Title: Civil/Environmental Engineer PE
Status: Full Time
Location: Sarasota, FL
Relocation: Full relocation package
Salary: Salary to be discussed by Bryant Staffing Solutions Recruiter
Visa Support: No Visa Sponsorship Available
Opportunity Overview
An established private-sector engineering firm is seeking an experienced Civil or Environmental Engineer with a Florida PE license to join its growing team in Sarasota, FL.
This is an excellent opportunity for a senior engineer who wants greater technical responsibility, client interaction, and career advancement. The selected professional will work closely with company leadership and have the opportunity to develop into a Technical Lead, Project Manager, and/or Client Services Manager.
The ideal candidate brings hands-on private-sector design and project experience, strong knowledge of Florida engineering requirements, and the ability to step into a leadership role. Candidates with substantial water/wastewater experience and established client relationships are especially encouraged to apply.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and/or oversee engineering calculations, designs, assessments, studies, master plans, models, construction documents, specifications, permit applications, and technical reports.
- Lead projects as a Project Manager or Technical Lead based on project size and complexity.
- Support pilot studies, GIS/CADD assignments, hydraulic and engineering modeling, construction engineering/inspection activities, and stakeholder coordination.
- Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, cost estimates, proposals, presentations, and other business-development materials.
- Work directly with clients, consultants, vendors, and internal engineering and CADD personnel.
- Research emerging technologies, regulatory requirements, engineering practices, and innovative project solutions.
- Contribute to water, wastewater, reclaimed water, stormwater, low-impact development, asset management, and related infrastructure initiatives.
- Assist with business development and help identify opportunities to expand client relationships.
- Provide technical direction and oversight to engineers, designers, and other support personnel.
- Participate in occasional site visits, pilot projects, and client meetings throughout Southwest and West Central Florida.
- Develop toward broader responsibilities involving project delivery, asset management, digital technology, consulting, and construction-phase engineering services.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a closely related discipline.
- At least 6 years of professional engineering experience; the target profile is approximately 8–15 years.
- Active Florida Professional Engineer (PE) license, or the ability to obtain Florida licensure within 4 months.
- Hands-on private-sector engineering design and project experience.
- Strong understanding of Florida engineering practices and requirements.
- Experience with project management and technical leadership.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
- Strong written, verbal, organizational, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to independently manage assignments while collaborating effectively with a multidisciplinary team.
- Ability to oversee and provide direction to engineers and CADD/design support staff.
- Valid driver's license and excellent driving record.
- U.S. citizenship or permanent resident status.
- Successful completion of a pre-employment background check and drug screening.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with AutoCAD 3D.
- Experience with GIS, hydraulic/modeling tools, or engineering databases.
- Background in water, wastewater, reclaimed water, water resources, or site development.
- Master's degree in water/wastewater, water resources, site development, or a related discipline.
- Previous project management training or substantial project management experience.
- Experience with innovative water technologies, pilot studies, asset management, CMOM, or smart-utility initiatives.
- Established relationships or business-development experience within the Florida water/infrastructure market.
Key Skills Required
- Civil/Environmental Engineering Design
- Florida PE Engineering
- Water/Wastewater Engineering
- Project Management
- Technical Leadership
- Client Relationship Management
- Engineering Calculations and Modeling
- AutoCAD/GIS
Why This Location?
Sarasota offers a strong Florida Gulf Coast lifestyle with access to beaches, boating, fishing, golf, outdoor recreation, and year-round warm weather. The area also provides excellent dining, arts, entertainment, shopping, and cultural attractions, while the nearby Lakewood Ranch and Tampa markets provide additional professional and lifestyle opportunities.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Vacation and sick time
- 401(k)/retirement savings plan with employer match
- Performance and year-end bonus opportunities
- Spot bonuses and recruitment incentives
- Ongoing professional training
- One-on-one mentorship
- Team-building activities and additional employee perks