Welcome to Vaco – an uncommon company with an empowered culture. At Vaco, we welcome talented innovators seeking a collaborative environment where creative freedom rings.  

Since 2002, we have expanded to more than 40 locations, and we have no plans of slowing down anytime soon. We are seeking big thinkers to lead us into the future and explore the career of a lifetime. 

• Ranked the #1 Best Staffing Firm to Work for in North America by Staffing Industry Analysts (Category: 500+ Employees) 

• An Inc. 5000 fastest growing private company in America every year since 2007! 

A Day in the Life 

Your CFO client just called.  Her accounting department could really use help prepping for an upcoming audit.  Or maybe she needs a seasoned project manager to lead a merger integration.   

As Director of Business Development, you bring a strong network and elevated approach to consulting and/or staffing sales.  As a core revenue driver, you promote Vaco to area businesses for critical projects in audit, tax, finance, accounting, and more.   

Duties and Responsibilities 

• Grow and develop strong relationships with clients and senior accounting & financial leaders. 

• Work with an elite recruitment team to fulfill special projects and interim positions in audit, financial reporting, FP&A, M&A, taxation, software implementations, and more. 

• Keep a regular pulse on the market as it relates to businesses and hiring trends. (e.g., Expansions, mergers/acquisitions, dissolutions, relocations, new businesses entering the market, etc.…) 

• Establish and conduct client visits according to activity goals.  

• Actively develop and maintain a target account list. 

• Manage open client opportunities from intake to fulfillment.  

• The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.  

‘Best Place to Work’ Perks 

• True base salary and uncapped compensation package that surpasses industry standards. 

• Annual, FIVE STAR vacations (we call it “Vatopia”) for meeting top tier performance goals. 

• Annual world class training where all Vacotians, as we like to call them, get together to meet, learn, and exchange ideas.  

• Generous PTO that increases with tenure. 

• Technology packages that include smart phone coverage, up-to-date equipment, and top tier online resources. 

• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401k, pet insurance, life insurance, disability and more!  

Vaco Values 

Duties and responsibilities are to be performed while observing the following Core Tenets: 

• A Team First Approach, aligning with the core tenets: Proud to Wear Jersey, Stay Team Focused, and Assume Positive Intent 

• Self-Awareness, aligning with the core tenets Outlaws Welcome, Stay Coachable and Be Comfortable with Healthy Conflict 

• Solutions Oriented, aligning with the core tenets Be Entrepreneurial, Be Electable, Fix the Problem Not the Blame  

• Grit, aligning with the core tenets Work Hard, Stay Free and Play ‘til the Whistle. 

Desired Competencies and Skills: 

• Ensures Accountability:  holding self and others accountable to meet commitments.  

• Attracts Top Talent:  attracting and selecting the best talent to meet current and future business needs.  

• Manages Conflict:  handling conflict situations effectively, with a minimum of noise.  

• Customer Focus:  building strong customer relationships and delivering customer‐centric solutions.  

• Instills Trust ‐gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.  

• Drives Results:  consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances.  

• Being Resilient:  rebounding from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations.  

• Action Oriented:  taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.  

• Communicates Effectively:  developing and delivering multi‐mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.  

• Decision Quality: making sound and timely decisions that keep the team moving forward.  

• Drives Engagement:  creating a climate where people are motivated to do their best to help the organization achieve its objectives.  

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements below represent the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

Education/Experience:  

• Bachelor’s Degree required. CPA, CFA, MBA or other professional designation highly desired.  

• Minimum 5 to 7 years’ selling accounting/financial project solutions or comparable client relations experience in audit, tax, and/or public accounting. 

• Proven success achieving and/or exceeding performance goals.  

Work Environment: Hybrid (2x in office)

Technical Skills:  

• Must have working knowledge of MS Office Suite 

• Experience with Bullhorn preferred. 

Basic Skills:  

• Able to work with a sense of urgency and meet tight deadlines; Organized, detailed, and results driven. 

Travel: 

<10% -Occasional travel to annual conference or client sites 

What is this role?
As a Customer Experience Intern, you’ll support customers across email, phone, chat, and occasionally social media, helping deliver a positive, on-brand experience at every touchpoint. This is a hands-on opportunity to gain experience in a fast-paced eCommerce environment.

Driving Results: Respond to customer inquiries and troubleshoot issues quickly and efficiently across email, chat, phone, and occasional social media interactions.
Taking Ownership: Learn and navigate internal systems to manage and resolve customer needs from start to finish.
Making Decisions: Think critically and creatively to provide solutions that enhance the overall customer experience.
Cultivating Relationships: Deliver friendly, high-quality service while sharing customer feedback and insights with internal teams.
Instilling Trust: Communicate clearly, professionally, and consistently to build confidence in the brand.
Customer Focus: Go above and beyond to ensure every interaction leaves a positive, lasting impression.

What background should you have?

• Currently pursuing a degree in Communications, Marketing, Business, Public Relations, or a related field
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable multitasking across multiple channels (phone, email, chat, social)
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and computer skills
• Interest in customer experience, eCommerce, or direct-to-consumer brands

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or other relevant Engineering discipline
• Professional Engineering License
• Minimum of 10 years of specialized experience in Drinking Water Utilities, Pump Stations, Water Quality, and Treatment.
• Previous project management experience
• Strong experience working with local clients and regulatory agencies
• Ability to work both in the field and in office settings
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with Microsoft Excel, Word, Project, and Outlook
• Valid Florida driver’s license and clean driving record as driving is an essential part of the position

Preferred Qualifications:

• Relevant experience in Southwest Florida
• Florida PE license

Why you'll love working for us:

• Company-subsidized medical and dental.
• Company-paid life, short, and long-term disability.
• 401k match, tuition assistance, and more.
• Cross-training and the ability to work on a variety of projects.
• Performance-based bonuses or other incentives.
• Working with the best and brightest in the industry.
• 2,000+ employee national firm with 70+ locations across the US.

