Business Unit Leader-Heavy Civil Construction

Kimmel & Associates•Washington, DC

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About The Position

The Business Unit Leader will provide strategic and operational leadership for an established infrastructure construction business in the Washington, DC region, reporting directly to executive leadership. This executive role carries significant responsibility for business performance, market growth, client relationships, and organizational development. The successful candidate will shape business strategy, lead major pursuits, strengthen client partnerships, develop a high-performing team, and drive long-term profitability and sustainable growth. Based on performance, the role may offer broader leadership responsibilities within the organization.

Requirements

15+ years of progressive experience in construction management and leadership, including senior operations, regional leadership, or business unit leadership responsibilities.
Demonstrated success managing large-scale infrastructure, underground utility, water, wastewater, heavy civil, transportation, or other complex construction programs.
Proven ability to lead large operational teams and oversee multiple projects or a substantial project portfolio.
Strong financial and business acumen, including direct responsibility for P&L management, budgeting, forecasting, profitability, and operational planning.
Track record of successful business development, client relationship management, and securing new project opportunities.
Experience leading major pursuits, client interviews, and preconstruction efforts.
Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
Ability to develop talent, build effective teams, and establish a culture of accountability, safety, and operational excellence.

Nice To Haves

Experience with CMAR, Progressive Design-Build, Design-Build, or other alternative delivery methods.
Established relationships with DC Water, WSSC, regional utilities, municipalities, engineering firms, and other infrastructure stakeholders.
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or a related discipline.
MBA or other advanced business qualification.

Responsibilities

Own the business unit’s profit and loss (P&L), revenue growth, profitability, budgeting, forecasting, and resource allocation.
Establish performance objectives and develop strategic business plans in partnership with executive leadership.
Oversee Project Executives, Project Managers, Project Engineers, Superintendents, and support personnel to ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to established quality standards.
Drive growth across water, wastewater, underground utilities, rehabilitation, and heavy civil infrastructure markets.
Identify new opportunities, strengthen existing relationships, and expand the business unit’s market presence.
Pursue opportunities involving CMAR, Progressive Design-Build, Design-Build, and other collaborative delivery methods.
Lead major pursuits, client presentations, project interviews, and preconstruction strategies.
Build and maintain executive-level relationships with public agencies, utilities, municipalities, engineering firms, and other infrastructure stakeholders throughout the Washington, DC region.
Recruit, mentor, and retain high-performing professionals; develop future leaders; support succession planning; and establish a scalable organizational structure.
Oversee project risks, operational performance, and resource planning while maintaining alignment with company objectives and long-term business goals.

Benefits

Competitive base salary of $250,000–$300,000+, depending on experience and qualifications.
Performance-based incentives tied to business unit results and strategic objectives.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
401(k) retirement plan.
Company vehicle or vehicle allowance.
Cell phone allowance.
Paid time off (PTO).
Professional development and executive leadership training.
Relocation assistance, if applicable.
Potential for expanded leadership responsibilities as the organization continues to grow.