Technical Lead - Power Distribution
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About 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 #50 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 design firms in the nation.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the successful execution of engineering projects, ensuring adherence to quality standards, timelines, and budgetary constraints.
- Develop new client relationships and navigate the contract cycles of new clients.
- Hire and train employees on new client systems and drive regional revenue growth.
- Provide consultation with clients and prospective clients to identify potential power distribution needs.
- Perform system studies and detailed engineering in the planning of power distribution projects.
- Develop business with new and existing clients and manage client relationships.
- Establish project-specific scope of services and fees for leadership and client approval.
- Plan, develop, coordinate, and direct large projects or engineering programs.
- Supervise technical teams to produce instruments of design, calculations, plans, and specifications.
- Conduct research in areas related to power generation and power delivery systems.
- Serve as a staff specialist, applying advanced theories and concepts.
- Assist or lead the development of proposals, negotiations, and presentations.
- Collaborate with internal departments for client relationship development.
- Manage work routines and assign job activities.
- Attend project team meetings and provide task performance reports.
- Coordinate with other practices and sub-consultants.
- Provide technical oversight and guidance, serving as task manager of select projects.
- Mentor and train staff, ensuring compliance with all KCI policies and procedures.
- Ensure projects comply with ISO standards.
- Conduct employee performance appraisals, when applicable.
- Develop professional relationships through active participation in industry associations and community involvement.
- Identify and assist in attracting talent to KCI.
- Complete all tasks on time and within budget while fully meeting project scope.
- Operate within specified (corporate or project) budget parameters.
- Assist with receivables management and actively manage project budgets.
- Achieve or exceed individual utilization targets.
- Conduct site visits and gather data as necessary.
- Prepare design calculations, drawings, specifications, and cost estimates.
- Review and approve shop drawings.
- Compare field data to base plan and prepare preliminary concept designs.
- Read and interpret technical documents.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s of Science Degree in engineering.
- Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in electrical distribution design industry.
- Proven experience in planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling, and monitoring engineering projects.
- Proven experience in project management roles, with a track record of successful project delivery.
- Experience leading a team of project managers and designers.
- Project Management experience required, with experience in managing and growing a design team.
- Experience in developing and managing project managers.
- Experience managing client expectations and developing business.
- Proposal preparation including scope, schedule, and fee.
- Contract management and billing.
- Strong design knowledge in electrical distribution.
- Prepare written technical proposals, assemble teams to meet client criteria, and develop professional relationships.
- Demonstrated leadership with a broad knowledge of the processes required to develop design packages utilizing utility design standards.
- Ability to train and develop staff.
- Local client contacts and the ability to bring in business.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge of industry standards and best practices related to construction management, quality assurance, and safety protocols.
- Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues and implement effective solutions in a fast-paced environment.
Qualifications
- Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) required.
- Master’s Degree in engineering or MBA preferred.
Benefits
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.