Senior Roadway Engineering Leader - Strategy & Growth

GAI Consultants Inc.; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive health plans

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

GAI Consultants is seeking a Senior Engineering Manager 1 to lead our statewide Transportation practice in Florida. The role focuses on directing complex roadway design projects, managing key clients, and shaping strategies to win opportunities.

Ideal candidates will have 16+ years of experience, a Professional Engineer license, and a proven leadership record across planning, design, and construction disciplines. This positions you to influence projects nationwide with a team-oriented approach.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of project management on complex roadway design projects.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license with multi-state reciprocity.
• B.S. or M.S. in Engineering; advanced degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage standards and guidelines for projects.
• Lead projects in the practice in their area of specialization.
• Develop design alternatives considering requirements, constraints, permitting, and community input.
• Integrate sustainability and advanced concepts into engineering solutions.
• Oversee technical, legal, and financial aspects of projects and assemble project plans.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Client Interaction

Strategic Thinking

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering

Job description

GAI Consultants is seeking a Senior Engineering Manager 1 to lead our statewide Transportation practice in Florida. The role focuses on directing complex roadway design projects, managing key clients, and shaping strategies to win opportunities.

Ideal candidates will have 16+ years of experience, a Professional Engineer license, and a proven leadership record across planning, design, and construction disciplines. This positions you to influence projects nationwide with a team-oriented approach.