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Senior Vice President

RSP Group

Senior Vice President

United States
Remote position
Posted 2 months ago

Description

RSP Group are working closely with a National Infrastructure Developer that is seeking a Senior Vice President ? Infrastructure (Highways) to provide executive leadership and strategic oversight of their growing highways portfolio.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Accountable for overall strategy, execution, and delivery of large-scale highway infrastructure projects across multiple regions
  • Provide executive-level leadership to cross-functional teams encompassing engineering, construction, operations, and project management
  • Drive alignment of project delivery with federal, state, and local regulatory requirements, ensuring all permits, compliance measures, and environmental standards are met
  • Partner with state DOTs and key stakeholders to optimize project design, accelerate timelines, and ensure budget adherence
  • Guide long-range infrastructure planning and investment strategies based on evolving transportation demands and growth projections
  • Oversee vendor selection, contract negotiation, and performance management for external contractors and engineering consultants
  • Implement consistent governance structures across all highway projects, including risk management protocols, schedule adherence, and KPI tracking
  • Develop and refine playbooks and SOPs for project execution, stakeholder engagement, and construction sequencing
  • Support business development and pre-construction efforts, including technical input for proposals, client presentations, and feasibility studies
  • Represent the organization in industry forums, public meetings, and high-level governmental negotiations related to transportation infrastructure

Expectations:

  • Weekly travel to project sites and key stakeholder meetings as required (average 40?60%)
  • Executive collaboration across business units including legal, finance, environmental, and real estate
  • Maintain a proactive and solutions-focused leadership style in a fast-paced environment
  • Foster a culture of operational excellence, safety, and continuous improvement across all infrastructure teams and project sites

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor?s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Transportation Planning, or a related field
  • Minimum of 15 years? experience in the planning, development, and delivery of major highway and infrastructure projects, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership capacity
  • Deep expertise in federal and state transportation regulations, environmental permitting, and public infrastructure funding mechanisms
  • Proven track record of delivering $100M+ highway or infrastructure projects from concept to completion
  • Executive presence with exceptional communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
  • Demonstrated success in building and leading high-performing, multi-disciplinary teams
  • Strong business acumen, with experience in budget oversight, resource planning, and capital allocation
  • Comfortable navigating political and regulatory landscapes in high-visibility projects
  • Knowledge of emerging trends in mobility, smart infrastructure, and sustainable transportation practices
  • Active PE license and/or PMP certification is a plus

Compensation & Benefits

  • A Competitive Salary including a performance based bonus
  • 401(k) plan with a generous employer match
  • Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits
  • Paid Time Off

Location: Flexible throughout the US