Roadway Practice Leader

Join us as we Rise to the Challenge

At KCI, we’re building an enduring community that provides unparalleled value to our employee-owners. We make our mark designing and delivering our world-class solutions, so we invest deeply in supporting and developing our team. We reward integrity and commitment, and when we do well, you do well. Our employee’s have the freedom to innovate, unlimited growth, a voice that matters, a lifestyle that works, and skin in the game. Achievements are shared and celebrated. As a team, we are motivated to better ourselves, each other, and the world around us. 

THE COMPANY

KCI Technologies, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned engineering, consulting and construction firm serving clients throughout the United States. KCI is recognized as an industry leader, employing cutting-edge technologies, management practices and strategic growth initiatives. Employee ownership fosters an entrepreneurial spirit, encourages technical expertise, and shapes strategic planning.

KCI is currently ranked #53 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 design firms in the nation.

KCI BENEFITS INFORMATION

We offer a competitive compensation package, family friendly benefits, a collaborative working environment, and the training, mentoring and resources you need to advance in your career.

We understand that you have choices, and we know that together we will make a great team!

KCI is committed to building a diverse and inclusive staff, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and individuals with disabilities to apply.

KCI Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

• Must be a highly self-motivated dynamic individual.
• Directly reports to Florida Regional Practice Leader.
• Serves as a Practice Leader in the Transportation Design Discipline.
• Marketing/Business Development - build backlog by pursing and winning new projects for Transportation Design. 
  • Identify target clients and opportunities that best position KCI to expand our presence in the market and build backlog.
  • Meet with existing and clients to position KCI for future work
  • Lead the effort to market and position the firm to capture the opportunities
  • Lead/assist with teaming efforts
  • Lead development of proposals
• Design/Build - Work closely with KCI D/B Discipline Head and others to assess the D/B market
  • Where appropriate, serve as Project Manager or Pursuit Lead as appropriate.
• Management/Leadership/Motivation
  • Responsible for operations of the central Florida Highway group including performance reviews and meeting annual targets
  • Provide Leadership/Mentorship/Motivation to staff
  • Take an active role in recruitment and development of new staff
• Project Management/Engineering – serve as a Project Manager on design or design-build projects
  • Develop (or assist with) scope, schedule and fees for projects
  • Serve as a PM or technical resources  to develop plans, specifications and estimates
  • Provide independent QA/QC on projects
• Work closely with other KCI Disciplines to market/cross-sell/engineer work.

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in related field (AEC Industry) and minimum of 7 years of related professional experience, or 11 years of equivalent professional experience.
• Progressive professional and increasing project management and organizational management experience.
• Proven experience in project management roles within the technical practice.
• Demonstrated leadership capability to build and lead teams of technical practitioners and/or project managers.
• Strong interpersonal as well as verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire teams.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage budgets, project margins, and cash flow.
• Experience in business development, with a focus on maximizing client relationships and identifying growth opportunities.
• Commitment to fostering a culture of continuous improvement and excellence within the Practice.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make decisions.
• Adaptability and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in relevant software and tools use in the practice area.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry standards related to the service line