Project Executive - Performance

POSITION SPECIFICATION

Position: Project Executive

Department: Performance Group (PG)

Reporting Relationship: Director, Controls, PG

COMPANY BACKGROUND

KFI Engineers 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 numerous regional offices throughout the United States, and a team of hundreds of professionals, we offer 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. For more information about KFI Engineers and our culture, please visit www.kfi-eng.com.

POSITION OVERVIEW & RESPONSIBILITIES

The Project Executive plays a key role in the growth of KFI's Controls division and serves as a trusted advisor and owner advocate, with a focus on understanding the owner's needs. This person will support business development efforts and clearly articulate KFI's value proposition and unique differentiators to customers. They will assess customer needs, translate them into clear recommendations, and effectively integrate KFI's full range of services into project strategies while ensuring project expectations are clearly communicated and managed to deliver a high level of customer satisfaction.

The Project Executive works independently while thriving in a consultative, teamdriven environment, contributing to staff development through mentorship and promoting clear, consistent communication across project teams. This role requires a practical, solutionsoriented approach with strong proficiency in controls and facility operations.

Specific responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, the following:

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field OR equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of 10-15+ years of combined hands-on technical engineering and project management experience.
• Strong working knowledge of design and construction processes, building systems, contract management, and project delivery methods.
• Proficient with controls design, construction, and systems integration for education, healthcare, and commercial facilities.
• Experience with the business development process, including customer meetings, opportunity scoping, proposal development, and contract negotiations.
• Active participation in industry conferences, research activities, and business development meetings.
• Strong business acumen with exceptional communication and influencing skills, including the ability to deliver clear presentations and engage credibly with senior leaders and customers.
• Peoplemanagement and meetingmanagement skills, with the ability to lead teams and facilitate discussions in groups of all sizes.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues across teams and functions.
• Excellent interpersonal skills that support mentoring and the professional development of engineers and project managers.
• Represent the company in a professional matter.
• Knowledge of computer technology and specific areas of application, including MS Office.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the US on a permanent basis without the need for work sponsorship now or in the future.
• Travel: May include up to 10% domestic travel.

Preferred

• Professional Engineer (PE) certification or willingness to pursue this designation.
• Experience in consulting engineering.
• Experience programing HVAC and central utility equipment.
• Proficiency in one or more of the following software platforms:
  • Tridium Niagara
  • Allen-Bradley Studio 5000
  • Emerson Machine Edition
  • AVEVA Solutions
  • Inductive Automation Ignition

Working Conditions

• Some work locations will feature the tough terrain typical of construction sites or require lifting or moving field testing equipment.
• Anticipate work engagement being approximately 75% client and project development, 15% client and project management, and 10% general industry engagement and staff development.

CORE BEHAVIORS

Accountable

• Demonstrates persistence in the achievement of goals.
• Acts with a sense of urgency.
• Takes responsibility for own actions.

Business Focus

• Demonstrates agility, adapts well to changes.
• Works well under pressure.
• Meets commitments to internal/external customers.

Project Execution

• Plans projects well, managing last-minute rushes and disruptions.
• Balances Speed and Quality.
• Looks for improvement in our delivery, tools and processes.
• Other duties as assigned.

Demonstrates Respect for Others

• Keeps others adequately informed.
• Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views.
• Adapts communication style and method based on audience and situation.

Team Player

• Balances team and individual responsibilities.
• Shares expertise with others.
• Inspires respect and trust.

Managing People

• Develops employees' skills and encourages growth.
• Consistently provides timely feedback to employees.
• Delegates effectively, providing clear direction and authority to act.

Benefits:

At KFI, our comprehensive benefit program provides our employees with the resources to support their health, wellness and financial well-being. Full-Time employees have access to:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.

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