Central Florida Area Manager (Transportation - Roadway, Highway, Bridge)

WHY THIS ROLE | WHY JOIN STV

This is a rare opportunity to step into a leadership role with both foundation and runway:

• Established platform, not a blank slate: STV has an existing team of design and CEI professionals in Lake Mary, providing immediate capability and a strong base to scale.

• First Area Manager focused on Central Florida: You will define the structure, priorities, and long‑term growth trajectory for the region, with meaningful influence from day one.

• Collaborative statewide model: You will partner closely with Area Managers across Florida in a shared‑success model built on collaboration, not internal competition.

• Sustained growth and investment: STV has made Florida a strategic priority, with continued leadership focus, resource allocation, and long‑term commitment to expanding our transportation presence.

• Proven momentum: STV’s Florida transportation business has grown from approximately $5M to $35M+ in net service revenue (representing roughly $10M to $70M in total gross revenue) in under five years, a trajectory built by the same leadership team you will be joining and helping to scale.

• Strong legacy, expanding footprint: Backed by more than 100 years of engineering excellence, STV combines national scale with a growing Florida presence—creating a unique opportunity to build regionally while leveraging a strong corporate foundation.

• Active Central Florida portfolio: Current and recent work spans roadway design, transit and rail (passenger and freight), CEI services, and planning initiatives, supported by established relationships with FDOT District 5, Central Florida Expressway Authority (CFX), Florida’s Turnpike Enterprise, and local jurisdictions, with active program roles and an embedded presence alongside key clients across the region.

• Momentum in transit and planning: STV continues to expand its role in the Orlando market through participation in major regional planning and transportation initiatives.

• Integrated delivery model: You will have access to statewide technical expertise across bridge, traffic, planning, and design disciplines to support local growth and pursuit execution.

YOUR NEW ROLE

As Area Manager, you will spend a heavier commitment of your time as an externally facing leader - advancing strategic initiatives in close alignment with peer Area Managers across Florida and neighboring states with shared accountability for the Transportation South Groups overall growth strategy.

You will build strong, cross‑disciplinary partnerships with regional business development directors, technical discipline leaders and teaming partners to deliver an integrated, client‑focused approach across architecture, engineering, planning, design, and construction services.

STV’s Transportation portfolio in Central Florida spans highway and bridge design, transit, construction engineering and inspection (CEI), and advisory services, supporting long‑standing clients such as the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) and related local agencies.

You will lead and advance a high‑performing Transportation team of project managers, engineers, planners, and construction leaders, while defining and executing growth strategies that expand revenue, strengthen market presence, and reinforce STV’s talent brand across the region.

WHAT YOU'LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR:

In this role, you will lead the strategic, operational, and financial performance of your region, overseeing client relationships, business development, growth strategy, market positioning, project delivery, operational efficiency, and the attraction, development and retention of top talent to ensure sustained business success.

Leadership & Strategy

• Establish and execute business plans aligned with STV’s strategic objectives and annual operating goals.

• Analyze market, client, and industry trends and position STV to capitalize on growth opportunities across Central Florida.

• Serve as a visible leader and ambassador for STV with clients, industry organizations, and the broader community.

Client & Market Growth

• Partner with client service leaders to strengthen and expand key client relationships.

• Maintain senior‑level relationships with clients, teaming partners, industry leaders, and community stakeholders.

• Lead pursuit strategies, expand the client base, and grow service offerings across targeted markets.

Operational & Financial Management

• Oversee local business operations, including client mix, project execution, staffing, resource planning, and overhead control.

• Ensure adherence to STV’s policies, procedures, and quality standards.

• Monitor business performance, report results, and implement corrective actions to achieve financial and operational targets.

Talent & Culture

• Recruit, develop, and retain top talent to support current and future business needs.

• Build a strong leadership bench and succession pipeline for critical roles.

• Mentor and develop future leaders while fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and high‑performance culture.

• Assess individual and team performance, addressing gaps and recognizing exceptional contributions.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED

Required Experience & Credentials

• 20+ years of technical, operational and growth leadership, primarily across roadway, highway, bridge, planning and engineering design, with a demonstrated record of revenue growth and operational success.

• BS or MS in Engineering (or related discipline).

• Professional Engineer (PE) or Planner (AICP) registration in Florida (additional state registrations preferred).

• Experience with FDOT and FTE

• Experience with CFX, Seminole County, Orange County and Osceola County is a plus.

Technical & Market Expertise

• Recognized subject matter expertise in one or more areas such as roadway/highway design, structural design, hydraulics, transit, planning, construction management and Alternative Delivery and Design-Build methods (a big plus).

• Proven leadership of multi‑disciplinary teams, including Project Managers, Engineers, Planners, Construction Managers, and Inspectors.

Business & Leadership Strengths

• Strong externally and internally facing leader with the ability to build trust at the executive and agency level.

• Demonstrated success driving new business, leading pursuits, and growing teams in complex, competitive markets.

• Strategic thinker with the operational discipline to deliver results.

If you are a dynamic, growth‑minded leader with deep roots in the Central Florida community and a passion for shaping the future of local transportation infrastructure, we invite you to explore this opportunity with STV. We value excellence, collaboration, innovation, and professional growth—making a lasting impact where it matters most: in the communities we serve.