Vice President of Transportation Consultancy Project Delivery

Job title:

Vice President of Transportation Consultancy Project Delivery

Company

Keller Executive Search

Job description

We are a forward-thinking transportation and infrastructure consulting firm with locations throughout Canada, the USA, and Mexico. Our mission is to partner with public, private, and nonprofit organizations to help shape the future of transportation, infrastructure, and the communities we serve. With our expertise in strategy, advisory, planning, and design, we empower our clients to achieve impactful results and surpass both their financial and strategic objectives.Job SummaryAs the Vice President of Project Delivery, you will be essential in overseeing the successful execution of transportation consulting projects. Your focus will be on delivering high-quality outcomes for our clients while promoting operational efficiency and excellence. As a member of our senior leadership team, you will lead the sales and delivery efforts for consulting projects across various clients and sectors.Key Responsibilities

• Guide and inspire project delivery teams with clear strategic leadership
• Creatively develop and tailor service offerings that meet our clients’ unique needs
• Steer and support the successful execution of transportation consulting projects
• Define the overall approach and offerings for our service lines
• Ensure that projects are completed on schedule, within budget, and uphold the highest quality standards
• Keep an eye on project performance and proactively tackle any potential risks
• Standardize our delivery methodologies to promote consistency and efficiency
• Create effective go-to-market and sales strategies
• Establish and nurture long-term relationships with clients to encourage repeat business
• Implement industry best practices, tools, and metrics to elevate project management
• Lead initiatives for continuous improvement to refine delivery processes
• Monitor project performance throughout the entire delivery lifecycle
• Manage project budgets to ensure profitability and optimal allocation of resources
• Enhance project margins
• Develop and implement a solid project delivery strategy
• Share valuable insights on new business opportunities, proposals, and contracts

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in a related field is required, with a Master’s degree being a plus!
• We’re looking for candidates with over 10 years of experience in project delivery, including at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• A proven history of successfully managing large-scale and complex transportation consulting projects is essential.
• You should have extensive experience in project work and a strong track record of technical excellence.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies such as Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall is key.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills are a must!
• Proficient use of project management software and tools will be important in this role.

Desired Attributes

• A strategic thinker who puts clients first.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, capable of juggling multiple priorities.
• Strong financial insight, analytical skills, and a solid understanding of business dynamics.
• Ability to adapt in fast-paced, changing business environments.

Benefits

• Compensation: Attractive salary range of $220,000 to $280,000
• Benefits: A robust benefits package featuring 401(k) plans and healthcare coverage
• Work Arrangement: Flexible hybrid work model
• Travel Requirements: Up to 30% travel

Equal Employment Opportunity and Non-Discrimination PolicyEqual Employment Opportunity Statement: Both Keller Executive Search and our clients are Equal Opportunity Employers. For all positions, whether with Keller Executive Search or our clients, qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, skin color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.Commitment to Diversity: Keller Executive Search and its clients are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where all individuals are valued and respected.

Reasonable Accommodations: Both Keller Executive Search and our clients are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and pregnant individuals. We engage in an interactive process to determine effective, reasonable accommodations.Compensation Information: For client positions, compensation information is available in the job post. If not provided, it will be shared during the interview process in accordance with applicable laws. When required by law, salary ranges will be included in job postings. Actual salary may depend on skills, experience, and comparison to current employees in similar roles. Salary ranges may vary based on role and location.Compliance with Laws: Both Keller Executive Search and our clients comply with federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all employment terms and conditions, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.Workplace Harassment: Both Keller Executive Search and our clients expressly prohibit any form of workplace harassment based on race, skin color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.E-Verify Participation: Keller Executive Search and/or our clients may participate in E-Verify. Information about E-Verify participation will be provided during the application process where applicable.Privacy and Pay Equity:

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Veteran Status: Both Keller Executive Search and our clients provide equal employment opportunities to veterans and comply with applicable state laws regarding veteran preference in employment. If you are a veteran, please inform us during the application process.Genetic Information: In accordance with federal and state laws, both Keller Executive Search and our clients do not discriminate based on genetic information. We do not request or require genetic information from applicants or employees, except as permitted by law.Local Laws: Both Keller Executive Search and our clients comply with all applicable local laws and ordinances regarding employment practices in the areas where we operate.Note: This job posting may be for a position with Keller Executive Search or one of our clients. The specific employer will be identified during the application and interview process. Employment laws and requirements may vary depending on the employer and location.

Expected salary

Location

New York City, NY

Job date

Fri, 21 Mar 2025 23:56:41 GMT

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