Highway Regional Practice Center Leader
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
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About SEH
Imagine being an employee-owner of a company guided by engaged and empowered team members. At SEH, a culture of respect, flexibility, and accountability isn't just an ideal—it's our foundation. Diverse backgrounds and perspectives are valued as drivers of innovation and growth. Since 1927, we have been helping government, industrial, and commercial clients find solutions to complex challenges in engineering, architecture, planning, and environmental services. Our 900+ employee-owners across the US unite behind our core purpose: Building a Better World for All of Us®.
Being 100% employee-owned means we all share in the company's success. Our team members often cite the entrepreneurial spirit, the genuine care from leadership, and the feeling that their voice matters as key reasons they love working here. We foster an environment where colleagues support one another, ensuring work/life balance and providing resources for continuous growth and learning.
About the Role
SEH is seeking a seasoned and visionary Highway Regional Practice Center Leader to join our talented Transportation team. This role is designed to guide, grow, and advance our Highway Engineering, Traffic Engineering, and Construction Services practice across Arizona and Colorado.
As a leader in this position, you will drive strategic direction, operational excellence, and client satisfaction while shaping high-performing engineering teams. You will serve as the primary point of contact for key clients, building strong relationships with agencies like the Arizona and Colorado Departments of Transportation. Beyond client relations, you will identify new business opportunities, manage financial oversight, and mentor a multidisciplinary team to foster a collaborative, high-performance culture. This is an opportunity to make a tangible impact on communities by improving mobility and renewing infrastructure in the Southwest.
Location and Work Model
This position is based in the Phoenix, AZ metro area. The role requires regional travel between Arizona, Colorado, and other Mountain West states to support project delivery and team development.
Hiring Process
Candidates interested in this opportunity should submit their application through our hiring portal. Please note that due to current business considerations, we are unable to hire employees residing in certain states (including AK, AR, CA, CT, DE, HI, KY, MA, RI, VT, and PR) at this time. 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.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
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.
Work location
Work model: On-site
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Key Responsibilities
- check_circleProvide strategic and visionary leadership for the regional practice center
- check_circleAlign practice center initiatives with company mission and long-term growth strategy
- check_circleServe as primary point of contact for key clients to ensure exceptional service delivery
- check_circleBuild and sustain strong relationships with Arizona DOT, Colorado DOT, and other agency partners
- check_circleIdentify and pursue new business opportunities in Arizona and Colorado
- check_circleManage budgeting, resource planning, forecasting, and financial reporting for the practice center
- check_circleBuild and grow engineering teams in the southwest including talent development and succession planning
Requirements
- verifiedBachelor's degree in civil engineering
- verifiedAt least 2 years in a leadership role
- verifiedAuthorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without requiring visa sponsorship
Nice to Have
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.
Benefits & Perks
check_circle100% employee ownership with shared company successcheck_circlePaid Family Leave for caring for loved onescheck_circleFlexible holidays to tailor festivitiescheck_circleCareer development through continued education and training
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Civil Engineering, Highway Engineering, Traffic Engineering, Construction Services, Budgeting, Resource Planning, Forecasting, Financial Reporting, Business Development, Client Relations.
Education: Bachelor's degree in civil engineering required.
Frequently asked questions about Highway Regional Practice Center Leader at SEH
What does a Highway Regional Practice Center Leader at SEH do?expand_more
A Highway Regional Practice Center Leader at SEH is responsible for the following: Provide strategic and visionary leadership for the regional practice center; Align practice center initiatives with company mission and long-term growth strategy; Serve as primary point of contact for key clients to ensure exceptional service delivery; and Build and sustain strong relationships with Arizona DOT, Colorado DOT, and other agency partners.
What are the requirements for this Highway Regional Practice Center Leader role?expand_more
SEH is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Bachelor's degree in civil engineering; At least 2 years in a leadership role; and Authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without requiring visa sponsorship.
Where is the Highway Regional Practice Center Leader role at SEH located?expand_more
Highway Regional Practice Center Leader at SEH is based in On-site. This is a on-site role.
Is this Highway Regional Practice Center Leader job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
SEH has listed this Highway Regional Practice Center Leader role as on-site.
How much experience is required for this Highway Regional Practice Center Leader role?expand_more
Highway Regional Practice Center Leader at SEH typically requires 15+ years of relevant experience at the lead level.
What skills do you need for the Highway Regional Practice Center Leader role at SEH?expand_more
Key skills for Highway Regional Practice Center Leader at SEH include Civil Engineering; Highway Engineering; Traffic Engineering; Construction Services; Budgeting; Resource Planning; Forecasting; and Financial Reporting.
What education is required for Highway Regional Practice Center Leader at SEH?expand_more
Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's degree in civil engineering required.
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Highway Regional Practice Center Leader at SEH is part of the engineering job category on Recrutus.
About SEH
Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc., commonly known as SEH, operates within the civil engineering sector with headquarters located in St. Paul, Minnesota. As a 100% employee-owned firm, the organization employs a diverse team of engineers, architects, planners, and scientists. These professionals work to connect government, commercial, and industrial clients with practical solutions tailored to their specific operational needs. The company focuses on simplifying complex challenges through strategic improvements in mobility, the design of functional spaces, the engineering of clean water systems, and the renewal of existing infrastructure. This collective effort aims to deliver sustainable outcomes that support community growth and development. By maintaining an employee-owned structure, SEH integrates a collaborative approach into its service delivery, ensuring that the expertise of its staff directly benefits the projects it undertakes across various sectors.
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