Regional Transportation Engineering Lead

The George F. Young, Inc. (GFY) team has a passion for innovation. It's how we've served our clients, both public and private, for over 100 years and collaborated to transform the communities we live in for the better. Our core values of integrity, quality, and service – have created a culture that leaves a lasting impact on those we have the honor to serve in any capacity.

GFY is searching for a motivated Regional Transportation Engineering Lead for our Tampa, Lakewood Ranch, or St Petersburg office. This individual will be vital to our growing transportation group and assist with our public sector line of business, primarily with local municipalities and FDOT.

Success in this role will depend on both project management abilities and pursuit/marketing efforts. This role will include strategic planning roles with leadership to identify, market, win, and manage transportation projects. You will also be supported by fellow project managers and upper management to help ensure success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide roadway engineering design support, project management, and Engineer of Record responsibilities.
• Manage projects, collaborate with design teams, manage and oversee design and production efforts. Ensure project work is completed efficiently and in conformance with GFY's quality standards.
• Check and sign off on design calculations and plan elements while ensuring completeness.
• Preparing and managing design and construction contract specifications for transportation projects.
• Leading and assisting with strategic pursuits and marketing efforts for public sector projects primarily with local municipalities and the FDOT.
• Build new business while also managing existing relationships.
• Train, mentor, and assist with development of staff within the engineering team.
• Perform QA/QC tasks on projects as assigned
• Handle contract administration.
• Prepare and monitor project budgets. Has overall responsibility for the profitability of his/her projects.
• Prepare forecast of workload for assigned staff.
• Responsible for project manager and/or project team quality system tasks as defined in the quality manual.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering with focus in Transportation
• Registered Professional Engineer in the State of Florida
• 10+ years of relevant experience
• FDOT roadway design and management experience
• Proficient at using MicroStation and OpenRoads
• FDOT Advanced MOT Certification preferred
• Ability to collaborate with others in a team environment, mentor, support, and grow the next generation of engineers and promote a great work environment.
• Advanced understanding/knowledge of applicable codes and standards (including commentary)
• Strong writing and communication skills
• Valid United States driver's license

Benefits:
All qualifying employees receive benefits, including health and dental insurance, vision plan, personal time off, paid holidays, professional development, tuition reimbursement, and community involvement.

George F. Young, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and ensures nondiscrimination in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. George F. Young, Inc. participates in the E-verify employment authorization program and is a drug-free workplace. Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans are encouraged to apply.

About George F. Young, Inc:
Founded in St. Petersburg, Florida, in 1919 by pioneer engineer and surveyor George Fleming Young, George F. Young, Inc. (GFY) has been in continuous operation for over 100 years and remains a Florida-owned company today. GFY has become a single source for land development in educational, healthcare, institutional, municipal, and residential facilities, parks and recreation, property transaction, and transportation engineering – while expanding our reach throughout Florida and the Caribbean Basin. GFY's company culture and guiding values – integrity, quality, and service have created a collaborative and dynamic environment that fosters partnership, professional growth, and fulfillment. Explore our careers and become a GFY'er for life!