Are you an experienced executive prepared to assume multiple leadership roles and influence Florida's engineering community through professional development, education, advocacy, and leadership? To help shape the future of these non-profit organizations in Tallahassee, Florida, the American Council of Engineering Companies of Florida (ACEC Florida) and the Florida Engineering Society (FES) are looking for a creative Executive Director.

The Executive Director serves as the Chief Executive Officer, responsible for strategic leadership, operational excellence, government advocacy, and member engagement. In addition to working closely with ACEC National and regional partners, this person will oversee employees and represent the organization to state and municipal agencies. In addition to continuously monitoring, evaluating, and reacting to any legislation that can negatively impact Member Firms or the professional engineering profession's license and practice, the Executive Director must have a thorough understanding of the legislative process.

To people who are enthusiastic about the engineering profession, ideal candidates will bring more than 15 years of executive leadership experience, a history of successful fundraising and membership growth, a love of public policy, and a solid understanding of association management and oversight.

Apply by September 26, 2025, by submitting your cover letter and resume to ED_resume@outlook.com.

Florida Engineering Society
The Florida Engineering Society (FES) has been the premier organization in the Sunshine State dedicated to promoting engineers and the engineering profession for more than a century. Florida's engineering community is primarily represented by the FES, which is actively pursuing the industry's interest in Tallahassee, Florida. Through its network of more than 3,000 professional engineers, FES is facilitating successful career choices and giving people the chance to network with engineers in their communities through its:

• 38 Member Board of Directors
• 19 Local and Student Chapters in 7 Regions Across Florida
• 4 Practice Sections
• 10 Staff Members and 5 Professional Consultants

American Council of Engineering Companies of Florida
With more than 300 Member Firms and more than 20,000 engineers working for them, the American Council of Engineering Companies of Florida (ACEC Florida) is the premier voice for Florida's engineering sector. ACEC Florida supports policies that expand Florida's infrastructure and economy, encourages excellence in the engineering profession, and advocates for the engineering business. A top strategic priority for ACEC Florida is strengthening its long-standing and vital connection with the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT). Located in Tallahassee, Florida, ACEC Florida is a member organization of the national American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC National).  ACEC Florida uses advocacy, legislative action, education, and growth opportunities to support the engineering industry. It accomplishes these objectives through its:

• 21 Member Board of Directors
• 13 Committee Chairs
• 7 Regions
• 10 Staff Members and 5 Professional Consultants

Responsibilities include:

• Collaborating with the FES and ACEC Florida Boards of Directors to support effective governance, strategic alignment and performance monitoring.
• Provide strategic leadership, operational management and financial oversight to secure effective member engagement, successful external relations, and public policy results.
• Ensure long-term sustainability, sound financial practices and alignment with the missions of FES and ACEC Florida.
• Ensure compliance with all legal, fiscal, and ethical standards, upholding the integrity and accountability expected of leading non-profit organizations.
• Develop a strategic plan to increase membership, expand programmatic impact, and ensure long-term financial sustainability.
• Implement and advance innovative strategies that amplify the association's missions and position them for long-term impact in a rapidly evolving landscape.
• Provide strategic oversight of day-to-day operations, ensuring the effective deployment of the association’s financial, human, and intellectual resources.
• Foster a people-centered culture that prioritizes collaboration, professional development, mutual respect, and a shared commitment to excellence.
• Empower and support staff by investing in their growth, encouraging cross-functional teamwork, and creating an environment where ideas and contributions are valued.
• Lead by example to model transparency and accountability.
• Drive key results in membership and fundraising by identifying and cultivating key strategies and tactics.
• Expand the association’s community by strengthening connections with members, supporters, partners, and stakeholders across sectors.
• Model exceptional communication and representational skills, reinforcing the association’s role as a highly respected, nonpartisan convener of engineering professionals.

Strategic Priorities and Outcomes
Success in this role will be demonstrated by:

• Preserving and strengthening the association's commitment to the individual engineering members and the engineering industry.
• Increasing visibility through membership engagement, strategic partnerships, and public-facing thought leadership.
• Driving results in membership growth and non-dues revenue by cultivating membership, partners, foundations, and public sources.
• Champion ACEC Florida's role as a critical stakeholder in FDOT policy, procurement, and planning decisions.

Leadership Attributes

• Strategic thinker with vision and execution skills.
• Skilled communicator, facilitator, and relationship builder.
• Deep commitment to the sustainability of the engineering community.
• Charismatic, a credible voice, and the ability to quickly pivot to achieve success.

Personal Qualities

• Mission-driven, collaborative, organized, and detail-oriented.
• Adaptable, proactive, and curious with integrity and resilience.

Additional Details

• Reports to the Boards of Directors.
• Location: Tallahassee, Florida.
• Compensation: Competitive, commensurate with experience.
• Frequent statewide travel required visiting regions and chapters.
• Attend National Association of Engineering Council Executives (NAECE) meetings, participating in the Organization’s leadership, as well as ACEC National Convention, Legislative Summit and Fall Conferences.
• Establish a strong relationship with leadership and staff at FDOT.

Candidate Profile

• (15+) years of senior leadership experience, preferably in association management.
• Prior C-suite experience with P&L oversight and board engagement.
• Expertise in financial stewardship, membership growth, non-dues revenue, and revenue diversification.
• Proven ability to lead, particularly with non-profit governance and regulatory frameworks.
• Bachelor’s degree required.

About FES | ACEC Florida

FES and ACEC Florida support engineering education, advocate licensure, promote the ethical and competent practice of engineering, and enhance the image and well-being of all engineers in the state of Florida; and furthers the public’s knowledge and understanding of the importance of the profession.

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