Burgess & Niple
Transportation Business Leader
Akron, Ohio, United States · Mentor, Ohio, United States
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- Mid level
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- 28 Sept 2026
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For more than a century, Burgess & Niple has helped communities strengthen the infrastructure that supports everyday life. Our teams combine technical expertise with a commitment to improving quality of life, safety and sustainability. At B&N, that legacy shapes meaningful careers. You will collaborate on projects that make a difference, grow alongside experienced teams and contribute to work that has lasting impact.
Join a nationally recognized civil engineering firm and take the lead in building something meaningful. As our Transportation Business Leader, you’ll have the autonomy, resources, and platform to grow a thriving transportation practice across the region. This is more than a leadership role; it is an opportunity to shape a market, strengthen client partnerships, develop future leaders, and create lasting impact through transportation solutions that move communities forward. If you are energized by building relationships, identifying opportunities, developing people, and turning vision into measurable growth, this role offers the chance to make your mark.
What You'll Do
Create and execute a growth strategy for transportation engineering practice, identify new markets, pursuits, and partnerships while deepening trusted client relationships
Serve as a visible market leader who brings ideas forward, opens doors, and helps position the firm for long-term success in the region
Lead and support project delivery with a strong focus on client experience, technical quality, collaboration, and successful outcomes
Build a financially strong and sustainable practice by managing budgets, schedules, risk, performance, and growth goals
Develop, mentor, and empower project managers and engineers, creating opportunities for others to grow alongside the practice
Foster collaboration across local and regional offices, connecting people, ideas, and technical expertise to deliver exceptional work
Encourage staff engagement in professional societies, networking, and industry leadership to expand visibility and strengthen relationships
Represent the firm as an established transportation leader at client meetings, industry events, professional organizations, and strategic pursuits
Skills & Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Marketing, Business Administration, or another applicable field required
15+ years of transportation engineering experience, including a strong understanding of project delivery from pursuit through completion
Proven ability to grow business, develop opportunities, and maintain a strong network of client and industry relationships in the transportation sector
Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to guide, mentor, and inspire technical staff at varying levels of experience
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to connect with clients, teams, and industry partners
Entrepreneurial, self-directed mindset with the confidence to take initiative, make connections, and turn opportunities into results
Servant leadership approach grounded in collaboration, integrity, innovation, excellence, and a commitment to developing others
Learn More
To learn more about B&N, our culture and what we offer, visit: www.burgessniple.com/careers/perks-culture
Burgess & Niple is an Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, age, national origin, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Click here to view our Equal Employment Opportunity & Affirmative Action Policy Statement.
Notice to Recruiting Agencies
Burgess & Niple partners with external recruiting firms on a limited, as-needed basis. These relationships are coordinated through our Human Resources (HR) team. Recruiting firms may submit candidates only through an active, approved agreement with Burgess & Niple HR. Resumes submitted without such an agreement, including those sent directly to hiring managers or employees, will be considered unsolicited and ineligible for placement fees. Click here
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