Regional Practice Leader - Power Distribution

Overview

Lead regional power distribution practice, overseeing operations, growth, and client relations.

Key Responsibilities

• project delivery
• business development
• p&l management
• staffing planning
• safety compliance
• proposal preparation

Tasks

-Provide support to Practice Leaders to ensure project success and client satisfaction. -Prepare written technical proposals, assemble teams to meet client criteria, and develop professional relationships. -Prepare and deliver timely annual employee performance appraisals for assigned staff. -Represent KCI in technical societies and community organizations. -Oversee the day-to-day operation of the assigned region . -Stay informed and track market trends for annual business planning and long-term strategic planning purposes. -Manage regional relationships with contracted staffing agencies. -Operate within specified (corporate or project) budget parameters. -Collaborate closely with other regional practices to utilize shared expertise and implement best practices. -Develop project-specific safety plans. Ensure compliance with all Federal, state, and local safety rules and regulations. -Take ownership of business development efforts, focusing on expanding the regional practice beyond existing clients. -Work closely with leadership and legal counsel for new client contract review. -Provide and foster a culture of performance excellence and collaboration. -Provide project and client leads to other regional practice leaders to grow their regional practices. -Negotiate scope, schedule, and fee estimates for large and significant projects. -Work closely with QTTI leadership to create a seamless continuity between the two work groups. -Support recruiting and retention efforts to attract and retain top talent within the regional practice. -Own and understand the P&L statement for assigned region and work to achieve the desired results. -Meet regularly with clients to review project progress. -Proposal engagement including identifying expertise, scope, schedule and fee as directed by leadership. -Engage in regional client leadership relationship building efforts. -Be available to assist with Business Development opportunities as requested (conventions, trade shows etc). -Support other power sector RPL’s in times of work expansion or contraction (utilize available capacity). -Engage in collaborative efforts with other Regional Practice Leaders within the organization to drive collective success. -Work with the Sector President, Region Executive, Service Line Leader and the CFO to develop the annual budget. -Monitor effective use of equipment and personnel. -Provide technical project and staff oversight. -Provide input and recommendations for technical training as well as management and leadership development of staff. -Deliver projects on time and within budget while fully meeting the scope and quality commitments. -Meet annual Performance Agreements targets. -Lead all similar technical practices within the designated regional market and/or geography. -Serve as project manager on large or significant projects. -Contribute to the development and execution of growth strategies and business plans. -Develop and execute an approved staffing plan to meet the business needs of our client while supporting the internal business plan. -Work closely with front line leadership; Practice Leaders and Project Managers, to ensure their region is meeting client targets for Quality, Quantity, Cost and Commitment, and quickly address deficiencies as they are identified. -Manage contingent worker invoicing and billing questions when needed. -Be highly engaged in the client relationships to grow trust and develop business through Account Development activities. -Comply with all KCI policies and procedures. -Address QTTI KPI’s that need attention and appropriately celebrate achievements of KPI’s met. -Foster and nurture client relationships, identify opportunities for expansion, and introduce new services or geographic markets within -Support the personal development of employees while maintaining budget allocations.

Requirements

• electrical distribution
• project management
• professional license
• bachelor’s degree
• leadership
• 10+ years

What You Bring

-15 years of experience in electrical distribution design industry. -Project management experience required, with experience in managing and growing a design team. -Experience meeting client expectations and developing business. -Professional Engineering License Preferred -Experience with working in the Investor Owned Utility (IOU) business model and regulatory environment. -This position requires a leader with demonstrated experience and a broad knowledge of the electric distribution industry and the processes required to develop design packages utilizing client specific design standards. -Ability to complete the KCI PM Training and Contract Training within six months of start date. -Professional license or certification within the field of expertise -Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships at all levels. -Experience in developing and managing project managers in electric distribution. -Demonstrated ability to drive business development efforts and achieve growth targets. -Proven leadership skills with a track record of successful project management, business management, and team collaboration. -Strong business acumen and strategic thinking capabilities. -Experience in storm restoration and specifically damage assessment -Bachelor’s Degree in related field (AEC Industry) and minimum of 10 years of related professional experience, or 14 years of equivalent -Willingness to travel as necessary to support regional initiatives -Master’s/ MBA preferred. -Demonstrated experience in training and developing staff for current and future roles. -Strong design knowledge in electrical distribution required. Degreed, Professional desired. -Experience in leading those who manage front line employees. -Demonstrated experience in creating and supporting a safe work culture. -ABET Accredited Engineering Degree Preferred -Experience leading a team of designers to deliver various types of overhead and underground electric distribution projects utilizing utility design and construction standards. -Demonstrated experience in positively supporting change. Examples, new organization, work management and design systems replacement or upgrades. -Typically, 10+ years of progressive professional and increasing project management and organizational management experience in the

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About Kci Technologies, Inc.

-As an employee‑owned company, it delivers turnkey consulting, design, and construction services across the U.S. -Typical projects span transportation corridors, water/wastewater systems, utility networks, and telecom infrastructure. -Specializing in sectors like transportation, environmental, telecom, utilities, facilities, and construction management. -Standout fact: routinely ranks among top US engineering firms in engineering news and secured large office leases.

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Security Clearance

-pre-employment drug screening and background check are required. -motor vehicle checks may be required based upon position.