South Florida Area Business Leader

Egis Group•Miami, FL

About The Position

Egis is seeking an Area Business Leader to support the South Florida market, based in its Miami office. Reporting to the U.S. Southeast Regional Manager, this role leads the performance and growth of the South Florida transportation design team. The position oversees client service, business development, and project delivery, with an emphasis on building relationships and securing work with Florida agencies at local, regional, and state levels, including FDOT, MPOs, cities, counties, and regional authorities. The Area Business Leader oversees design staff, resources, budgets, technical and project oversight, pursuit decisions, and implementation of business plans aligned with regional growth strategy. The position may also serve as a regional practice leader, discipline leader, and/or project manager, and may actively manage projects while maintaining a utilization target. The role calls for strong organization, coordination across simultaneous tasks, and knowledge of Egis’s position in the local marketplace and its key clients and programs. Responsibilities span marketing and business development, recruiting and retention, staff management, office operations, and project management. The role develops client and partner relationships, maintains the opportunity pipeline, supports pursuit strategies, and represents Egis at industry and client events. It also supports hiring and team development, manages local staff and office operations, promotes communication and collaboration, and monitors project budgets, schedules, and quality control. The position reports directly to the State Business Development Leader or Regional Manager and supervises local staff. It is based in Miami, Florida. Hybrid and remote work arrangements may be available where business needs allow.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, planning, or a related technical field, or equivalent experience.
Licensed professional engineer in Florida.
Minimum 12 years of progressively responsible experience.
Engineer II classification or higher.
Experience developing and managing project budgets and schedules as a discipline lead or project manager.
Experience in relevant facets of planning, design, and construction services for roads, highways, and bridges.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to lead meetings and interface with Egis clients.
Ability to work well with staff at all levels and build effective, trustworthy long-term relationships with clients, colleagues, and transportation-industry stakeholders.
Demonstrated capabilities in strategic thinking, driving results, managing change, leading people, and collaborating and influencing.

Nice To Haves

Supervisory experience.
An established network with Florida agencies at local, regional, and state levels, as well as relevant partners.

Responsibilities

Lead the performance and growth of the South Florida transportation design team.
Lead client service, business development, and project delivery in the South Florida market, including building relationships and securing work with Florida agencies and authorities.
Develop relationships with client decision-makers and teaming partners, and create client management and engagement plans for key clients.
Coordinate with Discipline Leaders to identify pursuit targets and develop and implement pursuit capture plans.
Populate, update, and maintain the opportunity pipeline; establish consultant teaming arrangements; and represent Egis at client meetings, industry events, and other business functions.
Participate in professional organizations, Go/No-go meetings, strategy meetings, and Red Team or Gold Team pursuit reviews; assist with annual state sales goals.
Work with Discipline Leaders to identify staffing needs and support regional growth plans, recruiting, hiring, onboarding, and employee retention.
Engage and inspire the team, supporting sustainable growth through recruitment, retention, and professional development.
Coordinate local staff workload with Regional Practice Leaders and Discipline Leaders; approve timesheets, expense reports, and time-off requests.
Evaluate local staff performance and recommend merit increases, promotions, and bonuses; support career objectives through advocacy, mentoring, learning and development, and recognition.
Recommend staff participation in training, conferences, and professional societies in coordination with Discipline Leaders.
Keep office safety plans current and submitted, and ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies and procedures.
Organize office social events and community service activities; supervise the Office Administrator and approve office supply orders.
Coordinate office modifications, repairs, and needs with the landlord.
Support office-level action plans aligned with regional business plans, staff utilization expectations, and corrective action plans where needed.
Resolve high-level operational concerns and take steps to remediate impacts and improve performance.
Promote effective communication across the region through meetings and written and informal communication.
Monitor and meet project budgets and schedules, manage discipline and task leaders, and coordinate quality control with Discipline Leaders.

Benefits

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.
The position may be eligible for incentive compensation, where applicable.