KCI
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.
Overview At KCI, we’re building an enduring community that provides unparalleled value to our employee-owners. We make our mark designing and delivering world‑class solutions, investing deeply in supporting and developing our team. We reward integrity and commitment; when we do well, you do well. Our employees have 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.
Benefits Competitive compensation package, family‑friendly benefits, collaborative working environment, and training, mentoring and resources to advance your career.
Equal Opportunity / EEO Statement 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.
Practice Leadership Role Our Florida CEI/Construction Management Practice is growing. We are looking for an experienced CEI professional to spearhead the expansion of our team in Central Florida.
Duties and Responsibilities
Procuring and managing KCI’s CEI/Construction Management work in Central Florida.
Technical expertise in road, bridge and utility construction management & inspection; knowledge of transit, facilities and public works projects.
Project management and supervision of staff/projects within the Central Florida CEI/Construction Management Practice; serve as an SPE/Senior Project Manager for assigned projects.
Business development and growth of the practice with new and existing public and private clients.
Engaging in professional and business organizations, providing business‑development support, managing schedules, and coordinating with other Practice Leaders for optimal utilization of staff and resources.
Leadership And Management
Provide leadership and guidance to Project Managers (PMs) and Senior Project Managers (Sr. PMs), and staff.
Support the professional growth and development of Sr. PMs, PMs, and staff; provide technical project and staff oversight.
Assume responsibility for the business within the practice, focusing on achieving budgeted margins, project health, and effective cash management across collective projects.
Collaborate closely with other Practice Leaders to share best practices and optimize collective success.
Hire and manage the work routine of all assigned staff and assign job activities as required.
Track and coordinate practice performance results.
Provide project and client leads to other practice leaders to grow their practices.
Serve as project manager on select projects.
Ensure a high level of quality on all projects within practice.
Business Development And Marketing
Drive business development initiatives by maximizing opportunities with existing and new clients; gather insights for business planning; cross‑sell other KCI services where applicable.
Lead project opportunity evaluation, consultant selection and preparation of qualification/experience statements within the practice.
Lead identification of new business opportunities, coordinate and participate in project presentations to clients and external groups, develop proposal teams and promote KCI’s capabilities within the practice.
Client Relationship Management
Develop and maintain customer relationships by soliciting monthly performance feedback, identifying client needs and the next project.
Provide input for the annual business development plan to achieve sales target to the Regional Practice Leader.
Provide and review annual market research in preparation for annual business plan development.
Provide market trends to the Regional Practice Leader and Service Line Leader for strategic planning purposes.
Financial Management
Lead negotiations of contract terms, scopes and fees with clients/subconsultants.
Lead project schedule development from inception to completion for projects within the practice.
Develop monthly progress reports and invoices for projects.
Prepare monthly staff utilization plans.Operate within specified corporate or project budget parameters.
Provide input to unbilled work authorizations and forward to the Regional Practice Leader and operations manager.
Provide monthly cash management (WIP/AR) comments to Finance and the Project Management Office.
Provide weekly new project budget data to project analysts.
Recruitment, Retention and Professional Development
Lead recruiting and retention efforts to attract and retain top talent within the practice.
Develop and deliver timely annual employee performance appraisals for assigned staff.
Mentor staff, leading in their training and development.
Compliance And Reporting
Comply with all KCI policies and procedures.
Ensure practice fulfills Quality Management System compliance requirements.
Participate and contribute to annual leadership meetings.
Participate in regional office forums.
Represent KCI in technical/industry and community organizations.
Safety And Project Management
Develop project‑specific safety plans as needed; ensure compliance with all federal, state and local safety rules and regulations.
Deliver all projects on time, within budget and at a high level of quality while fully meeting the scope.
Monitor effective use of equipment and personnel.
Essential duties and responsibilities are the basic job functions that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in a 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, 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, focusing 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 used in the practice area.
Knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry standards related to the service line.
Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations Required
Ability to complete the KCI PM Training and Contract Training within six months of start date.
Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations Preferred
Professional license or certification within the field of expertise preferred.
