South Florida Area Business Leader

Lochner; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Hybrid work opportunities

Job summary

Lochner seeks a South Florida Area Business Leader to drive performance, client service, and growth in transportation design from our Miami office. You will oversee design staff, budgets, and project delivery while building relationships with local agencies and partners.

Expect responsibilities in go/no-go decisions, pursuit development, and regional growth strategy. Strong leadership, communication, and a network with Florida agencies are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, planning, or technical expertise or equivalent experience.
• Licensed professional engineer in Florida.
• Minimum 12 years of progressively responsible experience.
• Engineer II classification or higher.
• Experience leading budgets and schedules as a discipline lead or PM.

Responsibilities

• Lead the South Florida transportation design team and oversee client service and growth.
• Manage resources, budgets, and project delivery with focus on Florida agencies.
• Develop pursuit plans, participate in go/no-go decisions, and grow regional opportunities.
• Oversee staff performance, recruitment, and engagement to sustain growth.

Skills

Leadership

Client relationships

Business development

Verbal and written communication

Strategic planning

Team coordination

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or planning

Licensed professional engineer in Florida

12+ years in engineering/design leadership

Engineer II or higher classification

Job description

Job DetailsLevel: ManagementJob Location: Miami, FL 33178Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: 4 Year DegreeLochner and Egis are entering an exciting new chapter as one organization.

We have combined decades of trusted U.S. engineering expertise with the global reach, technical excellence, and career opportunities of a leading international engineering, consulting, and infrastructure firm. While our name has changed, our commitment to our people, clients, and communities is stronger than ever.

At Egis, every project is an opportunity to create lasting impact. We collaborate with public and private clients to design and deliver innovative transportation, aviation, rail, transit, water, structural, environmental, and infrastructure solutions that connect communities and improve everyday life. Join a team where innovation is encouraged, collaboration is valued, and your work helps build a more sustainable future.

We are looking for an Area Business Leader to support our South Florida market, based in our Miami office.

The Impact You’ll Make

As the South Florida Area Business Leader, reporting to the U.S. Southeast Regional Manager, you will lead the performance and growth of the South Florida transportation design team. This role leads client service, business development, and project delivery in the South Florida market, with a strong emphasis on building relationships and securing work with Florida agencies at the local, regional, and state levels (including FDOT, MPOs, cities, counties, and regional authorities). You will oversee design staff, manage resources and budgets, provide technical and project oversight, support go/no-go decisions on pursuits, and support the region’s growth strategy by developing and implementing business plans.

This position may also serve as a regional practice leader, discipline leader, and/or project manager. A high level of organization and strong ability to coordinate multiple simultaneous tasks are key attributes of the individual in this position.

In addition to serving as Business Leader, this position may actively manage projects and maintain a utilization target. This individual should have a strong understanding of the firms position in the local marketplace and knowledge of our key clients and their programs.

Marketing and Business Development

• Develop relationships with key client decision-makers and leaders from teaming partner firms and develop client management and engagement plans for key clients
• Coordinate with Discipline Leaders to identify pursuit targets and assist in the development and implementation of pursuit capture plans
• Populate, update, and maintain the opportunity pipeline
• Establish teaming arrangements with consultants
• Represent Egis at client meetings, industry events, and other business functions
• Take active leadership roles in professional organizations.
• Participate in Go/No-go meetings, strategy meetings, and Red Team or Gold Team reviews of key project pursuits.
• Assist in the development of annual sales goals at the state level.

Recruiting and Retention

• Work with Discipline Leaders in identifying staffing needs based on regional growth plans and on workload strategy for new hires.
• Attend career fairs and networking events to source candidates for job openings to help achieve regional growth plans.
• Participates in the full cycle hiring process, from candidate identification and interviews to offer negotiation, onboarding, and integration into project teams.
• Stabilize the business and reinvigorate the culture. Engage and inspire the team, with a focus on sustainable growth through recruitment, retention, and professional development.

Staff Management

• Coordinate with Regional Practice Leaders and Discipline Leaders to manage the workload of local staff.
• Approve timesheets, expense reports, and requests for time off of local staff.
• Evaluate performance of local staff and recommend merit increases, promotions, and bonuses with input from Discipline Leaders.
• Work with Discipline Leaders and discipline staff toward achieving career objectives through appropriate advocacy, mentoring, learning and development, alignment with project opportunities, and reward and recognition.
• Recommend staff participation in training, conferences, and professional society involvement, in coordination with the Discipline Leader.

