Deputy Engineering Director, Florida Water

GAI Consultants, Inc.; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental plans

Vision plans

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Job summary

GAI Consultants, Inc. is seeking a Deputy Engineering Director for the Florida Water Division in Orlando.

You will lead multi-discipline teams in planning, design, permitting, and construction of water and wastewater projects, while building client relationships across statewide municipal markets. The role emphasizes project leadership, client development, and strategic growth, with responsibilities to manage pursuits, proposals, and cross-group collaboration.

Qualifications

• 20+ years of experience in water utility consulting in Florida.
• P.E. license with reciprocity in multiple states.

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-discipline teams on planning, design, permitting, and construction of water/wastewater projects.
• Manage project scope, schedule, budget, safety, quality, and client satisfaction.
• Mentor and develop junior staff and project managers.

Skills

Technical leadership

Project management

Business development

Client relationship management

Mentoring

Proposal development

Education

B.S./M.S. Civil/Environmental Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

GAI Consultants, Inc. is seeking a Deputy Engineering Director for the Florida Water Division in Orlando.

You will lead multi-discipline teams in planning, design, permitting, and construction of water and wastewater projects, while building client relationships across statewide municipal markets. The role emphasizes project leadership, client development, and strategic growth, with responsibilities to manage pursuits, proposals, and cross-group collaboration.