CEI Area Manager - Central Florida

AtkinsRéalis•Orlando, FL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a CEI Area Manager - Central Florida to join our team in Orlando, FL. The CEI Area Manager will oversee the operations, assignments, activities, and resources for the Central FL region. The position will manage project execution, client relations, and business growth for a large operating unit of the firm, or for a large client or technical discipline (typically with annual project revenues over $5M). Provide leadership, direction and guidance to managers and staff within area of responsibility. Responsible for achieving business growth, quality, client satisfaction, and project profitability goals and objectives for West FL. The positions will actively work with both business units and sales directors to develop and implement strategy and to identify opportunities for staffing projects. The primary market supported is roads and bridges, but may also include aviation, water infrastructure and rail & transit.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in field of practice.
Management coursework and/or MBA a plus.
15 years of experience since B.S., with at least three of these years in positions with project management or operational management responsibilities.
Professional Engineer (P.E.) registration is required.
If the P.E. is registered in a state other than FL, a Florida P.E. license must be obtained within six months of employment.

Nice To Haves

Post graduate degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Oversee the operations, assignments, activities, and resources for the Central FL region.
Manage project execution, client relations, and business growth for a large operating unit of the firm, or for a large client or technical discipline (typically with annual project revenues over $5M).
Provide leadership, direction and guidance to managers and staff within area of responsibility.
Achieve business growth, quality, client satisfaction, and project profitability goals and objectives for West FL.
Actively work with both business units and sales directors to develop and implement strategy and to identify opportunities for staffing projects.
Lead a diverse team of CEI staff with a focus on promoting a culture of teamwork, quality, client service, safety, and excellence.
Monitor and identify staffing needs based on current and future workload projections.
Lead the recruiting, hiring, transferring or terminating staff as necessary and is responsible for determining salary offers for new hire candidates as well as salary and position adjustments for existing staff.
Conduct semi-annual performance reviews and annual career planning sessions with direct reports.
Provide staff with ongoing performance feedback and counsel to promote improved performance and career development.
Help staff identify and pursue technical and professional development activities consistent with their career development goals and business objectives/needs.
Advise staff concerning company policies and procedures; monitor and enforce compliance.
Fulfill senior project engineer roles and/or support and develop senior project engineer direct reports in the successful delivery of CEI projects.
Administer and observe construction activities to determine work quality and substantial conformance with plans and specifications.
Represent the firm to the construction project group and has ultimate responsibility for the firm's performance on the project.
Review financial performance of projects being produced and/or managed within the area of responsibility; assist managers in proactively identifying potential problem projects to ensure remedial actions are promptly taken to avoid financial losses and client dissatisfaction.
Lead subordinate internal staff involved in the observation, testing and sampling of construction materials, observation of construction work, and documentation of plan revisions and work progress.
Monitor and enforce compliance with established quality control standards, ensuring that appropriate quality assurance activities are being performed throughout the area of responsibility.
Review project QC plans and periodic QA compliance audits on current or recently completed projects.
Assist managers in resolving problems concerning work with other work units.
Participate in the development of the annual and strategic plans for the area of responsibility and implement accordingly.
Actively pursue new project opportunities for the area of responsibility and the firm by maintaining contacts with current and prospective clients.
Participate in the evaluation of new project opportunities for the area of responsibility and recommend go/no-go action.
Identify project proposal preparation and interview teams and develop project marketing budgets subject to review and approval by senior management.
Identify and work toward the resolution of client relations problems.
Maintain visibility and professional currency by participating in professional organizations and encourage staff to do the same.
Continue to support our client base of FDOT and several Cities within this region.
Collaborate with other CEI Area Managers and business unit market leaders to share technical capabilities and resources as needed.
Conduct contract negotiations with clients and subconsultants.
Participate in reviews of project budgets.
Monitor project performance to ensure project profitability.
Monitor accounts receivable and client billings.