Civil Engineering State Group Leader

About the role

Wright-Pierce, an award‑winning, multi‑discipline environmental engineering firm specializing in water, wastewater and civil infrastructure, is seeking a licensed Civil Engineering State Group Leader to join our Florida Civil group. The role will manage the Florida civil engineering staff, municipal civil engineering projects, and shepherd the strategic growth plan of civil engineering in the state. Positions are available in Tampa, Jacksonville or Maitland (preferred), FL.

Responsibilities

• Advance the strategic plan and growth of the civil engineering group.
• Provide overall project guidance for stormwater management systems, streets, roadway design and rehabilitations, and site improvement projects.
• Oversee technical and design aspects of projects, including drafting, reviewing, and finalizing preliminary and final site plans and construction documents.
• Supervise open‑channel, gravity pipe, pressure pipe flow hydraulics and pump station design, hydrology/hydraulic studies, project schedules, and storm drain reports.
• Display technical expertise while adhering to established policies and procedures.
• Administer project quality and design standards for basic to moderately complex projects.
• Mentor engineering staff and collaborate with internal discipline groups.
• Develop proposals, bids, and presentations.

Essential Functions

• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational, and time‑management abilities.
• Ability to build strong relationships with coworkers, colleagues, and clients.
• Commitment to continual learning and professional development.
• Strategic planning and growth‑mode initiatives.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of increasingly responsible civil engineering experience.
• Florida Professional Engineer licensure required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook).
• Civil design background covering general municipal projects, stormwater, water resources, or transportation.
• Municipal project experience in Florida.
• B.S. in Civil Engineering or a related field required; M.S. degree considered a plus.

Sponsorship is not available for this position (no H‑1B or TN visa support).

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance beginning on date of hire.
• Wellness program with fitness reimbursement.
• Mental health and well‑being benefit.
• Paid volunteer hours.
• 401(k) match with employer contribution and profit‑sharing, no vesting period.
• Defined career development path, mentorship program, and Wright‑Pierce University training.
• Paid time off, paid and floating holidays, and paid parental leave.
• Flexible work schedules and hybrid work environment.