Managing Director - Long Beach, United States - TranSystems Corporation

TranSystems Corporation

Verified Company

Long Beach, United States

1 week ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

Overview:

We are excited to share once again TranSystems has been recognized as a top 100 design firm by Engineering News-Record in 2023.

For more than 50 years, TranSystems has committed to a mission of performing engineering and architectural planning, design, and construction solution services in a manner that is both safe and in compliance with all applicable regulatory and client requirements.

At TranSystems, we have established and continue to nurture a culture that is committed to providing quality services for our clients.

We're looking for top talent to grow with our firm.

Responsibilities:

What you'll be challenged to do:

The Managing Director is responsible for driving the success and growth of right-of-way services, ensuring alignment with TranSystems overall strategic plan.

This role oversees multiple disciplines, develops, and executes business plans, manages financial performance, builds client relationships, and provides leadership to foster a high-performing team.

Primary Responsibilities (others may be included):

Manage and support local leaders/project managers/team leaders to ensure consistent, high-quality delivery of right-of-way services across acquisition, relocation, appraisal, utility coordination, and related areas.
Develop and implement business plans that align with company strategy, focusing on key markets, clients, and service offerings.
Monitor and optimize financial performance of operations, including revenue, profitability, utilization, budgeting, forecasting, and expense management.
Build and maintain strong client relationships through effective account management, business development, and service delivery.
Drive growth by identifying and pursuing new business opportunities, leading proposals, and securing contracts.
Foster a positive, collaborative, and highperforming work environment that attracts, develops, and retains top rightofway talent.
Provide coaching, guidance, and performance management to team members, promoting their professional growth and development.
Ensure teams have the necessary resources, tools, and support to successfully execute projects and meet client expectations.
Collaborate with regional leaders and corporate leaders (e.g., HR, finance, marketing, IT) to share best practices, optimize resource utilization, and drive overall company performance.
Keep senior management informed of performance, opportunities, risks, and issues, providing timely and effective communication and reporting.
Stay current on industry trends, regulations, and best practices related to rightofway, incorporating insights into strategy and operations.
Lead by example and uphold TranSystems' core values: All-In Always, Passionate Problem Solvers, Driven to Server.

Qualifications:

What you bring to our firm:

Expertise in all aspects of right-of-way services, including:
Property acquisition and negotiation strategies for various project types (e.g., transportation, utilities, public works).
Relocation assistance programs and compliance with state and federal regulations (e.g., Uniform Act).
Appraisal methodologies, standards (e.g., USPAP), and valuation considerations for different property types.
Utility coordination and conflict resolution for projects involving utility relocations.
Rightofway engineering, surveying, and mapping.
Eminent domain processes and procedures.
Project planning, budgeting, and scheduling for rightofway activities.
Knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards (e.g., Uniform Act, FHWA, FTA, state DOTs).
Experience managing complex, highprofile rightofway projects for public and private sector clients.
Proven ability to develop and implement effective rightofway strategies that minimize project risks, delays, and costs.
Strong understanding of real estate principles, valuation, and market dynamics.
Familiarity with rightofway project management software, databases, and tools.
Actively engages multiple perspectives when solving problems, seeks to learn from peers, and encourages reciprocal learning among team members.
Actively advocates for full inclusion in the workplace, fostering an environment that welcomes diversity and values equity for all employees, partners, clients, and the communities that TranSystems serves.

What we'd prefer for you to bring to our firm:

Bachelor's degree in real estate, business, engineering, or related field. Advanced degree preferred.
Minimum 15 years of progressive experience in the rightofway industry, including 10+ years in leadership roles.
Rightofway certification (e.g., SR/WA, R/W-RAC, R/W-NAC) strongly preferred.
Proven track record of successfully managing and growing rightofway services.
Excellent financial acumen, business development skills, and operational management abilities.
Strong leadership and talent development experience, with the ability to coach and mentor tea