Meskel & Associates Engineering – Drilling Department Manager
Project Budgets & Department Performance
- Help develop drilling project budgets with the Department Director and Project Managers.
- Assist with preparing drilling proposals and cost estimates.
- Manage drilling work to meet project budgets and schedules.
- Work with the Project Controls Analyst to review project costs, labor hours, equipment use, and budget performance.
- Identify and address problems that are causing projects to run over budget or behind schedule.
- Communicate changes in scope, field conditions, delays, or other issues that may affect project cost or schedule promptly.
- Manage staffing, overtime, equipment use, and other department costs.
- Assist with planning for staffing, equipment, maintenance, and future equipment needs.
Staff Management
- Train, coach, and evaluate drilling staff and assist with hiring and other personnel decisions.
- Manage the overall drilling department and supervise the Drilling Department Assistant and drilling crews.
- Set priorities and expectations for the Drilling Department Assistant, who coordinates daily crew activities, project layout, and field support.
- Promote safe work practices, accountability, teamwork, and professionalism.
Field Operations
- Oversee daily drilling operations and make sure crews have the information, equipment, and resources needed to complete their work.
- Monitor crew productivity, schedules, equipment problems, and field conditions.
- Identify and address project risks that could affect safety, cost, schedule, or quality.
- Ensure drilling work meets company quality standards and project requirements.
- Resolve problems affecting safety, budget, schedule, quality, or client satisfaction.
- Work closely with the Drilling Department Assistant, Project Managers, field crews, and geotechnical staff to keep projects running smoothly.
- Remain responsible for the overall performance of drilling operations, including work delegated to the Drilling Department Assistant.
Skills & Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in geotechnical drilling; supervisory experience preferred.
- Strong knowledge of geotechnical drilling methods, equipment, tooling, and field operations.
- Experience supervising drilling crews and coordinating multiple projects and schedules.
- Strong understanding of drilling equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, and safe operation.
- Ability to read project plans, boring locations, and site information and coordinate field layout.
- Understanding of project budgets, cost estimating, labor and equipment costs, and productivity.
- Strong safety awareness and commitment to maintaining safe field operations.
- Good organizational and problem-solving skills with the ability to adjust quickly to changing field conditions and priorities.
- Strong communication and leadership skills and the ability to work effectively with field crews, project managers, engineers, and clients.
- Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office and the ability to learn company project management and scheduling systems.
- Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record; CDL preferred.
Meskel & Associates Engineering – Construction Services Manager
MAE is seeking a proven leader to manage and grow our Construction Services Division throughout Northeast Florida and the surrounding region.
The Construction Services Manager will provide leadership for our construction materials testing, special inspections, and field services operations while serving as a key contributor to MAE’s continued growth. The successful candidate will help shape the future of the division by developing opportunities, mentoring staff, strengthening client partnerships, and expanding MAE’s presence throughout the marketplace.
Job Responsibilities
Lead Business Growth
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with contractors, developers, owners, architects, engineers, and public agencies.
- Identify opportunities to expand MAE’s services and strengthen existing client partnerships.
- Pursue and secure new work through relationship development, market engagement, and strategic business development efforts.
- Represent MAE within professional organizations, industry associations, and community events.
- Collaborate with company leadership to establish and execute growth initiatives.
Principal Responsibility of the Construction Services Division
- Provide overall leadership and direction for construction materials testing, special inspections, and laboratory operations.
- Ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and in accordance with company quality standards.
- Oversee project execution, staffing, scheduling, resource allocation, and client satisfaction.
- Review proposals, technical reports, contracts, and project deliverables.
- Drive operational excellence while maintaining a strong client-service focus.
Develop People
- Lead, mentor, and develop project managers, laboratory and field technicians, and support staff.
- Build a culture centered on professionalism, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
- Support recruiting efforts and help develop the next generation of leaders within the division.
- Foster an environment where employees are empowered to grow professionally and contribute to the success of the company.
Manage Performance and Profitability
- Oversee departmental financial performance, including revenue growth, profitability, staffing utilization, and resource planning.
- Participate in budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning activities.
- Monitor performance and implement initiatives that support sustainable growth and operational efficiency.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
- Ten or more years of experience in construction services, construction materials testing, inspections, consulting engineering, or a related field.
- 5+ years of progressive B2B sales and business development experience, preferably in the AEC or consulting engineering industry.