Req ID: 

#LI-TB1

5W is seeking a Senior Account Executive to join 5W’s Tech practice. The ideal individual will have worked with Tech - based clients within an agency setting, is an expert at pitching and possesses superior account and time management skills. This is an exciting opportunity that promises to offer challenges and professional development in an environment where drive, an entrepreneurial spirit, and a commitment to exceed expectations is a winning recipe for success.

Here’s what you’ll be doing:

• Create and develop media materials – press kits, press releases, media alerts, fact sheets, bios, case studies and backgrounders
• Develop pro-active pitch ideas for clients based on their industry, current trends and various announcements
• Drive consistent and impactful media results across your portfolio of clients
• Develop and nurture relationships with influential members of the Tech media and industry to develop placements
• Contribute to strategic communication plans, including media opportunities, tactics, and timelines as needed
• Monitor media and seek out speaking opportunities for clients as “experts in their field”, as needed
• Provide strong guidance and leadership to junior-level staff
• Daily client interaction to update, report on and discuss media relations
• Participate in brainstorming sessions to develop strategic/creative thinking for clients
• Additional research, duties and projects as required

Here’s what you have:

• S/B.A in Public Relations or related field
• 3-4 years of PR agency experience – with Tech experience preferred
• The ability to drive a robust volume of meaningful, top-tier placements
• Excellent written and verbal skills
• Creative and energetic personality!

Why you’ll love working here:

• Competitive salary with comprehensive benefits & wellness programs including partnership with ClassPass!
• Flexible PTO
• Summer Fridays and Winter, Spring, and Fall Fridays too!
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility and work-life balance
• Expanded parental leave and family planning support
• Continuous learning through “5W University” and development initiatives
• Student Loan Reimbursement
• Professional Development Support
• Exclusive access to season tickets for pro sports teams along with Broadway shows, and more!
• Charitable giving, including matching donations

Position Purpose   

As McAdams' representative, you'll be responsible for handling land surveying projects. Your duties will include supervising and managing the daily operations of the survey staff, as well as building and nurturing relationships with both public and private clients to provide high-quality land surveying services. Your goal is to ensure successful project delivery while meeting established performance objectives.  

Essential Functions + Responsibilities 

• Lead the land surveying team, provide resource management, resolve complex technical problems, coach, train, and mentor land surveying staff members, and work collaboratively with all team members on all aspects of project execution. 
• Establish, promote, and ensure quality on all project and work performed by group staff. 
• Promote a culture of safety among the survey staff members. 
• Develop proposals or contracts that ensure the contract scope is adequate for the project, provide the desired level of profitability, and ensure that the project schedule is viable. 
• Understand business initiatives and concerns of current and prospective clients to recognize and promote new opportunities and cross-sell other services provided by the firm. 
• Assist in the development of short-term and long-term strategic market sector plans. 
• Develop and foster client relations to perpetuate long term relationships. 
• Responsible for the profitable operation of the Tampa/Orlando surveying group. 

Qualifications 

• Must be a Licensed Professional Land Surveyor in the State of Florida.
• Bachelors in Geomatics preferred.
• 2-5 years years of office/field experience in Land Surveying.
  
• Highly motivated to develop and grow the land surveying sector within the region.
  
• Show the ability to work within a multi-discipline engineering firm for many clients with differing project deliverables standards.
  
• Demonstrate the ability to lead a team of surveying professionals.
  
• Demonstrate ability to independently manage and grow key client relationships.
  
• Possess the technical abilities required to lead and advise the surveying project team through project execution and delivery. 

Position Purpose   

As McAdams' representative, you'll be responsible for handling land surveying projects. Your duties will include supervising and managing the daily operations of the survey staff, as well as building and nurturing relationships with both public and private clients to provide high-quality land surveying services. Your goal is to ensure successful project delivery while meeting established performance objectives.  

Essential Functions + Responsibilities 

• Lead the land surveying team, provide resource management, resolve complex technical problems, coach, train, and mentor land surveying staff members, and work collaboratively with all team members on all aspects of project execution. 
• Establish, promote, and ensure quality on all project and work performed by group staff. 
• Promote a culture of safety among the survey staff members. 
• Develop proposals or contracts that ensure the contract scope is adequate for the project, provide the desired level of profitability, and ensure that the project schedule is viable. 
• Understand business initiatives and concerns of current and prospective clients to recognize and promote new opportunities and cross-sell other services provided by the firm. 
• Assist in the development of short-term and long-term strategic market sector plans. 
• Develop and foster client relations to perpetuate long term relationships. 
• Responsible for the profitable operation of the Tampa/Orlando surveying group. 

Qualifications 

• Must be a Licensed Professional Land Surveyor in the State of Florida.
• Bachelors in Geomatics preferred.
• 2-5 years years of office/field experience in Land Surveying.
  
• Highly motivated to develop and grow the land surveying sector within the region.
  
• Show the ability to work within a multi-discipline engineering firm for many clients with differing project deliverables standards.
  
• Demonstrate the ability to lead a team of surveying professionals.
  
• Demonstrate ability to independently manage and grow key client relationships.
  
• Possess the technical abilities required to lead and advise the surveying project team through project execution and delivery.