Summary:
The Regional Vice President (RVP) in its full capacity, serves as the Principal of a designated
region at Interstate Engineering, leading the successful operation and development of all
business aspects within the region. The RVP communicates and executes the firm’s mission,
objectives, and Strategic Plan, ensuring alignment with regional sales, revenue, and profit
targets. This senior leadership role oversees Office Managers and Client Managers, fosters
client relationships, and drives regional growth while maintaining high standards of quality and
compliance. The RVP collaborates with the COO and other corporate staff, Market Sector
Leaders, and technical groups to implement firm-wide policies and initiatives, acting with
significant autonomy within the framework of annual budgets and company policies.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Supervises Office Managers and leads Client Managers within the region, providing direction,
performance evaluations, and mentorship, with authority to hire and terminate Office Managers
subject to the Executive Team’s concurrence.
Key Responsibilities:
• Develop and execute the Regional Implementation Plan and annual budget,
incorporating recommendations from Market Sector Leaders to achieve regional sales,
revenue, and profit targets.
• Communicate the firm’s mission, objectives, and Strategic Plan to regional staff,
ensuring alignment with firm-wide goals and fostering a high-trust, collaborative culture.
• Oversee all operational aspects of offices within the region, delegating daily
management to Office Managers while providing strategic guidance and performance
evaluations.
• Lead Client Managers in coordination with Market Sector Leaders to develop regional
strategies, execute Market Sector Plans, and pursue new client opportunities.
• Provide the final go-no-go on proposals weighing long-term strategy with firm resources
to serve clients well.
• Review client agreements above $50,000 (when no Market Sector Leader is assigned)
and assign project numbers, ensuring alignment with regional and firm-wide objectives.
• Collaborate with Office Managers and Client Managers to offer support and advise the
team.
• Work with the CGO and Marketing Director to promote regional projects and client
successes through targeted campaigns, award submissions, and conference
presentations.
• Support Senior Funding Specialists by providing strategic input for grant/loan
applications, aligning funding pursuits with regional project goals.
• Coordinate with corporate staff to implement firm-wide policies and administrative
initiatives, explaining their rationale to regional teams and ensuring compliance.
• Assist Client Managers in developing their client bases, fostering strong relationships
and enhancing business development efforts.
• Conduct performance assessments for Client Managers, with hiring and termination
decisions subject to Executive Team approval, ensuring alignment with firm standards.
• Collaborate with the Director of Human Resources to support regional staffing decisions,
training programs, and succession planning, promoting career growth for staff.
• Participate in professional development to enhance strategic leadership and business
development skills, preparing to mentor emerging leaders and contribute to firm-wide
initiatives.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Land Surveying, Planning, Landscape Architecture,
Business Administration, or related field.
• 12–15 years of progressive experience in operations, business development, or
engineering, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Extensive knowledge of civil engineering operations or adjacent professions, client
relationship management, and strategic planning.
• Advanced proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Deltek) and Microsoft Office
Suite.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and strategic decision-making skills, with proven
ability to manage diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Experience in a professional services or engineering firm, with a focus on regional
operations and market development.
• Valid driver’s license for travel to project sites, office locations, and client meetings
across the region.