Office Operation

• Ensure that Office Safety Plans are updated and submitted regularly and that the office complies with applicable laws, regulations, and corporate policies / procedures.
• Organize and participate in office social events and community service activities.
• Supervise Office Administrator and approve the ordering of office supplies.
• Coordinate with landlord on office modifications, repairs, and needs.
• Support the development of office-level action plans to support the regional business plan and encourage strong debate and analysis for growth in an area or discipline.
• Assist with the compliance with company expectations for staff utilization and enforce corrective action plans when/where needed.
• Resolve high level operational concerns or problems as soon as practicable and take actionable steps to remediate impacts and enhance performance.
• Ensure the flow of communication within the region, through regular meetings, written communications, and informal communication, to ensure the effective sharing of critical information, efficient decision-making, team engagement and collaboration.

Project Management

• Monitor and meet budgets and schedules of projects.
• Manage discipline and task leaders on projects.
• Coordinate with Discipline Leaders to ensure quality control is performed on all elements.

Qualifications

The Expertise You’ll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, planning, or technical expertise or equivalent experience.
• Licensed professional engineer in Florida.
• Minimum 12 years of progressively responsible experience.
• Engineer II classification or higher
• Must have developed and managed budgets and schedules as a discipline lead or project manager on a project.
• Experienced in relevant facets of planning, design, and construction services for roads, highways and bridges.
• Strong written and verbal communications skills
• Have the ability to lead meetings and interface with Egis’s clients.
• Supervisory experience preferred
• Have excellent leadership potential and soft skills, and the ability to work well with staff at all levels.
• Ability to develop effective and trustworthy long-term relationships with clients, colleagues, and other stakeholders in the transportation industry. Ideally brings an established network with Florida agencies at the local, regional, and state levels, along with relevant partners.

Demonstrated Leadership Capabilities

• Strategic thinking
• Driving results
• Managing change
• Leading people
• Collaborating and influencing

Performance Measurement

Business Development: Meet or exceed local sales goals toward achieving the state sales goal.

Recruiting: Meeting or exceeding hiring and voluntary turnover goals for the office.

Depending on the additional management responsibilities, a utilization goal of 0-50% will be expected.

Reporting Structure

Reports directly to State Business Development Leader or Regional Manager

Supervises local staff

Why You'll Thrive at Egis

At Egis, you'll do more than build your career—you'll help shape the future of infrastructure. As we continue to expand across the United States, we're looking for curious, collaborative professionals who are passionate about solving complex challenges and delivering projects that improve communities and create lasting impact.

Whether you're launching your career or bringing years of experience, you'll have the opportunity to work alongside industry-leading experts, collaborate across disciplines and borders, and contribute to projects that transform the way people live, move, and connect. Here, you'll be empowered to take on meaningful work, develop new skills, and grow your career with the support of a global engineering leader.

What Sets Egis Apart

• Meaningful Projects – Contribute to complex infrastructure projects that strengthen communities and improve quality of life.
• Global Expertise, Local Impact – Collaborate with technical specialists across North America and around the world while delivering solutions that make a difference locally.
• Career Growth – Expand your skills through mentorship, professional development, technical training, and leadership opportunities.
• A Culture of Collaboration – Thrive in an inclusive environment where diverse perspectives are valued, innovation is encouraged, and teamwork drives success.
• Opportunity to Grow with Us – Join a rapidly expanding organization where your ideas, contributions, and career can grow alongside the business.

Total Rewards That Support You

We believe great work starts with supporting our people. That's why Egis offers a comprehensive Total Rewards program designed to promote your health, well-being, financial security, and professional growth, including:

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off and flexible holiday program
• Flexible work arrangements, including hybrid and remote opportunities where business needs allow
• Life insurance and disability coverage, including maternity leave
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for healthcare and dependent care expenses
• Paid family leave
• Wellness programs supporting physical and mental well-being
• Education assistance, professional development, and continuing learning opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee discount programs

At Egis, we're committed to creating an environment where talented people can do their best work, continue to grow professionally, and build rewarding, long-term careers. We're committed to making competitive offers that recognize the unique experience, expertise, and value each candidate brings to our team.

In addition to base salary, this position may be eligible for incentive compensation, where applicable, and a comprehensive Total Rewards package that includes health benefits, retirement savings, paid time off, professional development opportunities, and other employee programs.

Equal Employer

Egis is proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce.Egis provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

All positions at Egis require an applicant who has accepted an employment offer to undergo pre-employment screening. Background checks include SSN/SIN validation, motor vehicle verification, education verification, employment verification, a criminal check, search against global sanctions and government watch lists, anddrug tests.All employment offers are contingent upon successful results of the pre-employment screening.

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