Sr. Electrical Project Manager

Overview KCI is seeking an Electrical Sr. Project Manager with experience managing a broad range of public and private sector clients and associated MEP engineering work.  The preferred candidate is a skilled project manager with 9 years of experience managing electrical design projects as prime or a subconsultant to other disciplines 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 employees 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 #48 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. Duties, Responsibilities & Other In this role, you will: Manage a team of engineers, designers, and project managers. Train and develop staff. Partner with the Practice Leader to help grow the Electrical Practice  Prepare proposals including technical approach, scope, schedule, and fee. Oversee and in some cases be directly involved in the preparation of plans, technical specifications, technical reports, and construction period services Be responsible for project delivery of complete design packages, including coordination and oversight of multiple design disciplines. Preferred Qualifications:  At least 9 years of experience in Electrical design and construction. Professional Engineer (P.E.) licensure is required. Highly self-motivated and dynamic individual. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Experience leading a team of engineers/designers. Project Management experience required, with experience in managing and growing a design team preferred. Strong technical knowledge base in Electrical engineering principles and design is required. Broader technical knowledge in Low Voltage, Arc Flash, Energy Conservation, Mechanical, and Fire Protection engineering is a plus. Professional Engineering licensure is required, including ability to obtain additional licensure in states that fit within the groups growing geography and business needs. Experience with contract management, billing, and workload planning to track/meet budgets. Experience and passion for growth into new business sectors. Successful candidate should have client contacts and both the passion and ability to bring in new business. Marketing and Business Development are required elements of this position along with developing professional relationships. Successful candidate will maintain existing client relationships as well as find and develop new ones. Specialty sector experience is a plus (e.g., healthcare, industrial, retail, etc.). Experience in developing and managing public- and private-sector clients is required. This position requires a demonstrated seller-doer with a broad knowledge of MEP practices/principals and the processes required to sell engineering work and then oversee the execution of the work. Qualifications Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience required. Master's degree preferred.   Minimum of 9 - 14 years of professional experience.  Appropriate professional certification preferred. Pre-employment drug screening is a condition of employment. Background and motor vehicle checks may be required based upon position. Performance Expectations Complete Annual Individual Training Program Mentor and train staff Train adequate backup personnel to support your role in your absence Develop and maintain customer relationships by soliciting monthly performance feedback, identifying client needs, and identifying the next project Comply with all KCI policies and procedures Ensure projects fulfill ISO compliance requirements Manage work routine of all assigned staff and assign job activities as required Complete other duties as required/assigned Provide input to develop project-specific safety plans and implement project safety plans and ensure compliance with all Federal, state, and local safety rules and regulations Report monthly proposal results to operations manager Achieve or exceed budgeted individual utilization target(75%-80% typical) Attend bi-weekly(or more frequently as necessary) meetings with project team on all projects/tasks Chart and provide project performance results Consult and coordinate with other practices and sub-consultants as required Deliver all projects on time and within budget while fully meeting the scope Ensure effective use of equipment and personnel Meet monthly(or more frequently as necessary) with project analyst to review project invoices Meet monthly with practice leader to review project performance Operate within specified (corporate or project) budget parameters Prepare and submit monthly project completion report Prepare interpractice agreements and/or outside requests as required Prepare monthly progress reports for all projects Prepare monthly project staff utilization plan Propose and negotiate scope, schedule and fee estimate for tasks and projects Provide bi-weekly percent complete data to project assistant Provide monthly project updates to practice leader Provide monthly WIP/AR comments to the operations manager Provide technical project and staff oversight Provide weekly new project budget data to the practice leader Serve as project or task manager on select projects Compare field data to design plans Conduct site visits and gather data, including measurements, sketches, notes and photographs as needed Prepare preliminary concept designs and submit for approval Read and interpret technical documents required for project execution 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.

Created: 2024-10-30