sell ABNA’s capabilities to existing and potential clients to expand the company’s

footprint.

• Foster relationships with clients and stakeholders to enhance ABNA’s reputation and

secure repeat business.

Operations and Financial Management

• Ensure the profitable performance of projects by monitoring hours, expenses, and budgets.

• Drive accountability for financial metrics across the engineering discipline to meet

profitability goals.

• Supervise subcontractors, contract work, and employees to optimize project execution and

resource allocation.

• Manage performance metrics to ensure projects remain on schedule and within budget.

• Generate a minimum revenue at three times the labor cost of the department

Compliance and Standards

• Drive compliance and accountability with Federal, State, and Local

engineering/design/construction laws, codes, and regulatory requirements.

• Ensure all projects maintain necessary certifications, accreditations, and client value

ratings.

• Oversee the integration of ethical decision-making, environmental sustainability, and safety

standards within all project phases.

Staff Development and Growth

• Lead engineering discipline meetings and provide continuing educational opportunities for

staff.

• Mentor and provide performance guidance to managers and staff, fostering professional

growth.

• Encourage innovation and quality improvement within the team through training and

process optimization.

• Develop a robust leadership pipeline by mentoring staff for higher responsibilities.

• Collaborate across disciplines to foster teamwork and enhance overall project quality