- Strong understanding of consultative or solution-based selling.
- Demonstrated success in new client acquisition and revenue generation within complex, multi-stakeholder environments.
- Proven ability to develop client relationships and contribute to business growth.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and relationship-building skills.
- Demonstrated success leading teams and managing operations.
- Experience in managing budgets, operational performance, and business objectives.
- A Professional Engineer license is NOT required for this position. However, an engineer, a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited university and the ability to obtain Florida licensure within six months of hire is expected.
Meskel & Associates Engineering – Geotechnical Driller
Benesch – https://www.benesch.com/
Transportation Design Practice Lead – Florida
Our Florida Division is experiencing tremendous growth as we continue to expand our design services, client partnerships, and presence across the state. Spanning four offices in Jacksonville, Tampa, Fort Lauderdale, and Miami, the team maintains a highly collaborative and close-knit culture built on strong relationships, shared success, and a commitment to supporting one another across offices and disciplines.
As we continue to invest in the growth of our transportation design services throughout Florida, we are seeking an experienced Transportation Design Practice Lead who is excited to leverage their relationships, expertise, and vision to expand Benesch’s existing transportation presence while supporting a broad range of transportation services, including roadway design, transportation planning, traffic engineering, PD&E, hydraulics, and multidisciplinary infrastructure projects.
In this role, you will shape the next chapter of our Florida Transportation Design practice by influencing strategy, developing future leaders, and strengthening and expanding relationships with transportation agencies, including FDOT Districts 1, 2, 5, and 7, as well as key county and municipal partners across Florida. Approximately 60% of the time will be spent on business development, client engagement, strategic pursuits, and market growth, with the remaining 40% dedicated to people leadership, project oversight, team development, and technical guidance. If you’re energized by business development, leadership, mentoring others, and the opportunity to build something meaningful, we’d love to connect!
Location
This position can be based in any of our Florida offices, including Jacksonville, Tampa, Fort Lauderdale, Orlando, or Miami, with flexibility to collaborate across our statewide footprint.
The Impact You Will Have
• Lead the evolution of Florida’s Transportation Design practice, helping transform a strong foundation into a premier transportation program recognized throughout the state.
• Leverage your relationships, expertise, and vision to expand Benesch’s transportation design presence, open doors to new opportunities, and strengthen our position across Florida’s transportation market.
• Build and develop a high-performing design team while fostering a culture of collaboration, growth, accountability, and leadership development for the next generation of transportation professionals.
• Leave a lasting impact on both the business and the communities we serve by helping to shape the design practice’s future direction, advancing transportation infrastructure, and influencing the legacy Benesch creates throughout Florida.
What We Are Looking For
• A proven transportation design leader with a track record of growing client relationships, winning meaningful work, and driving long-term business growth within the public sector transportation market.
• A strategic and collaborative leader who can balance business development, project delivery, and people leadership while mentoring teams, developing future leaders, and building a culture of accountability and excellence.
• A builder who is energized by the opportunity to shape the future of a growing transportation design practice, expand market presence, create new opportunities, and leave a lasting impact on the communities we serve.
• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related discipline and an active Florida Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• 15+ years of progressive transportation engineering and leadership experience supporting FDOT, counties, municipalities, and other public sector transportation agencies.
• Demonstrated success in pursuing, winning, managing, and delivering roadway design, transportation engineering, traffic engineering, and multidisciplinary transportation projects.
• Strong business development, project management, financial management, and client relationship experience.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and relationship-building skills with the ability to influence clients, stakeholders, and multidisciplinary teams.
Why Benesch
• It’s simple. We invest in our people, not just our projects.
• Career growth that’s real with leadership development, training, and clear paths forward
• Strong financial future with up to 9% retirement contribution for benefit-eligible employees
• Flexibility that works with schedules that support your life
• Time to recharge with generous paid time off and parental leave for benefit-eligible employees
• Support beyond work through mentorship, hands-on experience, and opportunities to make an impact from day one
• Whether you’re starting your career or bringing years of experience, you’ll have the support and exposure to grow here.
Apply at https://www.benesch.com/job-openings/ or send your resume to Jeremy at jbonewitz@benesch.com for consideration.
