KFI Engineers
Senior Project Manager -Utilities and Central Energy
KFI Engineers, Cincinnati, Ohio, United States, 45208
POSTING SPECIFICATIONSPosition:
Senior Project ManagerOrganization:
KFI Engineers (KFI)Reporting Relationship:
Director, Utilities & Central EnergyWebsite:
http://www.kfi-eng.com/COMPANY BACKGROUNDKFI is a recognized industry leader in facility infrastructure design and performance. Since 1996, our culture of collaboration and unique capabilities have allowed us to make a difference in the way infrastructure and processing projects are delivered. Headquartered in St. Paul, MN, with eight regional offices and a team of over 250 professionals, we have a people-first culture that offers opportunities to continue your career with mentorship programs, career growth support, and continued education. With KFI, we find a way to provide creative solutions to unique projects while providing the same care we would expect if we were the client.POSITION OVERVIEWThe Senior Project Manager plays a key role in the successful management of projects and the development of staff. Reporting to the Director, Utilities & Central Energy, this individual will provide technical and engineering leadership, and is responsible for a high level of customer satisfaction by ensuring expectations are clearly communicated and managed - both externally and internally. The successful candidate will create a dynamic team environment by mentoring and coaching colleagues and fostering a highly collaborative working environment. This person will actively support the business development process through the writing of proposals and meeting with prospective and current customers, thereby clearly articulating KFI's value proposition and unique differentiators.TYPICAL RESPONSIBILITIESOversees projects in the department to assure that KFI quality, customer satisfaction and financial objectives are met.Actively manages assigned projects, driving them to completion, requiring a combination of strong delegation and follow-up, combined with personal execution of work as needed.Allocates department resources to assure effective utilization and development of staff.Ensures that new opportunities are properly defined, scoped and priced, contributing to all aspects of the business development process (i.e., proposals and customer meetings).Ensures the development and coaching of the talent needed to meet current and future organization goals.Supervises staff, provides overall direction, and facilitates goal setting and performance reviews. Conducts weekly one-on-one meetings with staff.Provides technical and engineering support to other departments/disciplines.Reviews invoices, ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of billing activity.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED10+ years of professional engineering and project leadership experience.A pragmatic and applied approach, while fostering a creative examination of customer needs and solutions.Demonstrated proficiency in utilities, combined heat & power, and/or central energy system design.Strong interpersonal skills to enable effective development and leadership of Designers, Engineers, and Project Managers.Project management skills and knowledge of related tools and processes.Strong communication and influencing skills.Maturity and self-confidence to work with senior business leaders and customers.Ability to collaborate with others.Ability to assimilate a range of ideas, programs, or alternatives into a set of recommendations.Self-directed and thrives in an environment where consultation leads to superior outcomes.CORE BEHAVIORSAccountableDemonstrates persistence in the achievement of goals.Acts with a sense of urgency.Takes responsibility for own actions.Business FocusDemonstrates agility, adapts well to changes.Works well under pressure.Meets commitments to internal/external customers.Project ExecutionPlans projects well, managing last-minute rushes and disruptions.Balances speed and quality.Looks for improvement in our delivery, tools and processes.Demonstrates Respect for OthersKeeps others adequately informed.Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views.Adapts communication style and method based on audience and situation.Team PlayerBalances team and individual responsibilities.Shares expertise with others.Inspires respect and trust.Managing PeopleDevelops employees' skills and encourages growth.Consistently provides timely feedback to employees.Delegates effectively, providing clear direction and authority to act.EDUCATIONBachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering is required. Professional Engineering Registration (P.E.) is highly desired.KFI Engineers is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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Senior Project ManagerOrganization:
KFI Engineers (KFI)Reporting Relationship:
Director, Utilities & Central EnergyWebsite:
http://www.kfi-eng.com/COMPANY BACKGROUNDKFI is a recognized industry leader in facility infrastructure design and performance. Since 1996, our culture of collaboration and unique capabilities have allowed us to make a difference in the way infrastructure and processing projects are delivered. Headquartered in St. Paul, MN, with eight regional offices and a team of over 250 professionals, we have a people-first culture that offers opportunities to continue your career with mentorship programs, career growth support, and continued education. With KFI, we find a way to provide creative solutions to unique projects while providing the same care we would expect if we were the client.POSITION OVERVIEWThe Senior Project Manager plays a key role in the successful management of projects and the development of staff. Reporting to the Director, Utilities & Central Energy, this individual will provide technical and engineering leadership, and is responsible for a high level of customer satisfaction by ensuring expectations are clearly communicated and managed - both externally and internally. The successful candidate will create a dynamic team environment by mentoring and coaching colleagues and fostering a highly collaborative working environment. This person will actively support the business development process through the writing of proposals and meeting with prospective and current customers, thereby clearly articulating KFI's value proposition and unique differentiators.TYPICAL RESPONSIBILITIESOversees projects in the department to assure that KFI quality, customer satisfaction and financial objectives are met.Actively manages assigned projects, driving them to completion, requiring a combination of strong delegation and follow-up, combined with personal execution of work as needed.Allocates department resources to assure effective utilization and development of staff.Ensures that new opportunities are properly defined, scoped and priced, contributing to all aspects of the business development process (i.e., proposals and customer meetings).Ensures the development and coaching of the talent needed to meet current and future organization goals.Supervises staff, provides overall direction, and facilitates goal setting and performance reviews. Conducts weekly one-on-one meetings with staff.Provides technical and engineering support to other departments/disciplines.Reviews invoices, ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of billing activity.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED10+ years of professional engineering and project leadership experience.A pragmatic and applied approach, while fostering a creative examination of customer needs and solutions.Demonstrated proficiency in utilities, combined heat & power, and/or central energy system design.Strong interpersonal skills to enable effective development and leadership of Designers, Engineers, and Project Managers.Project management skills and knowledge of related tools and processes.Strong communication and influencing skills.Maturity and self-confidence to work with senior business leaders and customers.Ability to collaborate with others.Ability to assimilate a range of ideas, programs, or alternatives into a set of recommendations.Self-directed and thrives in an environment where consultation leads to superior outcomes.CORE BEHAVIORSAccountableDemonstrates persistence in the achievement of goals.Acts with a sense of urgency.Takes responsibility for own actions.Business FocusDemonstrates agility, adapts well to changes.Works well under pressure.Meets commitments to internal/external customers.Project ExecutionPlans projects well, managing last-minute rushes and disruptions.Balances speed and quality.Looks for improvement in our delivery, tools and processes.Demonstrates Respect for OthersKeeps others adequately informed.Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views.Adapts communication style and method based on audience and situation.Team PlayerBalances team and individual responsibilities.Shares expertise with others.Inspires respect and trust.Managing PeopleDevelops employees' skills and encourages growth.Consistently provides timely feedback to employees.Delegates effectively, providing clear direction and authority to act.EDUCATIONBachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering is required. Professional Engineering Registration (P.E.) is highly desired.KFI Engineers is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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