Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson Inc, Sparks

Office Leader - Engineering

Transportation
15+ years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering required; Master's preferred.
  • Registered Professional Engineer in DC.
  • 20+ years of industry experience necessary.
  • Strong background in transportation and infrastructure markets in the DC area.
  • Proven track record in supervisory and business development roles.

Responsibilities

  • Provide overall leadership for the DC office, creating a positive and inclusive culture.
  • Mentor staff and develop future leaders within the office.
  • Oversee hiring, training, and performance management processes.
  • Facilitate collaboration with JMT's other offices in Herndon and Vienna.
  • Manage contracts and supervise Project Managers effectively.
  • Maintain close relationships with clients to resolve their project concerns.
  • Seal and sign construction documents as needed.
  • Enhance the financial performance and operations of the office.
  • Forecast staffing and facility requirements for the office.
  • Lead business development efforts and develop competitive proposals.
  • Strengthen JMT's presence and reputation in the DC market.
  • Support growth across various services offered by JMT.

Benefits

  • 100% employee-owned through an ESOP.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Company-paid life and disability insurance.
  • Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
  • Paid caregiver leave program.
  • 401K retirement plan with both Traditional and Roth options.
  • Opportunities for career development and professional growth.
Full Job Description
Job Description

JMT 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 and infrastructure market, excellent communication and relationship-building skills, and a genuine commitment to developing people and building teams.

Compensation for this position is $210k - $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.

Benefits

JMT 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, fostering a positive, inclusive, and collaborative culture.
  • Develop and mentor staff, create opportunities for advancement, and build the next generation of DC leaders.
  • Interview, hire, train, assign and directing work, appraise performance, reward and discipline employees, address complaints and resolve problems.
  • 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.
  • Seal/sign construction documents as appropriate.
  • 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

Required Experience
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering
  • Master's degree in engineering (Preferred)
  • Registered Professional Engineer in DC
  • 20+ years of industry experience including supervisory, project management, and business development.

Working Conditions

Successful candidate is expected to work primarily in-person. 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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About Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson Inc, Sparks

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson, Inc. (JMT) is an engineering and architecture firm that provides a range of services, including transportation planning and design, environmental engineering, construction management, and surveying. The company serves clients in the transportation, environmental, and construction industries, as well as government agencies and municipalities. JMT is headquartered in Sparks, Maryland, and has offices throughout the United States. The company was founded in 1971 and has grown to become one of the largest engineering firms in the country. JMT is committed to sustainability and has implemented a number of initiatives to reduce its environmental impact, including the use of renewable energy sources and the implementation of green building practices.
Learn more about Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson Inc, Sparks
Size
1,500 employees
Industry
Founded
1971

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