Senior Transportation Engineer – Project Manager

Ayres • Tampa, FL

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About The Position

Our Southeast division is seeking a senior transportation professional with a proven track record of managing and successfully executing transportation projects for FDOT and city/county/local governments. The successful candidate will have an entrepreneurial mind-set to grow our transportation engineering practice in the state of Florida, and contribute towards our national practice in the area. Join Ayres – a USA TODAY Top Workplace recognized in both 2025 and 2026 – where people-first leadership, collaboration, and professional growth create an environment where great teams do their best work. On any given day, you’ll: Take the lead in identifying marketing opportunities and work collaboratively to win transportation projects from clients including FDOT, cities, counties, and municipalities. Manage projects, overseeing the production of all project work, ensuring that the work is produced on schedule, profitably, and in conformance with the quality standards of Ayres Associates and requirements of the contract. Build and maintain respectful working relationships with PMs and other leaders within the company. Support and participate in the development and mentorship of staff. Actively engage in professional organizations.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in civil engineering with an emphasis in transportation.
• Registered professional engineer (PE) in Florida.
• A minimum of 15 years of experience in the field of transportation
• Sound transportation project management skills
• Proven business development expertise focused on identifying, pursuing, and winning projects.
• A valid driver’s license and good driving record.

Nice To Haves

• Urban and rural roadway design
• PD&E and corridor studies
• Lighting and signalization design
• Passion for representing Ayres Associates in a professional manner.

Responsibilities

• Take the lead in identifying marketing opportunities and work collaboratively to win transportation projects from clients including FDOT, cities, counties, and municipalities.
• Manage projects, overseeing the production of all project work, ensuring that the work is produced on schedule, profitably, and in conformance with the quality standards of Ayres Associates and requirements of the contract.
• Build and maintain respectful working relationships with PMs and other leaders within the company.
• Support and participate in the development and mentorship of staff.
• Actively engage in professional organizations.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision Insurance.
• Short and long-term disability and life insurance.
• Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) and 401K with company match.
• PTO upon hire, paid holidays including two floating holidays, and a flexible work schedule.
• Professional development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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