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Transportation Engineering Market Lead - GP0002
Sioux Falls, SD, US
Source: Felsburg Holt & Ullevig careers · View original posting
- Employment
- full time
Employer job description
From Felsburg Holt & Ullevig's posting. “We” and “our” refer to the employer.
Felsburg Holt & Ullevig (FHU) is seeking an outstanding professional for this role and are prepared to provide a sign-on incentive for the candidate whose skills and experience best align with our needs. This role is ideal for a senior leader who brings strong technical expertise, a passion for building client relationships, and a proven ability to win and deliver work.
This individual will play a key role in shaping FHU’s growth in South Dakota, leading business development efforts, supporting project delivery, and providing leadership to local staff.
- Business Development & Client Leadership
- Lead business development efforts in the Sioux Falls region and South Dakota, with a focus on SDDOT and local agency clients
- Develop and execute a regional business development strategy aligned with FHU growth goals
- Build and maintain strong client relationships and actively position FHU for upcoming pursuits
- Lead or support proposals, interviews, and marketing strategies to secure new work
- Demonstrate the ability to win work and grow backlog
- Office & Team Leadership
- Provide day-to-day leadership within the Sioux Falls office, supporting staff development, hiring, and retention
- Partner with regional and technical leadership to set direction for growth and staffing
- Mentor and develop staff while fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment
- Support recruiting and help build a strong local team aligned with FHU culture
- Project Management & Technical Oversight
- Serve as Project Manager on transportation-related projects, including roadway, traffic, and planning efforts
- Oversee project scope, schedule, budget, and quality
- Provide technical guidance and QA/QC oversight on project deliverables
- Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery
- Maintain strong working relationships with SDDOT and support ongoing coordination efforts
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering
- Professional Engineer (PE) license in South Dakota, or ability to obtain within 6 months
- Minimum 10 years of experience in transportation engineering, traffic, planning, or civil design
- Demonstrated experience leading teams and managing staff
- Proven success in business development and winning work
- Experience working with South Dakota DOT
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with MicroStation OpenRoads or similar design tools
- Background in civil/roadway design, traffic engineering, or transportation planning.
- Experience working with local municipalities in the Sioux Falls region
- The pay for this position has a range of $150,000 - $185,000 annually. The actual offer will carefully consider a range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, and experience. In addition, we are currently offering a substantial sign-on bonus for this role.
- Application deadline: 10/30/2026
Benefits
- At FHU, we are committed to supporting our employees with competitive benefits, flexible programs, and opportunities for professional growth so our teams can thrive both personally and professionally.
- Our benefits package includes: Medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage, with FHU contributing a significant portion of premiums and covering 100% of the cost for some plans
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions for employees enrolled in the high-deductible health plan
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for healthcare and dependent care expenses
- Telehealth and mental health resources available at no cost to eligible employees
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering confidential counseling, legal, financial, and work-life support services
- Generous vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, and floating holidays
- Paid parental leave and adoption assistance programs
- 401(k) with immediate vesting on employer match and discretionary profit-sharing contributions
- Annual discretionary bonus opportunities based on company and individual performance
- Flexible schedules and remote work options depending on position and business needs
- Professional development opportunities including continuing education assistance, tuition reimbursement, professional society participation, and reimbursement for certifications and registration fees
- Opportunities to get involved through internal committees and employee-led groups
We are passionate about creating a workplace where employees feel supported, connected, and inspired by the work they do. From professional development opportunities to company-sponsored events and team activities throughout the year, we are committed to building a culture that celebrates employees and strengthens the communities we serve.
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