Associate Vice President – Construction Management & Design

Associate Vice President – Construction Management & Design

M&J Engineering, D.P.C. (M&J) is a quality provider of multi‑discipline consulting services with over 300 employees. Since its inception in 2004, M&J has grown into a diversified provider of engineering, construction management, construction inspection, technology, and environmental services to a broad range of clients, including federal, state and city / local agencies, private owners, architects, engineers and contractors.

M&J is a leader in construction management and inspection, ITS, mechanical, electrical, wastewater, water supply, tunnel airport, port, marine / coastal, environmental engineering, and design‑build services for both new infrastructure projects and renovations.

M&J bases its employment and personnel decisions on the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity, with the intent to further the Company’s affirmative action commitment. M&J does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, employment status, veteran or military status, or any other category protected by law.

M&J is seeking an Associate Vice President – Construction Management & Design (AVP) to lead and oversee the planning, design, and construction of capital projects across Washington DC, Maryland and Virginia. This executive role is responsible for developing strategic direction, managing multidisciplinary teams, ensuring project execution aligns with organizational goals, and delivering high‑quality, cost‑effective outcomes on time and within budget.

Working with the FIST Lead and the Federal Strategy Lead, this executive‑level position is responsible for leading civil engineering, construction management, and business development efforts across the Washington DC, Maryland and Virginia Departments of Transportation as well as other agencies, including WMATA, MWAA, and VRE. The role includes managing multidisciplinary teams and projects, cultivating client relationships, and driving strategic growth across the region. The position reports to the Senior Vice President or designated supervisor.

Apply via site or email : recruit@mjengineers.com .

Responsibilities

• Identify, qualify, and develop new business and staff augmentation opportunities across DDOT, VDOT, MDOT, WMATA, MWAA, and VRE.
• Lead account planning, capture strategies, teaming (primes / subs), and proposal development.
• Build and manage a 12–24‑month pipeline; monitor RFP forecasts, attend industry days, and coordinate pre‑RFP positioning.
• Partner with marketing / proposals to craft persuasive technical and management write‑ups and compliant submittals.
• Maintain CRM hygiene and provide regular forecast, KPI, and capture status updates to leadership.
• Conduct market research and identify growth opportunities.
• Cultivate strategic partnerships and lead initiatives to expand market share.
• Oversee and direct construction management and civil engineering design teams, fostering a culture of high performance and continuous improvement.
• Manage all future work in the DMV region, including budgeting, strategic planning, and resource allocation.
• Coordinate with recruiting to identify and onboard qualified engineering and technical staff to meet project and client needs.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and conduct regular audits.
• Align departmental actions with M&J’s business plan and vision.
• Implement engineering policies, standards, and security measures.
• Oversee recruitment, daily workflow, and project plan approvals.
• Ensure projects are completed within budget and efficiently.
• Negotiate contracts and coordinate contractor work.
• Mentor mid‑level directors, managers, and engineering professionals across engineering and operations.

Qualifications

Preferred

Benefits

M&J is a leader in providing quality engineering consulting services to a diverse and exciting client base. We attract experienced professionals who understand proactive client service, safety, risk management and loss prevention practices, quality control, teamwork, and the development of younger staff. We seek employees who enjoy their work, desire continuous improvement, and want to contribute to the vision and growth of a quality, employee‑owned, professional firm. To all full‑time employees we provide a comprehensive package of benefits, including medical, dental and eye insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, etc. Salary will depend on experience and credentials.

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