Highway Regional Practice Center Leader
Imagine being an employee-owner of a company guided by engaged and empowered team members like yourself. Where a culture of respect, flexibility, and accountability aren't just ideals - they're our foundation, and diverse backgrounds and perspectives are valued as drivers of innovation and growth. Join us, as together, we are Building a Better World for All of Us®.
You Belong at SEH
SEH is currently searching for a Highway Regional Practice Center Leader to join our talented Transportation team!
Why our employee-ownerslove SEH:
- Collaborate on amazing projects of varying size and complexity that positively impact communities
- Being 100% employee-owned means we all share in the company's success
- Career development through continued education, licensure/certification, skills, and technical training
- Work arrangements that promote work/life balance
- Flexible holidays enable individuals to tailor their festivities
- Paid Family Leave provides time to care for loved ones, whether family by birth or family by choice
This Opportunity:
SEH is seeking a seasoned and visionary Regional Practice Center Leader to guide, grow, and advance our Highway Engineering, Traffic Engineering, and Construction Services practice across Arizona and Colorado. This leader will drive strategic direction, operational excellence, client satisfaction, and team development within the region. The role requires a strategic thinker with deep industry knowledge and a strong ability to shape high-performing engineering teams.
Location Requirements:
- Position is based in the Phoenix, AZ metro area.
- Regional travel between Arizona, Colorado, and other mountain west states is anticipated.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide strategic and visionary leadership for the regional practice center.
- Align practice center initiatives with SEH's mission, goals, and long-term growth strategy.
- Mentor and develop a multidisciplinary team of engineers; foster a collaborative, high-performance culture.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for key clients, ensuring exceptional service delivery.
- Build and sustain strong relationships with Arizona DOT, Colorado DOT and other critical Local and State agency partners.
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities in Arizona and Colorado.
- Partner with marketing and business development teams to expand the client base and regional footprint.
- Manage budgeting, resource planning, forecasting, and financial reporting for the practice center.
- Ensure the practice center meets financial targets and aligns with SEH performance expectations.
- Implement operational best practices and ensure compliance with industry regulations and SEH policies.
- Build and grow engineering teams in the southwest united states, focused on Arizona and Colorado, including talent development and succession planning.
- Promote continuous learning and professional development opportunities for staff.
Essential Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in civil engineering.
- Progressive engineering experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
- Demonstrated experience working with or for the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) is preferred.
- Proven track record of building and leading engineering teams.
- Strong understanding of industry trends, challenges, and opportunities in regional infrastructure and transportation sectors.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Financial acumen, with experience managing budgets and operational performance.
Preferred Qualifications:
- 15+ years of experience.
- Visionary leadership style with strong strategic thinking capabilities.
- High level of integrity, professionalism, and commitment to excellence.
- Ability to manage competing priorities and perform under pressure.
Who We Are
Better Places. Clean Water. Renewing Infrastructure. Improving Mobility. SEH is an employee-owned engineering, architectural, planning, and environmental company, offering a wide variety of services. We've been helping government, industrial, and commercial clients find solutions to complex challenges since 1927. Our 900+ employee-owners across the US unite behind our core purpose of Building a Better World for All of Us®.
Base compensation is expected to be in the range of $150k and $175k based on skill set and experience. Check out our full benefits package at SEH Hiring Journey.
Due to current business and operational considerations, unable to hire employees residing in the following states at this time: AK, AR, CA, CT, DE, HI, KY, MA, RI, VT, and PR. Candidates willing to relocate should indicate this in their application.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future.
SEH is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We take affirmative action to ensure that all employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply.
Highway Regional Practice Center Leader
Imagine being an employee-owner of a company guided by engaged and empowered team members like yourself. Where a culture of respect, flexibility, and accountability aren't just ideals - they're our foundation, and diverse backgrounds and perspectives are valued as drivers of innovation and growth. Join us, as together, we are Building a Better World for All of Us®.
You Belong at SEH
SEH is currently searching for a Highway Regional Practice Center Leader to join our talented Transportation team!
Why our employee-ownerslove SEH:
- Collaborate on amazing projects of varying size and complexity that positively impact communities
- Being 100% employee-owned means we all share in the company's success
- Career development through continued education, licensure/certification, skills, and technical training
- Work arrangements that promote work/life balance
- Flexible holidays enable individuals to tailor their festivities
- Paid Family Leave provides time to care for loved ones, whether family by birth or family by choice
This Opportunity:
SEH is seeking a seasoned and visionary Regional Practice Center Leader to guide, grow, and advance our Highway Engineering, Traffic Engineering, and Construction Services practice across Arizona and Colorado. This leader will drive strategic direction, operational excellence, client satisfaction, and team development within the region. The role requires a strategic thinker with deep industry knowledge and a strong ability to shape high-performing engineering teams.
Location Requirements:
- Position is based in the Phoenix, AZ metro area.
- Regional travel between Arizona, Colorado, and other mountain west states is anticipated.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide strategic and visionary leadership for the regional practice center.
- Align practice center initiatives with SEH's mission, goals, and long-term growth strategy.
- Mentor and develop a multidisciplinary team of engineers; foster a collaborative, high-performance culture.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for key clients, ensuring exceptional service delivery.
- Build and sustain strong relationships with Arizona DOT, Colorado DOT and other critical Local and State agency partners.
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities in Arizona and Colorado.
- Partner with marketing and business development teams to expand the client base and regional footprint.
- Manage budgeting, resource planning, forecasting, and financial reporting for the practice center.
- Ensure the practice center meets financial targets and aligns with SEH performance expectations.
- Implement operational best practices and ensure compliance with industry regulations and SEH policies.
- Build and grow engineering teams in the southwest united states, focused on Arizona and Colorado, including talent development and succession planning.
- Promote continuous learning and professional development opportunities for staff.
Essential Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in civil engineering.
- Progressive engineering experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
- Demonstrated experience working with or for the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) is preferred.
- Proven track record of building and leading engineering teams.
- Strong understanding of industry trends, challenges, and opportunities in regional infrastructure and transportation sectors.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Financial acumen, with experience managing budgets and operational performance.
Preferred Qualifications:
- 15+ years of experience.
- Visionary leadership style with strong strategic thinking capabilities.
- High level of integrity, professionalism, and commitment to excellence.
- Ability to manage competing priorities and perform under pressure.
Who We Are
Better Places. Clean Water. Renewing Infrastructure. Improving Mobility. SEH is an employee-owned engineering, architectural, planning, and environmental company, offering a wide variety of services. We've been helping government, industrial, and commercial clients find solutions to complex challenges since 1927. Our 900+ employee-owners across the US unite behind our core purpose of Building a Better World for All of Us®.
Base compensation is expected to be in the range of $150k and $175k based on skill set and experience. Check out our full benefits package at SEH Hiring Journey.
Due to current business and operational considerations, unable to hire employees residing in the following states at this time: AK, AR, CA, CT, DE, HI, KY, MA, RI, VT, and PR. Candidates willing to relocate should indicate this in their application.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future.
SEH is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We take affirmative action to ensure that all employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply.
