Area Manager - Civil/Municipal Growth Leader

Waggoner Engineering; Gulfport (MS); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive health benefits

Flexible/Hybrid schedule

Career development and training

Employee Referral Bonus

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Gulfport, MS is seeking an Area Manager to lead projects and business development initiatives. Responsibilities include overseeing project budgets, mentoring leaders, and collaborating with senior management. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in engineering and at least ten years of management experience. This role is key to driving business growth and effectiveness in the region, with a focus on teamwork and operational strategy.

Qualifications

• Minimum ten years of operating management experience in consulting engineering.
• Demonstrated experience in business development and financial planning.
• Certification as a professional engineer or related qualification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all projects within the assigned geographic area.
• Lead business development opportunities for growth.
• Monitor project budgets and coordinate with Project Managers.
• Foster high-performance teamwork and collaboration.

Skills

Project management competency

Business acumen

Leadership

Financial analysis

Organizational development

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

Master’s degree in business or related field (preferred)

Job description

A leading engineering firm in Gulfport, MS is seeking an Area Manager to lead projects and business development initiatives. Responsibilities include overseeing project budgets, mentoring leaders, and collaborating with senior management. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in engineering and at least ten years of management experience. This role is key to driving business growth and effectiveness in the region, with a focus on teamwork and operational strategy.