Fisher Associates is hiring a senior Infrastructure + Mobility Group Manager to lead project delivery and people management for transportation planning and design. You will guide a team delivering projects across Upstate New York and the Hudson Valley for clients including NYSDOT and local municipalities.
What You'll Do
- Lead and grow a collaborative, high-performing team aligned with the firm’s mission, values, and commitment to design excellence.
- Provide hands-on leadership that empowers Project Managers, supports professional development, and fosters accountability and engagement across locations.
- Oversee transportation projects, ensuring clear priorities and delivery on time, on budget, aligned with scope and quality expectations.
- Effectively manage project financials, staffing, and schedules while proactively resolving technical, schedule, or budget challenges.
- Serve as primary client contact, building trusted relationships and delivering exceptional service to public and private sector clients.
- Contribute to business planning and proactively drive new work with existing and prospective clients.
- Lead proposal development and participate in interviews, promoting Fisher’s design capabilities and market presence.
- Mentor, coach, and set expectations for staff while supporting performance and career development.
- Navigate and support complex public processes and municipal approvals related to transportation projects.
- Represent Fisher in professional organizations and community activities to strengthen visibility and industry relationships.
What We're Looking For
- B.S. degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
- 15+ years minimum in transportation, roadway, or highway engineering.
- Professional Engineering License (PE).
- 5 years minimum of project management experience.
- Strong financial acumen, with the ability to use dashboards, metrics, and data to drive performance, accountability, and results.
- Familiarity with NYSDOT design standards.
- Prior experience successfully managing and leading a team.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Proven client relationship and business development success in the transportation sector.
- Proficiency in MS Office.
- Professional performance standards aligned with Fisher’s Mission, Vision, and Core Values.
- Dedicated to fostering trusting relationships through collaboration, integrity, respect, and active listening.
- Proven ability to deliver quality work through critical thinking, problem-solving, and sound judgment.
- Driven to own projects, prioritize effectively, and thrive in a fast-paced, growth-focused environment.
- Superior organizational and planning skills with keen attention to detail.
- Highly adaptable and proactive in meeting deliverables and deadlines.
- Curious, improvement-minded, and always seeking better solutions.
- Embrace feedback constructively and use it as an opportunity for growth.
Nice to Have
- Experience with MicroStation.
Technical Stack
- MS Office
- MicroStation
Team & Environment
You will lead and mentor Project Managers within the Infrastructure + Mobility group.
Benefits & Compensation
- Compensation: $150,000-$191,000
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Plan
- Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance
- Hybrid Work Schedule
- Generous PTO and Paid Holidays
- Strong Work-life Balance
- Shareholder Opportunity
- Professional Development Opportunities and Reimbursement
- Supplemental Benefits Designed for Total Well-being and Financial Security
- Engage with a variety of employee groups focused on community, inclusion, and employee voice.
Work Mode
This position offers a hybrid work schedule and is based in our offices serving Upstate New York and the Hudson Valley region.
Fisher Associates is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are respected, valued, and empowered to thrive.
