Gresham Smith
We are a creative team of architecture, engineering and design professionals who serve both public and private sector clients. Together, we share one Core Purpose: To plan, design, and consult to create healthy and thriving communities. Our offices are full of genuine, fun, and down-to-earth people who believe in fostering an inclusive culture where all employees feel they belong. Loving where you work, who you’re working with, and what you’re working on is important to us, which is why we put our people first—they’re at the heart of everything we do. From professional growth and development support and opportunities to give back to your community, to flexible work schedules and competitive benefits, we have a genuine interest in the whole you. So, if you’re just as passionate about what you do as we are, then we’d love to hear from you!
Our transportation and utility services professionals offer practical, forward-thinking expertise in a wide range of practice areas, including active transportation, bridge design, roadway design and traffic engineering, intelligent transportation systems, utility and broadband services, grant writing, program management and so much more! From interstates and intersections to bridges and bike paths, we invite you to join us in designing transportation systems that connect us to the people and places we care about most.
We are seeking a Senior Roadway Engineer / Operations Leader to spearhead the growth of our Orlando Transportation practice. This key leader will be instrumental in expanding client relationships with FDOT, CFX, and local governments, building and mentoring a local team, and ensuring excellence in the delivery of transportation projects across Florida.
This role blends operational leadership with technical project management, offering the opportunity to shape both the business and practice growth of our Transportation Market in Florida.
Operations Leadership Responsibilities:
Partner with State Leaders to develop and implement operational plans that align with market growth and performance goals. Track and report monthly progress toward the annual integrated business plan. Provide direction and supervision to Orlando transportation operations, including workload management, performance reviews, and administrative oversight. Collaborate closely with the State Leaders during pursuits to develop staffing strategies and successfully execute new opportunities. Apply Project Plans and conduct regular reviews, ensuring quality, budget, and schedule performance on significant projects. Contribute to marketing plans and business development strategies, supporting both technical excellence and long-term client relationships. Support the Florida business development team in pursuit efforts, providing leadership, strategy, and client engagement expertise. Serve as a mentor and people leader — recruiting, developing, and retaining top engineering talent in Orlando. Proactively build relationships with clients, professional organizations, and partner firms to expand presence and influence across Florida. Balance focus on both practice advancement and business performance in alignment with the firm’s Practice-Led Business Model. Project Manager / Technical Responsibilities:
Lead all phases of roadway design projects, including planning, scheduling, technical execution, and client coordination. Develop conceptual design approaches for major roadway projects and review detailed design plans. Manage roadway elements including geometric design, right-of-way plans, storm drainage, utilities, signing/marking, and erosion control. Prepare engineering reports, specifications, contract documents, and project cost estimates. Oversee the production and review of engineering drawings, ensuring accuracy and compliance with agency standards. Anticipate and resolve complex design and coordination challenges. Supervise project delivery, including coordination with clients, contractors, FDOT, CFX, municipal agencies, and internal teams. Mentor junior engineers and technical staff through project execution and career growth. Ensure effective communication with project teams, clients, and review agencies. Minimum Qualifications:
B.S. or M.S. in Civil Engineering or Transportation Engineering. Minimum 12 years of roadway design experience. FDOT project experience required. Demonstrated project management experience. Florida Professional Engineer (P.E.) license required. Proficient with Bentley software; knowledge of ORD preferred. Skilled in Microsoft Office applications. Strong problem-solving, organizational, and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities. Excellent communication skills (written and oral) with the ability to translate technical concepts clearly to clients and stakeholders. Proven ability to build, motivate, and lead high-performing teams. Adept at client engagement, persuasion, negotiation, and relationship-building.
This is a unique opportunity to lead projects, grow a practice, and shape the next phase of our Transportation Market in Florida. With support from established teams in Tampa, Jacksonville, and Tallahassee, the Orlando Senior Roadway Engineer will play a critical role in expanding our presence in Central Florida and positioning the firm for long-term success.
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate. Everyone is invited to apply.
