Director of Project Development - Forensic Investigations

Location: Dallas, TX or Austin, TX (onsite) Type: Full-Time Industry: Forensic Civil Engineering / Infrastructure Overview: Join a dynamic, values-driven engineering and architecture firm dedicated to delivering exceptional service to clients and communities. Our client emphasizes respect, professional growth, collaboration, and results. Team members are encouraged to explore innovative solutions, contribute to meaningful projects, and help turn clients’ visions into reality. With competitive benefits, training, and mentorship, this role offers a pathway to a rewarding career beyond just a job. Position Summary: This is a leadership opportunity for an entrepreneurial structural or forensic engineering professional who can combine technical expertise, client development, team leadership, and business growth. The Director will oversee complex forensic investigations, develop client relationships, mentor engineering staff, and help shape the long-term strategy for the Florida market. The ideal candidate is an experienced engineering leader who is ready to build a regional practice while remaining actively engaged in technical work and client relationships. Key Responsibilities: Technical & Project Leadership Lead forensic engineering investigations involving structural damage, failures, deterioration, and construction defects Oversee facility condition assessments and building evaluations Investigate structural failures and building performance issues Review technical findings and ensure delivery of high-quality engineering reports Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineering staff Serve as a trusted technical advisor to clients Business Development & Practice Growth Develop and execute a strategic business development plan for the Florida market Build and maintain relationships with new and existing clients Identify opportunities for new projects and market expansion Lead client presentations, interviews, and proposal development Represent the firm within the engineering and construction community Drive client satisfaction and long-term partnerships Help establish and execute the long-term strategy for the Florida Investigative practice Team Leadership Mentor, coach, and develop engineering staff Recruit, hire, and retain top engineering talent Delegate work effectively and support employee development Foster collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement Lead quality assurance and quality control initiatives Build a positive, engaged, and high-performing team culture Business & Operational Management Manage project profitability and financial performance Monitor project schedules, budgets, and resource allocation Support staffing forecasts and workload planning Identify operational improvements that increase efficiency and client value Contribute to strategic planning for the Florida practice Physical Requirements: Ability to lift or move objects weighing up to 50 pounds Ability and willingness to climb ladders and scaffolding, work from elevated locations, walk roofs, access crawl spaces, and inspect areas with limited accessibility Ability to safely perform field investigations in a variety of environmental conditions Ability to travel to project sites throughout Texas and occasionally to surrounding states. Ability to operate a motor vehicle safely and drive extended distances as required to support client and project needs. Prolonged sitting at a computer workstation. Ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing. Close vision for computer and document review. Occasional walking, standing, or reaching as necessary. Ability to lift up to 15 pounds. Consistent, reliable attendance and punctuality. Qualifications: Required Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Structur