National Engineering Leader - Commercial Development

GAI Consultants is seeking an Engineering Director for a leadership position within the Community Infrastructure team to grow a Commercial development practice. GAI has a well-established and expanding civil engineering practice with immediate opportunities for industry leaders. Key experience requirements include 15+ years of Project Management with commercial clients in Florida and nationally and nationally. This position requires significant client interaction, and the candidate must possess the strategic skills to identify and develop a marketing strategy. Qualifications Knowledge and experience with commercial clients, as well as knowledge of permitting, management of scope, schedule, and design oversight. The successful candidate will be responsible for the business development strategy along with oversight of engineers in the development of plans, permitting, financial monitoring, and acting as GAI's client leadership representative. PE Registration is required General Characteristics Makes decisions with broad influence on activities of their practices. Makes authoritative decisions and recommendations that are conclusive and have a far-reaching impact on the practice and the industry. Demonstrates a high degree of creativity, foresight, and mature judgment in planning, organizing, and guiding projects and activities of major consequence. Provides leadership and develops and engages others to create a common vision for their projects and the practice. Assess the acceptability of engineering economic analyses and the risks associated with solutions to complex engineering problems. Evaluates solutions to complex problems that involve multiple specialty areas of engineering. Advocates for ethical behavior in the practice of engineering and assesses courses of resolution to ethical dilemmas in complicated situations. Experience 15+ years of experience. Education B.S. or M.S. Engineering, Master's Degree or Equivalent Experience Preferred Certification/Licensure Professional Engineer (P.E.) License, reciprocity in multiple states. Driver's License Technical Responsibilities Frequently performs advisory or consulting work for the practice across broad project areas or within a specialized area with innovative/complex aspects. Assesses practices and requirements to achieve sustainable performance of complex engineering projects from a systems perspective. Project and Task Management Evaluates project management plans for complex engineering projects. Develops risk mitigation plans to address project risks. Evaluates effectiveness of leaders and teams. Management, Supervision and Guidance Leads an entire project of critical importance. Develops projects needed for accomplishing the objectives of the practice. Develops practice strategy for staff development through mentored experience, continuing education, and self-development. Instills and fosters professional attitudes within the practice. Communication, Teamwork and Leadership Negotiates critical and controversial issues with leadership of other practices. Represents their practice at important functions and conferences. Why GAI? GAI offers an exceptional place to do meaningful work, grow your career, and make a real impact in communities nationwide. You'll join a collaborative, multidisciplinary firm bringing together engineering, planning, and environmental expertise to deliver projects across transportation, infrastructure, power, and energy markets. Working alongside accomplished colleagues, you'll help move projects from vision through construction, creating solutions that keep people moving, power essential systems, and support responsible development. At GAI, you'll work in a team-driven environment grounded in integrity, respect, and shared success, with the flexibility, resources, and career support that reflect a real and lasting commitment to our people. That commitment includes comprehensive benefits, wellness programs, and employee discounts. With opportunities across the U.S., GAI offers the collaboration and client focus of regional teams, supported by the stability, resources, and career-development opportunities of an established and growing firm. Benefits To Working at GAI Include: Competitive Pay & Recognition Market based, competitive compensation Performance driven recognition and development bonuses Comprehensive Health & Wellness Medical, dental, and vision plans Company-paid short-term and long-term disability Company-paid life insurance Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources Meaningful Work-Life Balance Generous paid time off + 7 paid holidays An additional floating holiday-use it for what matters to you Paid maternity, paternity, and adoption leave Growth, Learning & Financial Security 401(k) with company match Tuition reimbursement Support and rewards for professional development and certifications

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