Director software engineering Jobs in Temecula, CA

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Are you an accomplished business development professional who engages confidently with executive leadership and public-sector decision-makers on complex transportation initiatives? Do you bring a market-level perspective and the ability to align long-range infrastructure investments with agency priorities, funding strategies, and community outcomes?

CHA Consulting, Inc. is currently seeking a Civil Engineering Business Development Leader California to help guide strategic growth for our Transportation Team in Temecula, CA. In this senior-level role, you will serve as a trusted advisor to transportation agencies and stakeholders, strengthening relationships, shaping pursuits, and positioning CHA to support critical mobility and infrastructure programs across the state.

What You'll Do:

• Lead strategic growth efforts across the Transportation market, strengthening CHA's visibility and competitive position across public and private sectors
• Develop and execute targeted sales strategies aligned with organizational business goals and transportation market priorities
• Identify, pursue, and cultivate new business opportunities across state and local agencies, municipalities, transit authorities, and transportation-focused clients
• Manage client database (CRM), generate leads, and follow up to maintain a strong and sustainable opportunity pipeline
• Develop compelling content for proposals, conferences, social media, and transportation-focused marketing initiatives
• Represent CHA at transportation industry conferences and events, building lasting relationships with agency leaders, executives, and technical decision-makers
• Collaborate with CHA leadership teams to support proposal development and strategic pursuit decisions
• Provide market updates, sales forecasts, and strategic insights to senior leadership to inform growth planning

What You Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering discipline; or equivalent combination of education and experience required
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in project management, technical leadership, and business development with proven success as a leader required
• Technically astute with the ability to position teams and pursuits for strong technical execution, financial performance, and sustained client satisfaction
• Demonstrated ability to develop and sustain long-term client relationships
• Exceptional communication skillspersuasive, engaging, and effective across all audiences
• Strong analytical and strategic mindset with the ability to identify market trends and growth opportunities
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and balance multiple priorities
• Commitment to continuous improvement, innovation, and advancing CHA's vision
• Ability to inspire, motivate, and build relationships across the company, including with C-suite executives, procurement teams, and engineering leaders
• Professional technical licensure or equivalent professional experience preferred

Why You'll Love It Here:

• Be part of a consulting firm trusted by public agencies to deliver transportation solutions that improve mobility, safety, and long-term infrastructure performance
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary transportation experts who value technical excellence, accountability, and client partnership
• Influence programs and pursuits that shape communities, strengthen economic connectivity, and support resilient transportation networks

Curious about the impactful work our Transportation team is doing? Explore CHA's comprehensive transportation servicesincluding highways, bridges, rail, traffic & ITS, and multimodal solutionsby visiting: chasolutions.com/solutions/manufacturing-advanced-technology-facilities/.

Salary Range:

$275,000 - $325,000

Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards.

Culture/EEO Statement:

At CHA, we work every day to create solutions, help people, and improve our world, committed to creating and fostering excellence in our diverse and highly talented teams. Our teams continually strive to find better ways always searching, never settling to achieve extraordinary results. Our values around hiring, training, and community engagement reflect a company culture that is inclusive and forward leaning, always pushing the limits of what is possible.

We as an organization celebrate the values of inclusion and equality, and advocate for the full participation of all people in an environment free of discrimination. To support these values, we invite all qualified applicants to be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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