Engineering Director 1

Job description

GAI Consultants is seeking a Director of Water – Florida to lead, grow, and execute the firm’s water, wastewater, and stormwater practice in Florida while playing a key role in supporting GAI’s national water initiative. This is a senior leadership position for a proven, hands‑on leader who combines technical excellence, people leadership, client development, and strategic vision. The Director will lead a team of engineers, actively identify and pursue new work, write and lead proposals, and direct project execution for water‑related infrastructure programs. This role also contributes to firm‑wide strategy for client development, service expansion, and long‑term growth nationwide. Key Responsibilities: Practice, Team & National Water Initiative Leadership - Lead and manage GAI’s Florida water, wastewater, and stormwater practice, including direct supervision, mentoring, and development of engineers and project managers. - Serve as a key contributor to GAI’s national water initiative, collaborating with executive leadership and peer Directors to align regional execution with firm‑wide water strategy. - Establish staffing strategies, workload planning, and resource coordination to su...