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Are you an Engineering leader who is successfully delivering major Transportation projects for Municipalities in Fort Worth, Texas? Garver is seeking a Transportation Municipal Team Leader to join our growing team to build and oversee a dynamic portfolio of profitable municipal projects in the City of Fort Worth and the surrounding municipalities. In this role, you will be responsible for the operational and strategic direction of a highly talented team including profitable growth, client development, and project delivery. You will be provided all necessary tools, resources, and guidance needed for success. Our leader must be an effective “doer/seller” with the ability to balance team, project, and client management, as well as business development simultaneously.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Lead business development activities, including direct client interaction and engagement.
- Develop a strategic business plan and oversee the hiring of team members to assist in the execution of the plan.
- Procure, manage, and execute municipal transportation projects for Garver.
- Perform project management, subconsultant coordination, project and task scheduling, contract scope and fee development/negotiations, design team management, civil design, plan production oversight, cost estimating, client management, business development.
- Provide technical expertise to serve as a project leader and technical advisor on municipal transportation projects.
- Participate in marketing activities such as proposal, letters of interest, interviews, and presentations.
- Foster collaboration between design teams and specialized service providers.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor's degree in civil engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
- Licensed as a Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Texas.
- 10+ years of experience managing diverse municipal transportation projects with a successful track record of delivery on projects for various municipalities (Fort Worth Area west of Mid-Cities preferred).
- Practical working knowledge of the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) Green Book, the Roadside Design Guide, the Texas Manual Uniform Traffic Control Device (TMUTCD), and various local municipality design manuals as well as other industry standard design manuals and processes.
- Experience with AutoDesk Civil 3D, MicroStation, Geopak, OpenRoads Designer, and/or other roadway design software.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE MUST HAVE:
- Team leadership skills to recruit, develop, mentor, and oversee a highly motivated team; coordinate workload with other regional teams; and be accountable to senior management for team portfolio performance.
- Project management skills to prepare scope-of-work and level-of-effort estimates for contract proposals, and to lead and manage teams for successful execution of contracted scope, budget, and schedule.
- Technical experience in all aspects of a typical municipal transportation project including but not limited to roadway/intersection design, drainage design (closed and open systems), water system design, sanitary sewer system design, construction sequencing and traffic control, and utility relocation coordination.
- 10+ years of team management experience, including experience leading municipal transportation projects.
- Strong business development skills along with prior experience managing projects and clients.
PREFERRED SKILLS:
- Previous experience in consulting engineering with a primary focus on municipal transportation projects.
- Experience with AutoDesk Civil 3D and/or Bentley Microstation+Geopak/OpenRoads Designer.
- 3D modeling experience.
GROW WITH US
Garver offers its employees programs such as company-paid professional memberships, company support for industry licenses and continuing education opportunities that foster a progressive atmosphere. Garver provides the tools, resources, and environment to develop leaders, stimulate ideas, and accomplish projects. By offering highly competitive salary packages, attractive benefits, and a comprehensive wellness program; Garver walks the talk when it comes to work-life balance.
Founded in 1919, Garver is an employee-owned engineering, planning, and environmental services firm focused on aviation, transportation, buildings, federal, water and wastewater services; surveying; advisory services; and construction engineering and inspection. In the top 100 of Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms list, with more than 1,400 employees, Garver provides an exceptional level of client service that reflects our people-first culture, which has achieved Zweig Group Best Firm to Work For Legacy Status. Learn how Garver invests in people and places they call home at GarverUSA.com.
Garver is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Our employment practices are based upon an individual's capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by law.
INTRODUCTION
Are you an Engineering leader who is successfully delivering major Transportation projects for Municipalities in Fort Worth, Texas? Garver is seeking a Transportation Municipal Team Leader to join our growing team to build and oversee a dynamic portfolio of profitable municipal projects in the City of Fort Worth and the surrounding municipalities. In this role, you will be responsible for the operational and strategic direction of a highly talented team including profitable growth, client development, and project delivery. You will be provided all necessary tools, resources, and guidance needed for success. Our leader must be an effective “doer/seller” with the ability to balance team, project, and client management, as well as business development simultaneously.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Lead business development activities, including direct client interaction and engagement.
- Develop a strategic business plan and oversee the hiring of team members to assist in the execution of the plan.
- Procure, manage, and execute municipal transportation projects for Garver.
- Perform project management, subconsultant coordination, project and task scheduling, contract scope and fee development/negotiations, design team management, civil design, plan production oversight, cost estimating, client management, business development.
- Provide technical expertise to serve as a project leader and technical advisor on municipal transportation projects.
- Participate in marketing activities such as proposal, letters of interest, interviews, and presentations.
- Foster collaboration between design teams and specialized service providers.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor's degree in civil engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
- Licensed as a Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Texas.
- 10+ years of experience managing diverse municipal transportation projects with a successful track record of delivery on projects for various municipalities (Fort Worth Area west of Mid-Cities preferred).
- Practical working knowledge of the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) Green Book, the Roadside Design Guide, the Texas Manual Uniform Traffic Control Device (TMUTCD), and various local municipality design manuals as well as other industry standard design manuals and processes.
- Experience with AutoDesk Civil 3D, MicroStation, Geopak, OpenRoads Designer, and/or other roadway design software.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE MUST HAVE:
- Team leadership skills to recruit, develop, mentor, and oversee a highly motivated team; coordinate workload with other regional teams; and be accountable to senior management for team portfolio performance.
- Project management skills to prepare scope-of-work and level-of-effort estimates for contract proposals, and to lead and manage teams for successful execution of contracted scope, budget, and schedule.
- Technical experience in all aspects of a typical municipal transportation project including but not limited to roadway/intersection design, drainage design (closed and open systems), water system design, sanitary sewer system design, construction sequencing and traffic control, and utility relocation coordination.
- 10+ years of team management experience, including experience leading municipal transportation projects.
- Strong business development skills along with prior experience managing projects and clients.
PREFERRED SKILLS:
- Previous experience in consulting engineering with a primary focus on municipal transportation projects.
- Experience with AutoDesk Civil 3D and/or Bentley Microstation+Geopak/OpenRoads Designer.
- 3D modeling experience.
GROW WITH US
Garver offers its employees programs such as company-paid professional memberships, company support for industry licenses and continuing education opportunities that foster a progressive atmosphere. Garver provides the tools, resources, and environment to develop leaders, stimulate ideas, and accomplish projects. By offering highly competitive salary packages, attractive benefits, and a comprehensive wellness program; Garver walks the talk when it comes to work-life balance.
Founded in 1919, Garver is an employee-owned engineering, planning, and environmental services firm focused on aviation, transportation, buildings, federal, water and wastewater services; surveying; advisory services; and construction engineering and inspection. In the top 100 of Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms list, with more than 1,400 employees, Garver provides an exceptional level of client service that reflects our people-first culture, which has achieved Zweig Group Best Firm to Work For Legacy Status. Learn how Garver invests in people and places they call home at GarverUSA.com.
Garver is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Our employment practices are based upon an individual's capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by law.
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Align your degree to Garver's disciplines
Garver recruits Development Engineers across civil, environmental, and transportation practice areas. Make sure your transcript and resume explicitly reflect one of these concentrations, since USCIS requires a direct nexus between your degree field and the specialty occupation being petitioned.
Target Garver offices in active project corridors
Garver's Development Engineer openings cluster around states with heavy infrastructure investment. Prioritize locations where the firm holds active DOT or municipal contracts, because those offices have immediate staffing needs and stronger internal motivation to move quickly on sponsorship paperwork.
Clarify OPT or CPT authorization before your interview
If you're on F-1 status, confirm with your DSO that your authorized period covers Garver's expected start date. Consulting firms sometimes push onboarding by several weeks, and a misaligned OPT end date can complicate the offer stage before an H-1B petition is even prepared.
Use Migrate Mate to surface Garver's open roles
Development Engineer positions at Garver are spread across multiple regions and don't always stay posted long. Search Migrate Mate to filter Garver's current openings by visa sponsorship type so you're applying to the roles where sponsorship is already confirmed.
Ask about the LCA timing during the offer stage
Before your H-1B petition can be filed, your employer must obtain a certified Labor Condition Application from DOL. Ask Garver's HR team when they plan to initiate the LCA so you can track whether the timeline aligns with your current status expiration or the April 1 H-1B filing window.
Prepare a PE licensure or EIT credential summary
Garver values professional engineering credentials, and having your Engineer-in-Training certification or a clear path to PE licensure documented strengthens both your candidacy and the specialty occupation argument USCIS evaluates when reviewing your H-1B or EB petition.
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Does Garver sponsor H-1B visas for Development Engineers?
Yes, Garver sponsors H-1B visas for Development Engineers. The firm operates across infrastructure and environmental consulting disciplines where specialty occupation criteria are well established, making H-1B petitions a standard part of their hiring process for qualified international candidates. If you're in the H-1B lottery pool, Garver is a viable sponsoring employer to target before the April registration window opens.
Which visa types does Garver commonly use for Development Engineer roles?
Garver sponsors across several visa categories for Development Engineers, including H-1B, F-1 OPT and CPT, TN for Canadian and Mexican nationals, J-1 for training-track candidates, and employment-based Green Card pathways through EB-2 and EB-3. The right category depends on your nationality, degree level, and where you are in your career. TN is often the fastest option for Canadian or Mexican engineers in qualifying civil or environmental roles.
How do I apply for Development Engineer jobs at Garver?
You can browse and apply for Development Engineer positions at Garver directly through Migrate Mate, which filters roles by visa sponsorship type so you can confirm sponsorship availability before applying. Garver typically looks for candidates with relevant engineering degrees, project experience in their core practice areas, and either active work authorization or clear eligibility for a visa the firm already sponsors. Tailor your resume to the specific discipline each posting lists.
What qualifications does Garver expect for Development Engineer candidates?
Garver generally expects a bachelor's degree or higher in civil, environmental, structural, or a related engineering field for Development Engineer roles. Active pursuit of PE licensure or an existing EIT certification is a strong differentiator. Project experience in transportation, water, or municipal infrastructure aligns well with Garver's core contracts. For H-1B sponsorship, your degree field must directly correspond to the role's technical requirements under USCIS specialty occupation standards.
How do I time my application around the H-1B filing window if Garver offers me a role?
H-1B registration opens each March for an October 1 start date. If Garver extends you an offer in late winter or spring, your petition can be filed for that cap year if you're selected in the lottery. Garver must obtain a certified Labor Condition Application from DOL before filing. If you're already on OPT, you may be eligible for a 60-day cap-gap extension that bridges your status until October 1 if your OPT expires during the gap period.
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