Pre‑employment drug screening is a condition of employment. Background and motor‑vehicle checks may be required based on position.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Management and Manufacturing
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Overview At KCI, we’re building an enduring community that provides unparalleled value to our employee-owners. We make our mark designing and delivering world‑class solutions, investing deeply in supporting and developing our team. We reward integrity and commitment; when we do well, you do well. Our employees have 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.
Benefits Competitive compensation package, family‑friendly benefits, collaborative working environment, and training, mentoring and resources to advance your career.
Equal Opportunity / EEO Statement 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.
Practice Leadership Role Our Florida CEI/Construction Management Practice is growing. We are looking for an experienced CEI professional to spearhead the expansion of our team in Central Florida.
Duties and Responsibilities
Procuring and managing KCI’s CEI/Construction Management work in Central Florida.
Technical expertise in road, bridge and utility construction management & inspection; knowledge of transit, facilities and public works projects.
Project management and supervision of staff/projects within the Central Florida CEI/Construction Management Practice; serve as an SPE/Senior Project Manager for assigned projects.
Business development and growth of the practice with new and existing public and private clients.
Engaging in professional and business organizations, providing business‑development support, managing schedules, and coordinating with other Practice Leaders for optimal utilization of staff and resources.
Leadership And Management
Provide leadership and guidance to Project Managers (PMs) and Senior Project Managers (Sr. PMs), and staff.
Support the professional growth and development of Sr. PMs, PMs, and staff; provide technical project and staff oversight.
Assume responsibility for the business within the practice, focusing on achieving budgeted margins, project health, and effective cash management across collective projects.
Collaborate closely with other Practice Leaders to share best practices and optimize collective success.
Hire and manage the work routine of all assigned staff and assign job activities as required.
Track and coordinate practice performance results.
Provide project and client leads to other practice leaders to grow their practices.
Serve as project manager on select projects.
Ensure a high level of quality on all projects within practice.
Business Development And Marketing
Drive business development initiatives by maximizing opportunities with existing and new clients; gather insights for business planning; cross‑sell other KCI services where applicable.
Lead project opportunity evaluation, consultant selection and preparation of qualification/experience statements within the practice.
Lead identification of new business opportunities, coordinate and participate in project presentations to clients and external groups, develop proposal teams and promote KCI’s capabilities within the practice.
Client Relationship Management
Develop and maintain customer relationships by soliciting monthly performance feedback, identifying client needs and the next project.
Provide input for the annual business development plan to achieve sales target to the Regional Practice Leader.
Provide and review annual market research in preparation for annual business plan development.
Provide market trends to the Regional Practice Leader and Service Line Leader for strategic planning purposes.
Financial Management
Lead negotiations of contract terms, scopes and fees with clients/subconsultants.
Lead project schedule development from inception to completion for projects within the practice.
Develop monthly progress reports and invoices for projects.
Prepare monthly staff utilization plans.Operate within specified corporate or project budget parameters.
Provide input to unbilled work authorizations and forward to the Regional Practice Leader and operations manager.
Provide monthly cash management (WIP/AR) comments to Finance and the Project Management Office.
Provide weekly new project budget data to project analysts.
Recruitment, Retention and Professional Development
Lead recruiting and retention efforts to attract and retain top talent within the practice.
Develop and deliver timely annual employee performance appraisals for assigned staff.
Mentor staff, leading in their training and development.
Compliance And Reporting
Comply with all KCI policies and procedures.
Ensure practice fulfills Quality Management System compliance requirements.
Participate and contribute to annual leadership meetings.
Participate in regional office forums.
Represent KCI in technical/industry and community organizations.
Safety And Project Management
Develop project‑specific safety plans as needed; ensure compliance with all federal, state and local safety rules and regulations.
Deliver all projects on time, within budget and at a high level of quality while fully meeting the scope.
Monitor effective use of equipment and personnel.
Essential duties and responsibilities are the basic job functions that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in a 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, 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, focusing 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 used in the practice area.
Knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry standards related to the service line.
Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations Required
Ability to complete the KCI PM Training and Contract Training within six months of start date.
Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations Preferred
Professional license or certification within the field of expertise preferred.
Pre‑employment drug screening is a condition of employment. Background and motor‑vehicle checks may be required based on position.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Management and Manufacturing
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