Georgia CEI Department Leader - Transportation Leader

About Us

At Gresham Smith, we call it Genuine Ingenuity. Our culture is the cornerstone of who we are, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. United by our Core Purpose—to plan, design, and consult to create healthy and thriving communities—we deliver innovative solutions for life’s essential infrastructure and institutions.

What sets us apart is our dedication to care for our people, our clients, and the places we call home. We are more than a team of professionals—we’re a community built on commitment, integrity, respect, and teamwork.

Why Gresham Smith?

When you join Gresham Smith, you’re joining a place where you can connect and thrive. Our employees consistently recognize us as a Best Place to Work because we go above and beyond to ensure that you feel valued, supported, and empowered.

About You

We’re looking for someone who has:

• 15+ years of experience in engineering management related to the transportation industry, including at least 5 years in Georgia preferred


• A bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field


• Proven business development experience in the transportation industry, with a strong track record in the Georgia marketplace


• A valid driver’s license and willingness to travel regularly, including local field and office sites


• Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to generate new business opportunities with transportation clients in Georgia and surrounding states


• Effective verbal and written communication skills


• Strong critical thinking skills with the ability to plan and conceptualize strategically

Most importantly, you bring genuine curiosity, creativity, and a collaborative spirit—someone who wants to do great work with great people.

About the Role

As the CEI Department Leader, you will:

• Lead the development and execution of Gresham Smith’s CEI services business plans for growth, recruiting, staff development, profitability, and project performance


• Drive transportation strategic planning to identify market capabilities, investment needs, pursuit strategies, and teaming opportunities


• Focus on leadership and activities primarily in Georgia, while supporting transportation efforts across the broader geography


• Report to the Georgia State Transportation Leader and coordinate with state management, technical service leads, market leadership, other state leaders, and Georgia departments


• Lead business opportunities with existing and prospective clients


• Build and maintain client relationships, developing new business opportunities


• Implement and execute the CEI business plan


• Lead business development efforts including proposal content coordination and travel as necessary


• Recruit, mentor, and develop top talent to foster a collaborative and high-performance team environment


• Provide strong project management leadership ensuring timely, on-budget, and quality project delivery


• Oversee daily operations and balance workload distribution to optimize resources and project outcomes


• Collaborate regularly with state transportation leaders, agencies, and stakeholders to strengthen relationships


• Monitor industry trends, regulatory changes, and market conditions to maintain competitive positioning


• Serve as a visible leader representing the company at industry events, client meetings, and internal forums


• Travel locally and regionally as required


• Serve as an advisor on public and private projects regionally, supporting strategic planning, marketing, proposals, and interviews


• Work cooperatively with market leadership to achieve defined goals related to sales, cost, profit, project schedules, and quality

Your work will directly contribute to shaping environments where people live, work, and thrive, all while growing your career within a supportive, people-first culture.

Join Us

If you’re excited to bring your talents to a collaborative, people-first environment where you can make an impact while growing your career, we’d love to hear from you.

Here’s what you can expect:

Professional Growth: In-house Learning, Tuition Reimbursement, Licensure Support, Professional Organization Engagement.

Culture that Cares: 93% of employees say they feel cared for, and 96% are confident in our future success.

Competitive Benefits:

• Flexible Schedules & Generous PTO


• Healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision, Wellness Programs)


• 401(k) with Company Match


• Short- & Long-term Disability, Paid Life & AD&D


• Supplemental, Critical Care, Pet, Legal & ID Theft Insurance


• Family Planning and Parental Leave


• Mass/Public Transit Program


• Telemedicine and Employee Assistance Program

Gresham Smith is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate. Everyone is invited to apply!

GRESHAM SMITH does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, headhunters, search firms, or agencies. No referral or recruiter fees will be paid without a fully executed GRESHAM PLACEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT (PSA) in advance. Submissions made without a PSA may be recruited and hired by GRESHAM SMITH with no financial obligation to the submitting party. Any such unsolicited resumes or candidate information sent to hiring managers or any employee becomes the property of GRESHAM SMITH.