Senior Technical Director

Kennedy/Jenks Consultants, Inc.•Lakewood, CO

1d•$200,000 - $250,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Founded in 1919, KJ has always looked to the future. With a talented team of professionals and a culture of continuous improvement, we deliver exceptional engineering, environmental consulting, and construction management services, with a focus on innovation and sustainability. Using advanced analytics, technology, and tools, KJ improves designs, reduces risk, and finds better ways to deliver projects from planning through construction. KJ is at the forefront of developing sustainable solutions for clients, including green infrastructure design, strategies to reduce energy use and environmental impacts, award-winning water reuse projects, and efficient construction management practices that ensure quality, safety, and on-time delivery. We are known for our dedication to industry-leading client service and tailored solutions. Kennedy Jenks is seeking a Senior Technical Director to serve as a recognized technical authority and strategic leader across KJ. This is a high-impact role for a seasoned expert who thrives on solving complex challenges, shaping technical direction, and influencing the future of the industry. In this role, you will provide Nationwide leadership across major projects and initiatives, guiding technical excellence, innovation, and long-term practice development. You’ll partner with executive leadership, project teams, and key clients to deliver forward-thinking solutions that drive quality, performance, and growth.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering is required, Master's degree preferred.
Professional Engineer (PE) license required
15+ years of progressive technical experience in your discipline
Demonstrated expertise leading complex, high-risk projects and initiatives
Strong business and financial acumen, with the ability to align technical decisions to project and firm performance
Proven ability to influence, mentor, and lead through expertise and collaboration
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex concepts for diverse audiences

Responsibilities

Serve as a firmwide technical authority in your area of expertise, leading strategy and setting standards across complex, high-risk projects
Provide expert oversight and peer review to ensure quality, safety, and regulatory compliance
Lead the resolution of complex technical challenges, bringing clarity to ambiguity and risk
Drive innovation and technical advancement, including methodologies, tools, and emerging technologies
Shape and support major pursuits, advising on technical approach, risk, and delivery strategy
Act as a trusted advisor to clients, project managers, and firm leadership
Build and maintain strong client relationships, influencing strategy through credible, data-driven insights
Mentor and develop Technical Directors, senior engineers, and future technical leaders, strengthening the firm’s technical bench
Represent Kennedy Jenks in industry forums, professional organizations, and client engagements, enhancing our reputation and visibility