Land Surveying Practice Leader

KCI Technologies Inc.•Nashville, TN

23h

About The Position

KCI Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Land Surveying Practice Leader to lead and grow its Survey Practice. The role is responsible for staff development, project execution, procurement of work, and establishing and achieving Practice performance targets. The position works under very limited supervision, exercises independent judgment and discretion, and reports directly to the Surveying and Mapping Lead. The Practice Leader develops and maintains project plans, leads and mentors team members, collaborates with internal and external partners, and ensures project milestones, quality standards, budgets, and client expectations are met. The role also supports marketing, business development, proposal preparation, client relationship management, and geographic expansion throughout the Southeast, while continuing client relationships in the South Region. The position involves training staff in surveying practices and technologies, keeping current with UAS regulations and emerging technologies, participating in industry events, and performing QA/QC reviews. The successful candidate will help advance the firm's surveying capabilities and contribute to projects affecting communities, transportation, public safety, urban planning, and the environment. KCI describes its culture as employee-owned, collaborative, innovative, and supportive of professional development and work-life balance, with flexible work arrangements when possible.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related field in the AEC industry and at least 7 years of related professional experience, or 11 years of equivalent professional experience.
Progressive professional experience with increasing project-management and organizational-management responsibilities.
Proven experience in project-management roles within a technical practice.
Demonstrated ability to build and lead teams of technical practitioners and/or project managers.
Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, including the ability to motivate and inspire teams.
Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, project margins, and cash flow.
Experience in business development, maximizing client relationships, and identifying growth opportunities.
Commitment to continuous improvement and excellence within the Practice.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Ability to adapt and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency with relevant software and tools used in the practice area.
Knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry standards related to the service line.
Professional Land Survey license required.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, communicate effectively with organizational levels and external partners, respond urgently to constituents, and operate with limited direction.
Strong work ethic, commitment to quality, marketing and business-development mindset, focus on profitability, growth, and return on investment, and ability to build effective working partnerships.

Nice To Haves

TDOT experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain project plans, including schedules, budgets, resource allocation, and risk assessments.
Provide leadership and mentorship to project team members.
Collaborate with internal and external teams to achieve project milestones.
Ensure quality-control standards are met and follow industry best practices.
Train and mentor team members on surveying best practices and technologies.
Stay current with UAS regulations, best practices, and emerging technologies.
Collaborate with the marketing team to develop marketing materials and strategies.
Participate in industry conferences or events as a guest speaker or panelist.
Assist with sales activities and maintain client relationships.
Prepare technical and fee proposals.
Participate in preparing surveys and contract documents, as required.
Perform QA/QC reviews of project or task deliverables.
Direct staff development, project execution, and procurement of work.
Establish and achieve performance targets within the Practice.
Market the firm's capabilities to establish new clients and strengthen relationships.
Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, stakeholders, and team members to ensure projects meet schedule, budget, and client expectations.
Identify and pursue new business opportunities, develop proposals, and build and maintain client relationships.
Continue client relationships within the South Region and look for geographic expansion opportunities throughout the Southeast.
Manage budgets, project margins, and cash flow.
Complete KCI PM Training and Contract Training within six months of the start date.