ITS Design Lead - AM0008

Felsburg Holt & Ullevig (FHU) is a transportation consulting firm driven by a mission to connect and enhance communities. We believe in transportations power to improve lives and we foster a culture that supports curiosity collaboration and professional fulfillment. Our work reshapes mobility networks addresses climate and equity challenges and embraces innovative technologiescreating long-lasting positive impacts.

Felsburg Holt & Ullevig (FHU) is seeking an accomplished and visionary Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Design Lead to grow our ITS Design team. This pivotal role will provide strategic direction technical excellence business development and personnel leadership in delivering cutting-edge ITS solutions to public and private sector clients.

Leadership & Strategic Planning

• Define and drive the technical vision and goals for ITS design in alignment with FHUs strategic plan.
• Champion innovation in ITS design approaches tools and implementation strategies.
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive team culture that supports staff development and retention.

Project Delivery & Technical Excellence

• Oversee and ensure the quality of ITS design services including the development of fiber and wireless communication systems network architecture and field equipment integration.
• Provide QA/QC oversight for ITS deliverables and ensure adherence to FHUs Total Quality Management Plan.
• Lead multi-disciplinary teams in delivering projects on time and within budget.

Team & Resource Management

• Manage staff allocations project workload recruitment and staff development within the ITS design group.
• Actively mentor and develop team members technical and professional capabilities.
• Collaborate with Group Leaders Technical Resource Managers and Regional Directors to optimize resource use and share best practices across the company.

Client Engagement & Business Development

• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients ensuring consistent high-quality service delivery.
• Identify new business opportunities participate in proposal preparation and contribute to marketing strategy for ITS services.
• Represent FHU at industry events and conferences promoting our ITS capabilities.

• Bachelors degree in Civil Electrical Transportation Engineering or a related field from an accredited institution.
• 10 years of experience in the transportation/ITS industry with a strong background in ITS design and implementation.
• Demonstrated experience managing and mentoring technical staff.
• Proven success leading multidisciplinary project teams and coordinating across offices and regions.
• Experience in business development proposal writing and client relations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Specialized certifications in ITS or fiber optic systems (e.g. CFOT FOA).
• Familiarity with ITS architecture standards FHWA guidelines and modern ITS software platforms.

Why FHU

At FHU we foster a culture that supports innovation collaboration and a commitment to technical excellence. Join our growing team of transportation professionals who are passionate about delivering meaningful mobility solutions.

The pay for this position has a range of $135000 - $175000 annually. The actual offer will carefully consider a range of factors including your skills qualifications and experience.

Application Deadline: 6/27/2025

At FHU we seek to provide a benefits package that helps our team maintain a healthy work-life balance - a concept that is a guiding principle for us. Employees enjoy benefits including:

• Medical/RX HSA Dental Vision Life and Disability; all of which FHU contributes a significant portion towards or for some plans covers 100% of the premiums
• Generous Vacation and Sick leave programs
• 401(k) with employer match and discretionary Profit Sharing
• Adoption Assistance program
• Flexible schedules and options for remote work are available but may not be conducive to every employee and position.
• Professional and career development opportunities including tuition reimbursement for continuing education.
• Support of employee participation in professional and technical societies & various civic organizations.
• Reimbursement of professional certification and registration fees.
• This position is eligible to participate in our annual discretionary bonus plan.

FHU Employees are encouraged to participate in a variety of internal committees which include groups such as the Technology Committee CAD Committee FHUlanthropy Committee and the FHUn Committee which plans multiple events that keep energy (and bragging rights) high and helps us remain a tight-knit team. We also enjoy many opportunities to socialize at various FHU sponsored events throughout the year.