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  • Tampa, FL
  • December 2, 2024

GovHRUSA

MGT is pleased to partner with the City of Tampa in the recruitment of a Transportation Engineering Manager.     We invite passionate and innovative candidates to apply for this key leadership role that offers a unique opportunity to contribute to transformative projects that will visibly enhance transportation initiatives in Tampa.  We seek an innovative leader who will promote teamwork, collaborate with leaders of other Mobility divisions, introduce innovative solutions, and connect with residents to cultivate a vibrant community for everyone.  
 
Join Team Tampa to help make a lasting impact on our metropolitan area and embrace the opportunity to oversee the city’s transportation programs and capital projects to meet current and future improvement needs.  You will plan, design, and supervise construction of streets and bridges and coordinates land-use, urban design objectives, transportation models engagement and outreach efforts related to transportation projects and traffic analysis for development/redevelopment projects and ensures mobility, livability, accessibility, sustainability, and resilience. 
 
The division has 40 team members, and the Chief Transportation Engineer and Chief Transportation Planner report directly to the Manager.  Click here for full Transportation Engineering Manager job description. This is an appointed position and serves at the pleasure of the mayor and reports to the Director of Transportation Services
 
Opportunities and Challenges
  • Working on Generational Projects – Contribute to trailbrazing projects that will visibly enhance transportation initiatives in Tampa by overseeing engineering projects and asset management on such as: MOVES Plan, Vision Zero, West River District Multi-Modal Network and Safety ImprovementsPedestrian Safety ImprovementsSpeed Mitigation Treatments and Extending Streetcar Program – while elevating your professional status and resume
  • Advocacy Mindset –Tampa is proactively recruiting and working in partnership with advocacy groups to create a supportive local ecosystem that empowers collaboration with city staff to develop mutually beneficial solutions.
  • Budget Oversight – This role requires identifying project scopes, monitoring for any shortfalls, and finding ways to address them. 
  • Leading an amazing in-house team to pursue goals and objectives – The manager has a strong team and must learn, understand assignments and how to support, clear roadblocks and assist without redirecting.  
  • Partner with Smart Mobility and Planning Colleagues – Establish a collaborative relationship to achieve many joint goals and objectives.  
Minimum Qualifications
  • Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field, preferably a master’s degree.
  • A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in transportation engineering including three (3) years in supervisory and administrative experience.
  • Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Florida or Professional Engineer registration from another state and the ability to obtain Florida registration within six (6) months from date of employment. 
  • Familiarity with the grant management process is highly desirable.
  • Possession of a valid Florida driver’s license.
 
Additional Information  Salary range for the position is: $105,000- $170,000 with an anticipated hiring range up to $155,000 depending on qualifications.  In addition, Tampa has generous benefits, retirement and wellness packages. Details can be found at City of Tampa, FL Employee Benefits Guide  The deadline date for application is December 2, 2024. Relocation assistance is available to the selected candidate.  
 
For consideration, candidates must meet the minimum qualifications and apply online. Please submit a current resume, responses to the supplemental questions, cover letter, and contact information for four to five supervisory and professional references. For confidential questions, please feel free to contact Joan Walko, MGT Senior Consultant, confidentially at (410) 499-9586.

 
Florida Sunshine Laws – Please be aware that all aspects of this recruitment are open to public records requests throughout the process.
 
Veteran's Preference is given according to Florida Law. Please answer the supplemental questions and attach a copy of your DD214 and service-related disability documentation (if applicable) to your application prior to the job posting closing date. 



Application Deadline: December 2, 2024 

Posted: 2024-11-25


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