Infrastructure Development Lead

The Indiana Infrastructure Development Lead is a senior civil engineer responsible for growing Hanson’s footprint across Indiana’s transportation and municipal sectors. This position blends business development with hands-on technical support and project leadership.

You will leverage your industry network, technical expertise, and client-facing skills to identify opportunities, win new work, and support the delivery of high-quality engineering services. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional who enjoys developing client relationships, building strategic partnerships, and guiding multidisciplinary teams.

Key Responsibilities

Business Development & Market Growth

• Lead business development strategy for Indiana’s transportation and municipal markets.

• Expand Hanson’s client base by identifying new public-sector and municipal opportunities across the state.

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with INDOT, municipalities, counties, MPOs, utilities, and other key partners.

• Serve as the face of Hanson at industry events, conferences, and client meetings.

• Lead pursuit strategies, proposal development, interviews, and go/no-go decisions.

• Monitor market trends, funding programs, and regulatory changes to inform strategic positioning.

Client Relationship Management

• Act as a trusted advisor to existing and prospective clients.

• Ensure ongoing client satisfaction and help grow repeat and long-term engagements.

• Coordinate cross-disciplinary needs to identify opportunities for Hanson’s service expansion.

Technical & Project Leadership

• Lead and manage the planning, design, and delivery of transportation and municipal projects, including roadway, stormwater, utility, and site improvement projects.

• Provide senior-level oversight or input on transportation and municipal infrastructure designs.

• Support project managers in delivering roadway, stormwater, utility, and site improvement projects.

• Apply solid civil engineering judgment to resolve complex technical challenges.

• Guide project strategies, quality reviews, and risk management efforts.

• Mentor early-career staff and help develop internal talent.

Business & Financial Management

• Support project financial planning, including revenue forecasting and workload planning.

• Provide input on staffing needs, teaming strategies, and operational improvements.

• Help oversee proposal budgets and project pricing strategies.

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field required.

• Professional Engineer (PE) license required; Indiana PE strongly preferred or ability to obtain within 6 months.

Experience

• Minimum 15 years of experience in transportation or municipal engineering.

• Demonstrated track record of successful business development or client relationship growth.

• Experience working with INDOT, Indiana municipalities, or public sector clients preferred.

Skills

• Solid understanding of civil engineering principles related to transportation, roadway, utilities, and municipal infrastructure.

• Experience managing or reviewing design plans, specifications, and construction documents.

• Familiarity with Civil 3D, MicroStation, or related design software.

• Exceptional communication, networking, and presentation abilities.

• Proven relationship-building capabilities at all organizational levels.

• Entrepreneurial mindset and strategic thinking.

• Ability to work collaboratively while also operating independently.

Our focus on people means we offer a generous benefits program to help you create a solid foundation for health and security throughout your career, including:

• Competitive compensation
• Performance bonuses
• 401(k) with matching contribution
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Comprehensive health & well-being plans
• Financial wellness plans
• Work-life balance programs

We understand that selecting a job is about more than the day-to-day tasks. It’s important to feel like you belong and safe to grow and progress along your career path. You’ll find that at Hanson. We have an inclusive, diverse workforce awaiting to connect with you and numerous opportunities to cultivate your career, including