Benesch – https://www.benesch.com/
Transportation Design Practice Lead – Florida
Our Florida Division is experiencing tremendous growth as we continue to expand our design services, client partnerships, and presence across the state. Spanning four offices in Jacksonville, Tampa, Fort Lauderdale, and Miami, the team maintains a highly collaborative and close-knit culture built on strong relationships, shared success, and a commitment to supporting one another across offices and disciplines.
As we continue to invest in the growth of our transportation design services throughout Florida, we are seeking an experienced Transportation Design Practice Lead who is excited to leverage their relationships, expertise, and vision to expand Benesch’s existing transportation presence while supporting a broad range of transportation services, including roadway design, transportation planning, traffic engineering, PD&E, hydraulics, and multidisciplinary infrastructure projects.
In this role, you will shape the next chapter of our Florida Transportation Design practice by influencing strategy, developing future leaders, and strengthening and expanding relationships with transportation agencies, including FDOT Districts 1, 2, 5, and 7, as well as key county and municipal partners across Florida. Approximately 60% of the time will be spent on business development, client engagement, strategic pursuits, and market growth, with the remaining 40% dedicated to people leadership, project oversight, team development, and technical guidance. If you’re energized by business development, leadership, mentoring others, and the opportunity to build something meaningful, we’d love to connect!
Location
This position can be based in any of our Florida offices, including Jacksonville, Tampa, Fort Lauderdale, Orlando, or Miami, with flexibility to collaborate across our statewide footprint.
The Impact You Will Have
• Lead the evolution of Florida’s Transportation Design practice, helping transform a strong foundation into a premier transportation program recognized throughout the state.
• Leverage your relationships, expertise, and vision to expand Benesch’s transportation design presence, open doors to new opportunities, and strengthen our position across Florida’s transportation market.
• Build and develop a high-performing design team while fostering a culture of collaboration, growth, accountability, and leadership development for the next generation of transportation professionals.
• Leave a lasting impact on both the business and the communities we serve by helping to shape the design practice’s future direction, advancing transportation infrastructure, and influencing the legacy Benesch creates throughout Florida.
What We Are Looking For
• A proven transportation design leader with a track record of growing client relationships, winning meaningful work, and driving long-term business growth within the public sector transportation market.
• A strategic and collaborative leader who can balance business development, project delivery, and people leadership while mentoring teams, developing future leaders, and building a culture of accountability and excellence.
• A builder who is energized by the opportunity to shape the future of a growing transportation design practice, expand market presence, create new opportunities, and leave a lasting impact on the communities we serve.
• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related discipline and an active Florida Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• 15+ years of progressive transportation engineering and leadership experience supporting FDOT, counties, municipalities, and other public sector transportation agencies.
• Demonstrated success in pursuing, winning, managing, and delivering roadway design, transportation engineering, traffic engineering, and multidisciplinary transportation projects.
• Strong business development, project management, financial management, and client relationship experience.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and relationship-building skills with the ability to influence clients, stakeholders, and multidisciplinary teams.
Why Benesch
• It’s simple. We invest in our people, not just our projects.
• Career growth that’s real with leadership development, training, and clear paths forward
• Strong financial future with up to 9% retirement contribution for benefit-eligible employees
• Flexibility that works with schedules that support your life
• Time to recharge with generous paid time off and parental leave for benefit-eligible employees
• Support beyond work through mentorship, hands-on experience, and opportunities to make an impact from day one
• Whether you’re starting your career or bringing years of experience, you’ll have the support and exposure to grow here.
Apply at https://www.benesch.com/job-openings/ or send your resume to Jeremy at jbonewitz@benesch.com for consideration.
Palmer Engineering – Civil Engineer
Palmer Engineering is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Civil Engineer with 5-10 years
of professional experience to join either our Jacksonville or Orlando, Florida offices. This role
offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the planning, design, and
implementation of transportation projects.
Why Join Palmer Engineering?
Innovative Projects: Work on a variety of transportation projects – from highway design and traffic studies to pedestrian safety and urban street improvements Professional Growth: Collaborate with experts, gain mentorship from experienced
engineers, and lead meaningful, community-focused projects Regional Impact: Help strengthen communities across Kentucky, Tennessee, Ohio,
Florida, and West Virginia Collaborative Culture: Enjoy competitive pay, great benefits, and a supportive, tight-knit team that values your ideas and contributions.
