GPI, a multi-disciplinary ENR Top 100 engineering firm, seeks a dynamic individual with an entrepreneurial spirit to lead our growing offices in the Florida region as Florida Branch Manager from our Maitland, FL, office. As a key member of our leadership team, the successful candidate will oversee and manage all aspects of our Florida region operations, including full P&L responsibility, operations and project management, business development, client relations, and staff management. The Florida region includes multiple offices across Florida and locations in Louisiana and North Carolina. Core services include roadway/highway, transportation design, structural design, construction inspection, coatings/corrosion protection, and environmental/water resources engineering.
The GPI Branch Manager role requires strong leadership skills, decision-making capability, communication skills, and an understanding of overall consulting engineering business operations. Beyond the responsibilities to the Branch, the Florida Branch Manager is also expected to embody GPIs mission that together, we create the infrastructure that people need most.
Responsibilities:
Build, grow, and develop a high-performing team of engineers, designers, and support staff through the attraction, recruitment, retention, and inclusion of staff within the Branch Actively engage in client relationships through effective communication, customer service, and responsiveness to client needs with responsibility for project and service delivery Lead business development and marketing efforts, providing technical and marketing professionals leadership. Identify business development opportunities in the Florida region, build relationships with prospective clients, and pursue new projects and contracts. Identify and pursue opportunities to grow the Branch by expanding the client base, services provided, and geographic reachCreate and leverage relationships across GPIs practices and geographies to ensure service delivery and development of innovative solutions to client needs. Collaborate with other managers and leadership team members to support company-wide initiatives and goals Establish a yearly operating budget and monitor the financial performance of the Branch Evaluate potential projects, clients, and contracts to assess and manage risk Develop and implement strategic plans for our Florida operations, including annual goals and objectives for revenue growth, client satisfaction, and employee engagement Manage and oversee all project activities in Florida, including project planning, budgeting, scheduling, and execution Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and company policies and procedures
Qualifications:
B.S. Degree in Engineering, Civil Engineering preferred, MS or advanced business degree a plusFlorida Professional Engineer (PE) license (or ability to obtain through reciprocity) is highly preferred20+ years of progressively established experience in the engineering industry with an emphasis on staff, project, client, contract, and quality management Proven track record of success in project management, business development, and client relationsStrong leadership and management skills with the ability to motivate and inspire a large, diverse, multi-located team to achieve resultsExcellent communication, interpersonal, and client service skills Knowledge of Florida engineering regulations, standards, and practicesStrong business acumen with experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial management
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