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Design Director (Indianapolis)
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Job Location:
Indianapolis, IN - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
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Posted:
7 June 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
28 September 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Join us at the intersection of
INGENUITY & INCLUSION
Infrastructure Engineering Inc (IEI)islooking for our next rock star to help grow our Indianapolis office and elevate our transportation design practice across the Indiana market.
TheDesign Director (Indianapolis) will lead our local transportation design team manage key projects and partner closely with firm leadership to deepen client relationships and strategically expand our presence in the Indiana market. This role blends high-level technical leadership project delivery oversight and collaborative business development working in coordination with our Indiana Operations Manager and national Business Development team.
About the Role
The Design Director is responsible for the leadership organization morale technical excellence and operational performance of the Transportation Design Team in Indianapolis. This position serves both as a technical leader and a client-facing project manager ensuring delivery of high-quality engineering services while fostering strong enduring client relationships.
Working in partnership with the Indiana Operations Manager firm leadership and national BD Team the Design Director will help shape market strategy pursue key opportunities and grow IEIs footprint with INDOT municipalities and other public agencies. Success in this role requires a leader who can inspire a high-performing technical team manage complex transportation projects and build IEIs reputation in the Indiana market.
We are a leading engineering firm known for quality and responsiveness and a proven track record of success as a Prime civil engineering firm. Join us on this exciting journey as we continue to build a company based onIntegrity ExcellenceandIngenuity!
Essential Duties/Functions and Responsibilities:
Technical & Project Leadership
* Lead mentor and support the Design Team to ensure technically accurate high-quality deliverables (plans specifications permits reports etc.).
* Promote and implement technologies and tools that drive efficient innovative project delivery.
* Serve as a senior technical resource on transportation infrastructure projects.
* Ensure project teams prepare and follow Project Management Plans (PMPs) and adhere to QA/QC processes.
* Oversee development and approval of scopes fees and schedules for major pursuits and contracts.
* Monitor project performance budget and schedule and communicate issues promptly to clients and internal leadership.
* Support contract reviews to manage risk and reinforce responsible commercial practices.
Client Engagement & Market Growth
* Engage directly with clients to understand their priorities capital programs and long-term needs.
* Build deep multi-level relationships between IEI staff and client organizations.
* Coordinate with the Indiana Operations Manager and national BD team to identify pursue and secure new work across the state.
* Lead or support proposal development client interviews and project-specific marketing efforts.
* Maintain frequent contact with existing clients to evaluate performance and identify new opportunities.
* Participate actively in industry and community events to elevate IEIs visibility and brand.
Project Delivery
* Ensures project delivery team prepares IEIs Project Management Plan (PMP) at start of project and follows and updates them for duration of the project.
* Ensures projects receive a Minimum Formal Evaluation or Feedback of Satisfactory or Equivalent from Clients. Actively deploys practices and procedure to earn Above Average evaluation.
* Ensures project delivery team complies with IEIs QA/QC and/or client mandated QA/QC policies and procedures.
Financial
* Monitors financial profitability of the Group and takes corrective actions when profitability falls below the target. General overall profit target is 10%.
* Assists firm leadership in shaping and deploying strategies which helps sustain profitability and financial strength of the firm.
* Regularly monitors project progress and budget and ensures project delivery team completes projects within the allocated budget and schedule.
* Ensures all members of project delivery team are aware of and actively monitoring budgets on recurring basis commensurate with job classification.
* Ensures all assigned members of project delivery team are complying with Invoicing protocols and schedules and working actively in pursuing collections and ARs.
Marketing and Business Development
* Develops and fosters relationships with key clients and agencies which results in winning work.
* Develop and deploy business development strategies which results in Groups growth in alignment with firms growth strategies.
* Meets regularly with existing clients to discuss current projects evaluate performance and identify other business opportunities.
* Oversees and contributes in preparation of technical proposals and other marketing efforts in a timely manner.
* Proactively participates in industry and community functions and activities that promote IEIs visibility and brand.
