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Transportation Business LeadWSP • Omaha, NE, US
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Transportation Business Lead

Transportation Business Lead

WSP • Omaha, NE, US
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Transportation Business Line Lead

WSP is seeking a dynamic Transportation Business Line Lead to drive growth and leadership in the Nebraska market, with a particular focus on the Omaha metropolitan area. This role will oversee all transportation disciplines, serve as a market-facing leader, and act as the Office Lead for a team of 510 professionals. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with the Regional Transportation Lead to set and achieve business targets, lead operations and culture, and position WSP as a trusted advisor to key clients including NDOT, City of Omaha, City of Lincoln, Douglas County, Sarpy County, Lancaster County, and the state MPOs.

This is a strategic leadership role in a growth market, combining technical expertise, project leadership, and business development to expand WSP's transportation practice while leveraging national business lines and resources.

Your Impact

  • Serve as Principal-in-Charge (PIC) and Project Manager (PM) on major transportation projects, ensuring delivery excellence.
  • Lead the Omaha office's operations, culture, and growth strategy, fostering collaboration and innovation.
  • Partner with the Regional Transportation Lead and Lincoln office lead to establish and achieve business development targets.
  • Build and maintain strong client relationships with NDOT, municipalities, counties, and MPOs across Nebraska.
  • Provide technical expertise and collaboration across transportation disciplines, including highways, transit, rail, aviation, and planning.
  • Champion WSP's Future Ready approach, integrating sustainability, resilience, and innovation into projects.
  • Collaborate with national business lines to leverage resources and expand service offerings in Nebraska.
  • Represent WSP in industry organizations, conferences, and community engagements to enhance visibility and reputation.
  • Collaborate with other WSP offices across the Midwest District to deliver infrastructure projects throughout the project life cycle.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

  • Minimum 15 years of experience in transportation engineering, planning, or related fields.
  • Proven track record of leadership in business development, client management, and project delivery.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license strongly preferred.
  • Prior experience working with NDOT and local municipalities in Nebraska.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage complex projects.
  • Strong understanding of transportation market trends, funding mechanisms, and regulatory environment.
  • Preferred Qualifications

  • Strategic thinker with ability to identify and pursue growth opportunities in emerging markets.
  • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with clients, partners, and staff.
  • Experience leading office operations, culture, and staff engagement.
  • Ability to balance technical expertise with business acumen.
  • Familiarity with WSP's Future Ready principles and commitment to advancing sustainable, equitable, and innovative transportation solutions.
  • Strong leadership presence with ability to represent WSP in Nebraska's transportation community.
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