Transportation Engineering Manager

At Ayres, we pride ourselves on providing smart, creative, solutions to our clients by doing business with integrity.  We are hiring a Transportation Manager to help take the lead in shaping the future of our team of project managers, engineers, designers, technical staff, and more while meeting the goals of our annual business plan.  The ideal candidate will have the passion to represent Ayres to our clients while mentoring our employee-owners to help grow the division.  You'll be expected to have familiarity with the Florida marketplace and be able to capitalize on client relationships and market opportunities. Your professional acumen will poise you to leverage the network of various public clients such as FDOT, cities and counties, as well as private clients in the areas of transportation engineering.

On any given day, you’ll:

• Develop the long-range strategic plan, the annual business plan, and the current year marketing plan for the group with particular emphasis on group P&L, capital purchase, and staff training.
• Be accountable for key metrics including revenue and profitability goals, workload backlog, billing, accounts receivable, and image development.
• Supervise the work activities of all project managers, engineers, technicians, and other assigned specialists.
• Provide for and guide staff development.
• Act as the company representative and spokesperson in the community, as well as be active in civic and professional organizations.
• Conduct business development including client contact, marketing, and monitoring client satisfaction.
• Coordinate with other operational divisions to cultivate a team environment that leads to efficient and collaborative results.
• Understand and support corporate policies and procedures.

Other duties may include:

• Take the lead in successfully marketing and winning public sector clients including FDOT, cities and counties as well as private sector clients.
• Oversee the technical production of all project work, assuring conformance with the quality standards of the firm and the requirements of the contract.
• Prepare contract documents including scope of work, project schedule, and fee estimates, and negotiate with clients and sub-consultants.
• Prepare and oversee quality assurance and quality control procedures.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Prior experience in supervising staff, managing projects, and developing new and maintaining existing clients.
• Eagerness to cultivate a team environment where all staff members feel valued and supported and all ideas flow freely.
• Self-motivated, performance-driven with excellent people skills.
• Proven business development skills and a strong reputation with clients.
• Experience in a consulting or engineering firm
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record.

Desired Skills and Experiences:

• Registered professional engineer (PE) in Florida.
• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering.
• 10 years of experience in transportation engineering.
• Well-established existing network of contacts.

Benefits of being part of the Ayres team:  

• Health/dental/vision insurance offering affordable plans with flexible coverage options
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Development
• Paid membership dues to professional organizations
• Paid licensing exam/prep course for professional certification
• Encourage/reimburse for professional registrations and certifications.
• Work/Life Balance
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid holidays [including two floating holidays]
• Flexible work schedules
• Financial
• Flexible spending plans and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Social
• Peer recognition program and mentor programs
• Young Professionals [YP] networking groups
• Sporting events, dragon boat races, annual parties, summer picnics, and more!

Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer: Minorities, Women, Veterans, People with Disabilities