Lead Engineering Manager - Roads + Highways

TYLin is a globally recognized, full-service infrastructure consulting firm committed to providing innovative, cost-effective, constructible designs for the global infrastructure market. With over 3,000 employees throughout the Americas, Asia, and Europe, the firm provides support on projects of varying size and complexity. Together, we enhance conventional designs with smarter, more resilient systems. We provide people with better mobility. We steward precious resources by finding more sustainable solutions.

Job Summary

We are seeking a seasoned engineering leader to lead our Irvine Office and guide major roadway and surface transportation projects across the region. This is more than a technical position—it’s an opportunity to combine your expertise, vision, and client-focused leadership to grow our presence, inspire teams, and deliver projects that make a lasting difference in our communities.
As a senior leader, you’ll oversee project execution, mentor the next generation of engineers, and cultivate trusted relationships with clients and partners. You’ll also play a key role in business strategy and development, driving initiatives that align with our regional goals and position us as the go-to firm for innovative, high-quality transportation solutions in Orange County and beyond.
Why Join Us?
This is more than just a job — it’s an opportunity to shape infrastructure that improves mobility, sustainability, and quality of life across Southern California. You’ll work alongside a talented team that’s as passionate about building communities as it is about engineering excellence.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

What You’ll Do:

·       Lead with Vision: Guide major roadway and surface transportation projects with deep technical expertise and senior-level insight.

·       Lead Irvine Office: Lead our Irvine Office across all business sectors and corporate functions, facilitating collaboration and market representation.

·       Inspire Talent: Mentor and support junior staff, fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and growth-focused team culture.

·       Build Relationships: Develop trusted, long-term partnerships with clients, agencies, and teaming partners in Orange County and across Southern California as a whole.

·       Drive Strategy: Collaborate with regional and sector leadership to align business development efforts with broader strategic goals.

·       Grow the Business: Identify and secure new opportunities with Southern California public agencies, including Counties and Cities.

·       Win Work: Lead or contribute to winning proposals and presentations that showcase our innovation, expertise, and client-first mindset.

·       Deliver Excellence: Oversee the delivery of complex roadway projects — managing scope, schedule, and budget while maintaining top-tier quality.

 

What You'll Bring:

·       Degree & Licensure: Bachelor's in Civil Engineering and active PE license in California (CA residents only).

·       Proven Experience: 15+ years managing and delivering roadway projects, especially with Caltrans (District 12 and surrounding districts), and other Southern California agencies.

·       Technical Know-How: Deep familiarity with California design manuals, standards, and project development processes.

·       Delivery Expertise: Experience in both Design-Bid-Build and Design-Build environments is a plus.

·       Strong Communicator: Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.

·       Client-Focused Leader: A proactive, relationship-driven mindset and commitment to high-quality, innovative solutions.

·       Integrity & Collaboration: You lead with integrity and thrive in team-oriented, cross-functional settings.

 

Additional Information

TYLin is committed to pay equity. As part of that commitment, we have provided the base compensation range of $197,600 - $296,400 annually for this position and local market. We recognize that each candidate brings a unique set of skills, experience, education and competencies to the table that will be reflected in our offer. TYLin is proud to offer exciting career development opportunities.  

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TYLin offers a comprehensive total rewards package. Our benefits may include extensive medical, disability and life insurance coverage, continuing education benefits, paid time off, employee assistance program and a retirement savings plan with company matching contributions.

 

We encourage all candidates to explore our total rewards offering.

 

TYLin is an equal opportunity employer, and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type as protected by federal, provincial, state or local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.  The company and its employees are required to comply with all local health authority, legal or lawful client requirements.