Design Lead Jobs in Florida

Moffatt & Nichol specializes in large complex waterfront infrastructure projects and is recognized as one of the worldwide leaders in this field. We are actively looking for a Bentley Digital Design Lead to join our Corporate Transportation Team in our Orlando office.

The Bentley Digital Design Lead will serve as Moffatt and Nichol’s principal technical leader for all Bentley-related services, providing strategic direction, oversight, and technical excellence for strategic growth companywide. This role is responsible for advancing digital design delivery, ensuring quality delivery, maintaining compliance with industry standards, and fostering collaboration among multidisciplinary teams within the M&N environment.

Acting as both a strategic advisor and a technical leader, the Bentley Digital Design Lead will train design professionals, outline design standards / protocol, provide oversight, mentorship, and guidance to multidisciplinary teams, while cultivating strong relationships with clients, partners, and regulatory agencies. The position combines visionary leadership with deep technical expertise to advance the firm’s mission of delivering safe, sustainable, and efficient systems.

About Moffatt & Nichol:

Moffatt & Nichol is a leading U.S.-based global infrastructure advisor specializing in the planning and design of facilities that shape and serve our coastlines, harbors and rivers, as well as an innovator in transportation. For the 5th year in a row, Moffatt & Nichol is Ranked #1 in Engineering News-Record for Marine & Port Facilities in the U.S. Additionally, our firm consistently ranks in the Top 100 Pure Designers in the US and the Top 50 Designers in International Markets.

Moffatt & Nichol's professional staff includes engineers, planners, scientists and architects who serve our global client base from offices in Europe, North America, Latin America, and the Pacific Rim. The firm provides clients worldwide with customized service and a level of excellence that have become the firm’s hallmark in several primary practice areas – ports and harbors; coastal, environmental and water resources; urban waterfronts and marinas; transportation, bridges and rail; inspection and rehabilitation; and energy.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as M&N’s Bentley digital design lead.
• Responsible for leading, developing, and scaling M&N’s companywide Bentley design program (roadway, rail and structures capabilities), including but not limited to, training, technical oversight, development of design standards and workspace environment.
• Establish a cohort of Bentley design leaders across M&N. Provide supporting leadership in the development of the Bentley Community of Practice.
• Coordinate with M&N’s IT in the development of the Bentley Digital Design program. Develop and maintain design workspace and workflows for Bentley digital design services.
• Partner with the Autodesk lead in the training and development of the digital delivery program at M&N.
• Provide companywide leadership in the development and implementation of Bentley program.

Additional responsibilities:

• Provide strategic leadership for engineering services, aligning technical capabilities with business objectives
• Establish and maintain technical standards, design methodologies, and best practices across all project phases from planning and feasibility to detailed design and construction support
• Serve as the technical authority on all Bentley-related services, including highways, bridges, transit, rail, and infrastructure
• Lead development and implementation of technical standards, quality control procedures, and best practices across all transportation projects
• Mentor and develop technical staff; build a culture of quality, innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Support business development by providing technical expertise in pursuits, client presentations, and proposal development
• Oversee project execution from planning through design and construction, maintaining alignment with the defined scope, budget, and schedule
• Provide high-level technical reviews of project deliverables for accuracy, constructability, and compliance with applicable codes, standards, and regulations.
• Collaborate with project managers to mitigate risks and resolve complex technical challenges
• Promote advanced design practices including digital delivery, BIM for infrastructure, sustainable materials, and innovative modeling tools to improve quality and efficiency
• Maintain the highest standards of technical quality, safety, and regulatory compliance across all engineering operations
• Identify skill gaps and lead initiatives to strengthen technical competencies through training, knowledge sharing, and performance management
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, regulatory agencies, and industry partners

Other Duties:

Please note this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Transportation Engineering; required;
• 15+ yrs of experience in Transportation Engineering; required
• Professional Engineer (PE) licensure in Florida or the ability to obtain via reciprocity within 6 months of hire; required
• Experience with development of transportation technical design program; required
• Expertise with Bentley related design services in consulting engineering; required
• Experience in training and providing oversight to design professionals in design standards / protocols; required
• Excellent communication skills (verbal, written, and presentation)
• Availability and willingness to travel
• All new hires will be required to successfully complete and pass a pre-employment (post offer) background check in compliance with NIST 800-171
• Moffatt & Nichol uses E-Verify and employment is contingent upon the legal ability to obtain employment in the U.S. and to present the required documentation at hire

Physical Requirements:

Work is generally performed in an office or client office setting. Ability to use standard office equipment is required. Travel will be required.

Moffatt & Nichol’s Employment Benefits:

At Moffatt & Nichol, we genuinely care about our team and strive to create a warm, welcoming environment. We’re excited to offer a range of great benefits and cover many costs to support you. Here are some highlights:

• We offer a comprehensive, highly competitive benefits package with low employee contributions
  • Family coverage is available
  • Low-deductible plan available
• Generous HSA match to help manage healthcare expenses
• Stay energized with our amazing Wellness Program (with financial incentives) to keep you healthy and fit
  • Features include: monthly one-on-one sessions with nutritionists, access to a Healthwise Pharmacist, mindfulness apps like The Calm and BetterHelp, and more
• Free and confidential Employee Assistance Programs for counseling and support
• Generous Paid time off (15 to 25 days based on experience level), Paid Holidays (7), and a floating holiday
• 401(k) match to help you reach your financial goals
• Excellent Life Insurance coverage, fully paid by the company
• You may also have the option to further your education with our comprehensive Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Plus, there are plenty of training opportunities, a Leadership Development Program, a formal Mentoring program, an active YP (Young Professionals) group, and so much more
• And because we care about all members of your family, we offer Pet Insurance to look after your furry friends

Moffatt & Nichol’s EEO Statement:

As a global business, Moffatt & Nichol relies on diversity of culture and thought to deliver on our goal of Creative People, Practical Solutions® serving our client needs, and ensures nondiscrimination in all activities in accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. We draw from the world’s best and brightest, regardless of geographic, cultural, or institutional background. This approach enables us to better understand and serve our clients, foster innovation, and create a rich, collaborative work environment. Moffatt & Nichol is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity / Federal Contractor desiring priority referrals of all protected veterans for job openings.

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