Job DescriptionJMT is seeking an experienced leader with an entrepreneurial spirit to serve as
Office Leader for our Washington, DC office. The Office Leader will provide leadership for the DC team, strengthen client relationships, support business growth, and develop a high-performing office and its future leaders.
The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the DC-area transportation or water-energy-environment market, excellent communication and relationship-building skills with employees, clients, partners, and leadership, and a genuine commitment to developing people and building teams.
Compensation for this position is $190k - $260k, commensurate with experience, education and certifications. The provided range is a good faith estimate based on the requirements described within the job description. We notice that we receive a wide variety of applicants and recognize that the person selected may be less experienced or more experienced. If so, the actual salary range may vary from the estimate provided.
BenefitsJMT offers outstanding opportunities for career and professional growth. We are 100% employee-owned (ESOP) and offer outstanding health care coverage and other benefits, including:
- Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Company paid Life and Disability Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Caregiver Leave Program
- 401K Retirement Plan (Traditional and Roth options)
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Career Development Programs
- And more...
- Benefits | JMT
Essential Functions and Responsibilities- Provide overall leadership for the DC office by establishing a clear vision, fostering a positive, inclusive, and collaborative culture, and promoting accountability, trust, and mutual respect.
- Coach and mentor multidisciplinary professionals, creating an environment that encourages continuous learning, multidisciplinary collaboration, and the development of emerging leaders.
- Provide effective people management through thoughtful hiring, clear expectations, ongoing performance feedback and recognition, appropriate accountability, and constructive resolution of employee concerns.
- Promote collaboration across disciplines and with JMT's Herndon and Vienna offices.
- Manage contracts and provide oversight of Project Managers.
- Maintain close liaison with clients to resolve project questions.
- Support the financial performance and operational success of the office.
- Forecast administrative staffing, and facility needs for office.
- Oversight and development of proposals, procurement schedules and business development activities in collaboration with marketing staff.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients and partners, as well as develop new clients in the Washington, DC market.
- Represent JMT in the DC market and strengthen the firm's reputation and presence in the region.
- Support growth across JMT's transportation, water-energy-environment, building and infrastructure and related services.
- Collaborate with Area, Regional and Corporate leadership to support work-share and advance JMT's strategic goals
Nonessential Functions and Responsibilities- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Required Experience- Bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, or other related areas in the AEC Industry
- 15+ years of industry experience including supervisory, project management, and business development
Preferred Experience- Registered engineer or holder of discipline-specific licensure in the District of Columbia.
- Master's degree in engineering, related fields, or MBA.
- Prior experience leading a multidisciplinary office, business unit, or practice area.
- Recognized history of mentoring and coaching technical professionals and emerging leaders.
Working Conditions: Work is performed within a general office environment. Work is generally sedentary in nature, but may require occasional standing and walking. Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. within the office environment.
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