Central Florida Area Manager (Transportation - Roadway, Highway, Bridge)

STV • Lake Mary, FL

7d • Onsite

About The Position

STV is seeking an accomplished Area Manager to lead and grow its Central Florida Transportation business, driving market expansion, diversification, and operational excellence across the region. The role is based in the Lake Mary office, and the Area Manager will serve as the most senior transportation leader for Central Florida. This position involves shaping a high-growth platform, strengthening key client relationships, and elevating STV’s presence in the Central Florida infrastructure market. This is a leadership role with an established platform, offering the opportunity to define the structure, priorities, and growth trajectory for the region. The role operates within a collaborative statewide model, partnering with other Area Managers in Florida. STV has made Florida a strategic priority with sustained growth and investment in its transportation presence. The company has a strong legacy of over 100 years of engineering excellence and an expanding Florida footprint. Current and recent work in Central Florida includes roadway design, transit and rail, CEI services, and planning initiatives, with established relationships with FDOT District 5, Central Florida Expressway Authority (CFX), Florida’s Turnpike Enterprise, and local jurisdictions. STV offers access to statewide technical expertise across various disciplines to support local growth and pursuit execution.

Requirements

• 20+ years of technical, operational and growth leadership, primarily across roadway, highway, bridge, planning and engineering design, with a demonstrated record of revenue growth and operational success.
• BS or MS in Engineering (or related discipline).
• Professional Engineer (PE) or Planner (AICP) registration in Florida (additional state registrations preferred).
• Experience with FDOT and FTE.
• Proven leadership of multi-disciplinary teams, including Project Managers, Engineers, Planners, Construction Managers, and Inspectors.
• Strong externally and internally facing leader with the ability to build trust at the executive and agency level.
• Demonstrated success driving new business, leading pursuits, and growing teams in complex, competitive markets.
• Strategic thinker with the operational discipline to deliver results.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with CFX, Seminole County, Orange County and Osceola County is a plus.
• Recognized subject matter expertise in one or more areas such as roadway/highway design, structural design, hydraulics, transit, planning, construction management and Alternative Delivery and Design-Build methods (a big plus).

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic, operational, and financial performance of the region.
• Oversee client relationships, business development, growth strategy, market positioning, project delivery, operational efficiency, and talent attraction, development, and retention.
• Establish and execute business plans aligned with STV’s strategic objectives and annual operating goals.
• Analyze market, client, and industry trends to position STV for growth opportunities in Central Florida.
• Serve as a visible leader and ambassador for STV with clients, industry organizations, and the community.
• Partner with client service leaders to strengthen and expand key client relationships.
• Maintain senior-level relationships with clients, teaming partners, industry leaders, and community stakeholders.
• Lead pursuit strategies, expand the client base, and grow service offerings across targeted markets.
• Oversee local business operations, including client mix, project execution, staffing, resource planning, and overhead control.
• Ensure adherence to STV’s policies, procedures, and quality standards.
• Monitor business performance, report results, and implement corrective actions to achieve financial and operational targets.
• Recruit, develop, and retain top talent to support current and future business needs.
• Build a strong leadership bench and succession pipeline for critical roles.
• Mentor and develop future leaders while fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performance culture.
• Assess individual and team performance, addressing gaps and recognizing exceptional contributions.

Benefits

• Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable)
• Disability insurance
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• 401(k) Plan
• Retirement Counseling
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off (16 days)
• Paid Holidays (9 days)
• Back-Up Dependent Care (up to 10 days per year)
• Parental Leave (up to 80 hours)
• Continuing Education Program
• Professional Licensure and Society Memberships

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager