Civil Engineering Director - Land development

GAI Consultants is actively seeking a Director of Engineering for our Jacksonville, Florida office. This position will lead GAI’s Civil practice in northeast Florida. As one of the region’s largest engineering firms, GAI has a significant presence in the Jacksonville market with staff supporting numerous key public and private clients with exceptional planning, landscape architecture, surveying and engineering services. As a key leader within GAI, the successful candidate will play an integral role in growing the business in northeast Florida.

Job Duties :

• Lead and develop a team of project managers, engineers, and technicians for the implementation of public infrastructure projects and / or private land development projects.
• Identify project pursuits, market clients, and manage pursuits including proposal and presentation preparation. Coordinate and develop proposed scope, schedule, and fee for projects pursued and lead the interview team.
• Actively win new work from both new and existing clients by building and maintaining customer relationships, monitoring future work opportunities, communicating regularly, and attending client events.
• Collaboration with other GAI services such as transportation, water, CEI, planning, and landscape architecture / planning to market and deliver full-service project opportunities to clients.
• Directly manage projects on time and within the project budget and maintain a high level of client satisfaction.
• Monitor and manage the financial aspects of all projects within the group. Travel is estimated to be approximately 15% to other offices, meet with clients, attend project-specific meetings, and business development.

General Characteristics

Experience

Education

Certification / Licensure

Technical Responsibilities

Project and Task Management

Communication, Teamwork and Leadership

Management, Supervision and Guidance

Why GAI :

At GAI, exceptional people have an exceptional place to work, grow, lead, and achieve. Explore an array of opportunities in locations across the U.S., and join accomplished colleagues in tackling challenging projects for a range of markets. Enjoy comprehensive benefits and feel good about being part of a collaborative team that’s committed to supporting the communities we serve. Join GAI and distinguish yourself in a company poised for unlimited growth.

Benefits To Working at GAI Include :

Qualifications

Education

Required

Bachelors or better in Engineering or related field.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Driver's License

Professional Engineer