Gresham Smith will not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, headhunters, contract recruiters, search firms, or employment agencies. An executed GRESHAM PLACEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT (PSA) is required prior to any payment obligation for either a referral or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously executed PSA, GRESHAM SMITH explicitly reserves the right to recruit and hire those candidate(s) at its discretion, and without any financial obligation whatsoever to the recruiter or agency. Any such unsolicited resume or candidate contact information, including those submitted directly to GRESHAM SMITH’S hiring managers or any other employee, shall become the property of GRESHAM SMITH upon receipt.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Our transportation and utility services professionals offer practical, forward-thinking expertise in a wide range of practice areas, including active transportation, bridge design, roadway design and traffic engineering, intelligent transportation systems, utility and broadband services, grant writing, program management and so much more! From interstates and intersections to bridges and bike paths, we invite you to join us in designing transportation systems that connect us to the people and places we care about most.
We are seeking a Senior Roadway Engineer / Operations Leader to spearhead the growth of our Orlando Transportation practice. This key leader will be instrumental in expanding client relationships with FDOT, CFX, and local governments, building and mentoring a local team, and ensuring excellence in the delivery of transportation projects across Florida.
This role blends operational leadership with technical project management, offering the opportunity to shape both the business and practice growth of our Transportation Market in Florida.
Operations Leadership Responsibilities:
Partner with State Leaders to develop and implement operational plans that align with market growth and performance goals. Track and report monthly progress toward the annual integrated business plan. Provide direction and supervision to Orlando transportation operations, including workload management, performance reviews, and administrative oversight. Collaborate closely with the State Leaders during pursuits to develop staffing strategies and successfully execute new opportunities. Apply Project Plans and conduct regular reviews, ensuring quality, budget, and schedule performance on significant projects. Contribute to marketing plans and business development strategies, supporting both technical excellence and long-term client relationships. Support the Florida business development team in pursuit efforts, providing leadership, strategy, and client engagement expertise. Serve as a mentor and people leader — recruiting, developing, and retaining top engineering talent in Orlando. Proactively build relationships with clients, professional organizations, and partner firms to expand presence and influence across Florida. Balance focus on both practice advancement and business performance in alignment with the firm’s Practice-Led Business Model. Project Manager / Technical Responsibilities:
Lead all phases of roadway design projects, including planning, scheduling, technical execution, and client coordination. Develop conceptual design approaches for major roadway projects and review detailed design plans. Manage roadway elements including geometric design, right-of-way plans, storm drainage, utilities, signing/marking, and erosion control. Prepare engineering reports, specifications, contract documents, and project cost estimates. Oversee the production and review of engineering drawings, ensuring accuracy and compliance with agency standards. Anticipate and resolve complex design and coordination challenges. Supervise project delivery, including coordination with clients, contractors, FDOT, CFX, municipal agencies, and internal teams. Mentor junior engineers and technical staff through project execution and career growth. Ensure effective communication with project teams, clients, and review agencies. Minimum Qualifications:
B.S. or M.S. in Civil Engineering or Transportation Engineering. Minimum 12 years of roadway design experience. FDOT project experience required. Demonstrated project management experience. Florida Professional Engineer (P.E.) license required. Proficient with Bentley software; knowledge of ORD preferred. Skilled in Microsoft Office applications. Strong problem-solving, organizational, and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities. Excellent communication skills (written and oral) with the ability to translate technical concepts clearly to clients and stakeholders. Proven ability to build, motivate, and lead high-performing teams. Adept at client engagement, persuasion, negotiation, and relationship-building.
This is a unique opportunity to lead projects, grow a practice, and shape the next phase of our Transportation Market in Florida. With support from established teams in Tampa, Jacksonville, and Tallahassee, the Orlando Senior Roadway Engineer will play a critical role in expanding our presence in Central Florida and positioning the firm for long-term success.
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate. Everyone is invited to apply.
Gresham Smith will not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, headhunters, contract recruiters, search firms, or employment agencies. An executed GRESHAM PLACEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT (PSA) is required prior to any payment obligation for either a referral or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously executed PSA, GRESHAM SMITH explicitly reserves the right to recruit and hire those candidate(s) at its discretion, and without any financial obligation whatsoever to the recruiter or agency. Any such unsolicited resume or candidate contact information, including those submitted directly to GRESHAM SMITH’S hiring managers or any other employee, shall become the property of GRESHAM SMITH upon receipt.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.