Senior Civil / Environmental Engineer (PE) - Tampa, Florida

Position Overview

We are seeking a Senior Civil / Environmental Project Manager (PE) to serve as Engineer of Record, Project Manager, and Client Lead on a diverse portfolio of water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure projects throughout Southwest and West-Central Florida.

This is a senior-level role designed for a well-rounded Florida PE, who has experience across planning, feasibility, design, permitting, and construction support. The successful candidate will manage multidisciplinary project teams, interface directly with municipal and utility clients.

• Serve as Engineer of Record (EOR) and Project Manager on water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure projects.

• Lead projects from planning, feasibility studies, and pilot studies through design, permitting, and construction support.

• Manage and coordinate internal project teams, including project engineers, CAD designers, and technical staff.

• Oversee engineering calculations, technical reports, construction drawings, specifications, and permit applications.

• Provide quality control and technical direction for AutoCAD Civil 3D, GIS, and hydraulic/hydrologic modeling, without serving as a day-to-day production CAD resource.

• Manage project budgets, schedules, scopes of work, and fee proposals.

• Interface directly with municipal and utility clients, regulatory agencies, subconsultants, and vendors.

• Participate in and eventually lead client management, including proposal development, scope definition, and fee negotiation.

• Support business development efforts by identifying client needs and helping convert opportunities into awarded work.

• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior engineers and technical staff.

• Support field activities including site visits, pilot testing, construction observation, and stakeholder outreach as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering.

• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Florida

• 8–15 years years of civil/environmental engineering experience

• U.S. work authorization (U.S. Citizen or Green Card; no sponsorship).

• Broad technical background across water, wastewater, and stormwater systems (planning + design), not solely niche modeling or master planning.

• Experience relevant to Florida or similar regulatory/climate environments

• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

• Working knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D, GIS, and hydraulic/hydrologic modeling tools, sufficient to direct and review technical work.

• Strong client management and project management capability (ability to own clients, write proposals/scopes/fees, and represent the firm independently).

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Water Resources, Environmental Engineering, or related discipline.

• Prior experience working with Florida municipalities, counties, or utilities.

• Experience in asset management, CMOM programs, or “smart utility” initiatives.

Work Environment & Compensation

• Base Salary: $120,000 – $200,000 USD (depending on experience)

• Bonus Opportunities: Performance-based spot bonuses, year-end bonuses, and recognition awards.

• Health Insurance: High-quality medical, dental, and vision plans (employee coverage fully paid).

• Retirement: Employer-matched SIMPLE IRA (with expanded retirement benefits being rolled out).

• Paid Time Off: Competitive PTO, sick time, and paid holidays.

• Additional Benefits: Employee Assistance Program (financial advisory, legal support), professional development, training, and one-on-one mentorship.

• Location: Southwest Florida/Tampa Bay region with offices in Sarasota (main), Lakewood Ranch, and Tampa.

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