Director of Project Development - Investigative - Tampa/Orlando, FL

American Structurepoint•Maitland, FL

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

American Structurepoint is seeking an entrepreneurial engineering leader to serve as a Director of Project Development for their Investigative Group throughout Florida. This role involves leading and expanding the practice, acting as both a technical expert and business leader. Responsibilities include developing client relationships, mentoring engineers, overseeing forensic investigations, and contributing to the long-term strategy for the Florida market. The ideal candidate is energized by leadership, enjoys developing teams, and desires the autonomy to make a significant impact.

Requirements

Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a closely related engineering discipline from an accredited university.
Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Florida or ability to obtain Florida licensure.
10+ years of progressively increasing responsibility in structural or forensic engineering.
Demonstrated experience leading engineering projects, mentoring technical staff, and managing client relationships.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear, concise technical reports.
Strong business development skills with the ability to cultivate new and existing client partnerships.
Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record and reliable transportation for travel to client sites.
Ability to travel locally with occasional regional travel.

Nice To Haves

Experience performing forensic engineering investigations and structural failure analyses.
Structural building repair design experience across commercial, industrial, municipal, or residential facilities.
Experience conducting facility condition assessments and building envelope evaluations.
AutoCAD and/or Revit experience.
Experience developing and executing business growth strategies.
Previous experience leading or growing an engineering practice, office, or business unit.

Responsibilities

Lead complex forensic investigations involving structural damage, failures, and deterioration.
Lead facility condition assessments and building evaluations.
Investigate structural failures, building performance issues, and construction-related defects.
Review technical findings and ensure the delivery of high-quality engineering reports.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineering staff.
Serve as a trusted advisor for clients throughout every phase of an investigation.
Develop and execute a strategic business development plan for the Florida market.
Build lasting relationships with new and existing clients.
Identify opportunities for new projects and market expansion.
Participate in client presentations, interviews, and proposal development.
Represent American Structurepoint within the engineering and construction community.
Drive client satisfaction and long-term partnerships.
Mentor, coach, and develop engineering staff.
Delegate work effectively while supporting employee growth.
Recruit, hire, and retain top engineering talent.
Foster collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Lead quality assurance and quality control initiatives.
Build a positive, engaged, and high-performing team culture.
Manage project profitability and financial performance.
Monitor project schedules, budgets, and resource allocation.
Collaborate on strategic planning for the Florida Investigative practice.
Support staffing forecasts and workload planning.
Identify operational improvements that increase efficiency and client value.