IPN Spotlight: Mohammad Mirshahi (Deputy Chief Engineer at the Virginia Department of Transportation)
Mohammad Mirshahi, PE is the Deputy Chief Engineer for the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT). He directs activities of all Engineering Divisions in VDOT. Mr. Mirshahi has over 35 years of progressive experience in the design and management of Highway projects. He is a graduate of the University of Texas at Arlington with a BS in Civil Engineering and an MS in Traffic/Transportation Engineering. He is a registered Professional Engineer in Virginia, Texas and New York. He is affiliated with numerous professional organizations such as TRB, ASCE, ITE and is a current member of AASHTO’s Council on Highway and Streets.
What skills have helped you in your career?
• People Skills
What do you wish you had known or done differently throughout your career?
To be more flexible … good solutions are better than great solutions that are not achievable. Do not worry about what you cannot control.
What do you do for continuing education and improvement?
For continuous improvement, I read, attend professional seminars and workshops.
What is next for you in your career?
Hopefully retirement.
What advice would you offer to others?
Be yourself, earn trust, be committed, focused and disciplined. Care for others, and be humble, best to be happy than always right.
Areas where you can help other Ismailis:
• Management mentoring
• Civil/transportation Engineering
• Job placement
Please provide the link to your LinkedIn profile:
None
Please provide your preferred email address so interested professionals can network with you:
[email protected]
Region:
Northeast
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