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Director of Civil Engineering Operations - Metric Engineering

The ideal candidate is a recognized expert in CEI and FDOT standards, with extensive experience managing large-scale transportation and infrastructure projects across Florida. While a Professional Engineer (PE) license is preferred, it is not required, provided the candidate possesses exceptional leadership capabilities, deep CEI expertise, and a proven history of successful project delivery.

This role is designed for a true "rockstar" civil engineering professional who can drive operational excellence, cultivate client relationships, mentor engineering teams, and expand our presence within the Florida transportation market.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide executive-level leadership and oversight for CEI operations across Florida
• Direct and mentor a team of Professional Engineers, Resident Engineers, Senior Inspectors, and Project Managers
• Serve as the subject matter expert for FDOT policies, procedures, specifications, and CEI requirements
• Oversee multiple concurrent transportation and infrastructure projects including highways, bridges, interchanges, roadway improvements, and transit-related initiatives
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in full compliance with FDOT standards
• Maintain and strengthen relationships with FDOT leadership, municipalities, counties, contractors, and key industry stakeholders
• Support business development initiatives, proposal efforts, project pursuits, and strategic growth opportunities throughout Florida
• Review project performance metrics and implement best practices to improve efficiency and project outcomes
• Provide guidance on contract administration, claims avoidance, construction management, quality assurance, and risk mitigation
• Lead staffing strategy, succession planning, and professional development initiatives within the CEI division
• Represent us at industry events, conferences, professional organizations, and client meetings
• Collaborate with executive leadership on long-term growth strategy and market expansion initiatives

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related engineering discipline
• 15+ years of progressive experience in transportation engineering, construction management, and CEI services
• Extensive experience working with FDOT projects and programs
• Deep knowledge of FDOT specifications, construction administration, contract management, and quality assurance requirements
• Proven leadership experience managing large multidisciplinary engineering and inspection teams
• Demonstrated success overseeing multiple large-scale transportation projects simultaneously
• Strong understanding of transportation infrastructure design, construction, maintenance, and operations
• Exceptional communication, leadership, client management, and relationship-building skills
• Established professional network within Florida's transportation and infrastructure community

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience serving as CEI Project Administrator, Senior Project Engineer, Resident Engineer, CEI Program Manager, or Transportation Operations Leader
• Experience managing district-wide or statewide FDOT programs
• Involvement with organizations such as Florida Engineering Society, American Council of Engineering Companies, or transportation industry committees
• Track record of growing engineering practices and expanding client relationships

What Success Looks Like

• Recognized internally and externally as the go-to CEI expert
• Successfully leading and mentoring multiple Professional Engineers and project teams
• Driving profitable growth of CEI operations across Florida
• Maintaining exceptional FDOT client satisfaction and project performance metrics
• Identifying and securing new transportation infrastructure opportunities
• Building a high-performing team culture focused on technical excellence and project delivery