CEI Section Head

JMT; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

JMT is seeking a Senior Project Engineer in the Tampa, FL area to lead project teams, drive business development, and ensure financial success for the department at the local level.

The role requires a civil engineering degree, a PE license, and 10+ years of experience, with strong project management and communication skills to guide staff and coordinate with office leaders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from an accredited program.
• Professional Engineer License or equivalent.
• 10+ years’ experience in a specialized discipline.
• Project management and business development experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects as Senior Project Engineer.
• Coordinate growth plan with office managers and leaders.
• Establish and grow market presence through marketing and BD.
• Manage department budget and allocate resources.
• Lead production of proposals and technical work.
• Serve as a technical expert to PMs and staff.
• Staffing for the section and hiring.

Skills

Project management

Business development

Leadership

Microsoft Office

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Job description

Job Description

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm with more than 2,800 professionals, providing a full range of multidisciplinary engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT is currently ranked #45 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 Design Firms.

Position summary

Responsible for leading project teams, business development, financial success, and managing staff for the department at the local level.

Essential functions and responsibilities

• Manage projects as Senior Project Engineer
• Coordinate strategic growth plan with office managers and practice leaders
• Establish and grow market presence in area through marketing and business development
• Manage financial budget for department and allocate resources accordingly
• Lead and contribute to the production of proposals
• Serve as a technical expertise resource to project managers and technical staff
• Establish resources staffing needs for the section
• Interview and hire staff for the section
• Perform performance reviews for staff based on input from project managers on assigned teams
• Lead and manage team members by providing leadership and continuous performance management (setting expectations, goals, feedback, 1:1 meeting, coaching) that supports the growth and development of team.

Nonessential functions and responsibilities

• Perform other related duties as assigned

Required Skills

• Must successfully complete and pass JMT's Motor Vehicle screening

Required Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field from an accredited program
• Professional Engineer License or equivalent
• 10+ years’ experience in specialized discipline
• Project management and business development experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Office

Qualifications preferred

• Experience working with local clients at the county and state level
• Supervisory experience

Working Conditions

Work is performed within a general office environment. Occasional field work will be required to support the CEI field staff. Work is generally sedentary in nature, but may require occasional standing and walking. Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. within the office environment.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.