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead and support the design of transportation projects, including highways, streets, intersections, and pedestrian facilities
• Perform field investigations and collect data for roadway assessments, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) reviews, and other transportation-related analyses
• Utilize engineering software (e.g., OpenRoads Designer, Microstation, AutoCAD) to create detailed plans, perform quantity estimates, generate roadway alignments and cross sections, analyze survey data, and specifications
• Assist with marketing and business development efforts
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including urban planners, environmental scientists, and construction managers, to ensure project success
• Prepare and lead project reports, technical documents, and presentations for clients and stakeholders
• Participate in community engagement efforts to gather input and address public concerns related to transportation projects
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and industry standards
• Stay current with advancements in transportation engineering and sustainability practices
What We’re Looking For:
• Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field
• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• 5-10 years of experience in transportation engineering on FDOT projects
• Proficiency with industry-standard design software such as OpenRoads Designer, Microstation, AutoCAD, HEC-RAS, or similar
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Experience and familiarity with the procurement process for FDOT projects
• Proficient in MS Office Suite programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project)
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Ability to manage time effectively and handle multiple tasks concurrently
• Eagerness to learn and take on new challenges in a fast-paced environment
• Experience as Engineer of Record (EOR) on FDOT projects, Pavement Designs, Typical Section Packages, and Design Variations and Exceptions preferred
What We Offer
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – become an employee-owner
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and holidays
Flexible work arrangements
Growth & Development
Professional development and continuing education opportunities
Mentorship from experienced engineers and industry leaders
Clear paths for career growth and leadership
Culture & Community
Collaborative, inclusive, and supportive team environment
A culture that values creativity, connection, and community
Opportunities to contribute to meaningful projects that strengthen and improve communities.
The base salary range for this position is $115,00.00 to $150,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
About Palmer Engineering
Founded in 1969, Palmer Engineering is a leading employee-owned civil and structural engineering and surveying firm dedicated to improving communities through thoughtful, sustainable infrastructure. Headquartered in Winchester, Kentucky, with 11 offices across Kentucky, Ohio, Tennessee, West Virginia, and Florida, we’ve successfully completed thousands of projects for government and private clients. Our expertise spans transportation, bridge and structural design, civil site development, traffic engineering, water resources, and environmental services.
At Palmer, we’re passionate about designing and improving the infrastructure that connects communities and enhances quality of life. You’ll join a collaborative, innovative, and people-first team that values professional growth, mentorship, and making a meaningful impact every day.
Palmer Engineering Company is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Contact: Jennifer Leslie: Office number 859-744-1218 ext 2207 or Jleslie@palmernet.com
Four Waters Engineering – Civil/Environmental Engineering Associate
Job Posting: Civil/Environmental Engineering Associate
Location: Jacksonville Beach, Florida
Pay: $70,000.00 – $90,000.00 per year
Job description:
Four Waters Engineering, Inc. (4Waters) is looking for a Civil/Environmental Engineering Associate to join our team in Jacksonville Beach. This position offers the opportunity for a skilled, motivated, enthusiastic individual to work with our small team of water and wastewater professionals on a variety of project types including transmission and collection systems, pump stations, treatment facilities, and more.
Successful candidate will have the following:
- 3 – 5+ years of experience in infrastructure engineering industry
- Bachelor’s level degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering
- Certified EI or PE or ability to obtain certification
- Working knowledge of GIS, engineering design programs (AutoCAD, Civil 3D, etc.), and/or
hydraulic modeling software - Diverse skills and professional interests
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Responsibilities:
- Work as part of a design team on projects including utility infrastructure design.
- Perform and assist with hydrologic and hydraulic evaluations/modeling, conceptual
designs, and asset management. - Assist in preparation of written reports and documentation, project correspondence,
drawings, and specifications for studies, design, permitting, and construction. - Perform and participate in field work and site visits including construction administration
and observation support. - Interact with clients, subconsultants, regulatory agencies, and contractors using strong
communication and interpersonal skills.
At 4Waters, we are committed to a culture that helps our employees develop personally and professionally. When you work for 4Waters, your ideas matter, you’re always learning, and you’re in a position to have a positive effect on the community. 4Waters Offers professional development, challenging work, competitive benefits, and a team-oriented environment.
Send resumes to: kbleuer@4weng.com and visit our website: Four Waters Engineering