Talent Management and Development
* Develop office and firms strategic capabilities and capacity by attracting and recruiting staff.
* Works in collaboration with staff in identifying and actively promoting professional development of staff to meet personal and firms professional development goals.
Education and/or Qualifications:
* Bachelors degree in civil engineering or a related field from an accredited four-year college or university or approved equivalent.
* Professional Engineer (PE) license required; ability to obtain Indiana PE within six months if currently licensed elsewhere.
* Ideal candidate will have 15 years experience in civil engineering; including 8-10yrs experience as a Project Manager with heavy experience in transportation and design
* Demonstrated record of winning and delivering transportation projects in Indiana with strong familiarity with INDOT and municipal clients.
*Substantial business development experience within the engineering consulting industry including proven client development and relationship-building skills.
* Proven ability to lead technical teams oversee project delivery and manage complex transportation infrastructure projects.
* Strong business acumen negotiation skills and excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
* Experience working with MS Office Suite (Word Excel PowerPoint Outlook Teams).
* Familiarity with ERP or CRM platforms (e.g. Deltek Paycor VantagePoint) and comfort with CAD software such as AutoCAD MicroStation and/or Civil 3D.
* Demonstrated experience mentoring and developing staff fostering collaboration and supporting a positive team culture.
Certificates Licenses and/or Registrations
Active Registered Professional Engineer required. Additional registrations and accreditations (i.e. LEED AP Certified Floodplain Manager PTOE etc.) are desired. Other licensures or registration (must require Continuing Education to remain active) may be considered in lieu Professional Engineer or Structural Engineer licensure
Soft Skills
* Possesses good verbal and written communication skills.
* Demonstrates positive work attitude and behaviors.
* Promotes and participates in team building initiatives for the Group and firm.
* Possesses critical thinking skills with ability to plan organize delegate and prioritize work and make decisions and solve problems.
* Possesses ability to motivate and lead staff to achieve Groups and firms Mission Vision and Core Values.
Benefits and Perks:
* Benefits and Perks
* Highly competitive salary; and Bonus opportunities
* Flexible Work Schedule
* Medical Dental and Vision Benefits
* Personal Paid Leave (Paid Time-Off)
* 6-Week Parental Leave
* Paid Holidays
* Life Insurance
* Short and Long-term Disability Program
* 401K Program with Employer Match
* Profit Sharing
* Employee Assistance Program
* Employee Referral Program
* Employee Appreciation Program
* IEI University
* An opportunity to learn and grow - Professional Development Program
* Opportunity to share ideas and express your point of view
* You are welcome to be your authentic self
* Philanthropic Outreach and Volunteer Opportunities
Physical Demands
An employee must meet the physical demands described here to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to fingers handle or feel objects tools or controls; climb; reach with hands and arms; and stoop kneel crouch or crawl. The employee may lift and/or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Working Conditions
* IEI will provide a company vehicle for fieldwork with acceptable drivers record.
* Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions or in-progress construction hazards: fumes toxic chemicals risk of electric shock and vibration. Often works around dust asphalt and concrete.
* Sometimes need to put in extra hours including weekends to keep up with intense construction work at times and deal with unexpected situations and accidents.
* Spends some time working indoors to review blueprints and write reports.
* Usually works a standard 40-hour workweek either daytime or nighttime.
* Usually works in outside weather conditions.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job the employee will work outdoors in various weather conditions possibly for an extended period of time depending on the assignment type. The noise level in the office work environment is usually moderate. The noise level on the construction site is often loud and may require the use of hearing protection.
Infrastructure Engineering Inc. is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity and full inclusion for individuals with disabilities.
If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process participate in an interview or otherwise engage in the recruitment process please contact our Human Resources department at or email .
Accommodations are available upon request and will be provided in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and our commitment to equal opportunity.
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
Required Experience:
Director
About Company
We’re civil engineers – a diverse and experienced team excited by project challenges that tap into our passion for solving problems.
