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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.\nTHE COMPANY\nKCI 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.\nKCI is currently ranked #50 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 design firms in the nation.\nKCI BENEFITS INFORMATION\nWe 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.\nWe understand that you have choices, and we know that together we will make a great team!\nKCI is committed to building a diverse and inclusive staff, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and individuals with disabilities to apply.\nKCI 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.\nDuties, Responsibilities & Other\nIn this role, the successful candidate will lead water resources and stormwater engineering projects related to federal, state and muncipal clients. The candidate will serve in a client-focused role, managing projects and mentoring junior staff. The candidate will work collaboratively with other members of management staff and will be responsible for coordination and completion of various project elements. The candidate will be responsible for executing project work, producing high quality deliverables, maintaining project schedules, coordination with clients and mentoring junior staff.\nThe ideal candidate will have a minimum of 7 years of experience (10 preferred) with municipal and state stormwater programs, Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permits, stormwater design, inspections and monitoring, TMDL planning, and overseeing projects. The candidate should have experience with business development and client relationship management in the Raleigh area or Southeast with municipal clients and state agencies.\nOpen to hiring in any KCI South Carolina office with hybrid/remote options.\n(Rock Hill, Greenville, Columbia or Charleston)\nThe key responsibilities of this role include:\nExperience leading a team of designers in developing PS&E packages for simple and complex roadway and bridge projects, utilizing state DOT and AASHTO design standards in a plus\nProject Management experience required, with experience in managing and growing a design team preferred.\nExperience in developing and managing state DOT projects preferred\nExperience with MicroStation and GeoPAK design software is preferred.\nProposal preparation including scope, schedule and fee. Contract management and billing.\nStrong design knowledge in transportation required.\nProfessional Engineering License for designated state required. \nPrepare written technical proposals, assemble teams to meet client criteria, and develop professional relationships.\nThis position requires a demonstrated leader with a broad knowledge of transportation and the processes required to develop design packages utilizing state design standards.\nManage a team of designers, CADD technicians and project engineers.\nWill be required to train and develop staff.\nResponsible for project delivery of complete transportation design packages including coordination/oversight of multiple design disciplines.\nDuties include oversight of preparation of plans, technical specifications, quantity takeoffs and construction estimates in accordance with state design manuals and standard drawings.\nSuccessful candidate should have local client contacts and the ability to bring in business.\nProject Management and Leadership:\nManage all aspects of the project(s), including technical staff, subcontractors, and suppliers, to ensure timely and successful project completion.\nDevelop and communicate the Project Management Plan for the project, outlining project objectives, scope, schedule, budget, quality standards, and safety protocols.\nEffectively manage the project scope, ensuring alignment with client expectations and project requirements.\nMaintain project schedules, proactively identifying and addressing potential delays or conflicts to minimize impact on project timelines.\nMonitor project budgets and expenditures, implementing cost-control measures as needed to ensure projects remain within budgetary constraints.\nUphold high-quality standards throughout project execution, overseeing quality assurance processes and ensuring adherence to industry standards and best practices.\nServe as the primary point of contact for the client, maintaining open communication and addressing client concerns or inquiries in a timely and professional manner.\nCollaborate closely with internal stakeholders and project team members to drive project success and foster a collaborative working environment.\nAllocate resources efficiently, ensuring that the project team is adequately staffed and equipped to meet project demands.\nIdentify, assess, and manage project risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize impact on project.\nConduct risk assessments and prepare contingency plans.\nTraining, Development, and Compliance:\nMentor staff to assist in their training and development.\nComply with all KCI policies and procedures.\nProvide input to develop project-specific safety plans and implement project safety plans to ensure compliance with all Federal, state, and local safety rules and regulations.\nFinancial Management and Reporting:\nExperienced at negotiating contract terms, scope and fees with a client/subconsultant.\nExperienced at developing project schedules from inception to completion. Should be able to recognize areas where tasks can be done concurrently to optimize schedule.\nExperienced with contract development for clients/ subconsultants.\nReport monthly proposal/business development results to Sr. PM or Practice Leader.\nAchieve or exceed budgeted individual utilization target (70%-80% typical).\nChart and provide project performance results, report on progress, and implement corrective actions as needed.\nDeliver all projects on time and within budget while fully meeting the scope.\nPrepare and submit monthly project completion report.\nPrepare inter-practice agreements and/or outside subcontracts as required.\nPrepare monthly progress reports for all projects and be able to discuss in monthly Project Review Meetings.\nResponsible for project cash management (WIP/AR) and providing comments to Finance and Operations monthly.\nSet-up new projects and provide weekly new project data to the Sr. PM or Practice Leader.\nSearch for ways to improve efficiency while lowering project cost.\nBusiness Development and Marketing:\nResponsible for participating in project opportunity evaluation, consultant selection, and the preparation of qualification/experience statements.\nResponsible for identifying new business opportunities, coordinating and participating in project presentations to clients and other external groups, developing and organizing proposal teams and promoting KCI’s capabilities among existing and prospective clients.\nAssist project closeout with an overall project write up and pictures of completed project for marketing/resume use.Project Execution and Technical Oversight:\nFully manage all required project management and technical deliverables required in contract scope of work.\nCompare field data to design plans.\nConduct site visits and gather data, including measurements, sketches, notes, and photographs as needed.\nPrepare all phases of designs and/or deliverables submitting for approval.\nRead and interpret technical documents required for project execution.\nMake decisions on issues/challenges during project implementation or development.\nMaintain knowledge of current State and/or Municipal policies, procedures, and guidelines.\n* Essential Duties and Responsibilities are the basic job functions that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation.\nQualifications\nEducation and/or Skills Required:\nBachelor’s Degree in related field (AEC Industry) and minimum of 3 years of related professional experience, or 7 years of equivalent professional experience.\nParticipation in continuing education and professional development programs.\nExperience in project management roles, with a track record of successful project delivery.\nDemonstrated leadership abilities to inspire and motivate project teams.\nProven organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.\nExcellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with clients, team members, and stakeholders.\nTechnical knowledge in the specific field of the project.\nProficiency in project management software and tools, with the ability to develop and maintain comprehensive project plans and documentation.\nKnowledge of industry standards and best practices related to project management, quality assurance, and safety protocols.\nStrong problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues and implement effective solutions in a fast-paced environment.\nNegotiation skills to manage contracts, scope changes, and stakeholder agreements effectively.\nUnderstanding of accounting principles to effectively manage project budgets, financial reporting, and resource allocation.\nEducation and/or Work Experience Preferred:\nMaster’s Degree in related field (AEC Industry)\nCertificates, licenses, and/or Registrations Required:\nAbility to complete the KCI PM Training and Contract Risk Training along with passing the PM Board within 6 months of start date.\nPre-employment drug screening is a condition of employment. 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