Senior Civil Federal Program Manager at Kleinfelder, Inc. in San Diego, California

Job Description:

Job Description

Take Your Delivery Management Career to the Next Level

Do you have a passion for project delivery? Our Delivery Management professionals are involved in project delivery from initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, controlling, and closeout. Each phase requires a strong attention to detail while communicating to internal and external stakeholders. Do you have a proven track record in managing goals and objectives? Consider joining our team and work with peers who have vast industry knowledge and experience solving complex problems.

Step into Your New Role

The successful candidate will be an experienced Civil Project, Program, or Design Manager familiar with planning and feasibility studies, computer models, calculations, plans, technical specifications, and contract documents to enable commercial, industrial, energy and/or utility clients to construct their infrastructure needs. The Program Leader will lead Civil engineering projects and technical teams, and will develop and execute a winning strategy to increase Kleinfelder’s share of Federal infrastructure projects. This position provides a great career-growth opportunity for an entrepreneurially minded and energetic person who can effectively collaborate with leadership, managers, technical staff, and clients.

Program Leader Roles:

• Regularly work with the Division engineering design Team Members, Leads, Client Account Managers, and other Divisional Practice Leads to support business growth though active participation in internal & external client facing sales calls/meetings and proposal efforts.


• Steward and drive Practice growth within the Division that align with Division, Area, and Market objectives and strategy.


• Deliver high-quality work to help organically grow the business and deliver strong margins to support The So Cal Design Team and the Area.


• Represent the West Division in Kleinfelder Technical Network leadership and/or CoP roles while working collaboratively with the National Technical Director to advance KTN initiatives & best practices with the goal of Kleinfelder being known as "one of the best places to work" and "one of the best companies to hire/partner".

Program Leader Responsibilities:

Business Development (approx. 30% non-billable effort)

• Engage and proactively support Client Account Managers and Area/Market Leads in winning more work (and more interesting/challenging work) for the Practice and the Division, through cross selling services to existing clients not yet being serviced by the Practice, and by attending, participating, or leading internal/external client BD meetings.


• Proactively identify needs/gaps and advocate that AMs hire Practice staff to be part of pursuit teams to win identified opportunities and execute projects throughout the Division.


• Develop and execute a winning strategy to increase Kleinfelder’s business in the West Division, primarily focused on Federal and Municipal Clients. Develop a portfolio of Clients and act as Client Account Manager.

Quality & Delivery (approx. 50% billable effort)

• Serve as a design lead and/or project manager for large scale civil projects.


• Conduct Independent Technical Reviews, Quality Reviews, Management Safety Discussions, etc. to ensure: The appropriate technical resources are applied to our projects, including balancing staff leverage and staff development with the use of the appropriate subject matter experts and senior technical resources


• The Practice is utilizing the appropriate technical solutions based on project risk and exposure to Kleinfelder and our clients, and


• Kleinfelder, Client, and Industry accepted Standard of Care quality standards are met.

Staff Development (approx. 10% non-billable effort)

• Identify and foster delivery of necessary training (both internal and external) to ensure Practice staff across the Division consistently employ policies, procedures, and methods to plan and execute safe, compliant, high-quality work.


• Identify and develop next-level Practice leadership and/or work with Senior Program Manager and Area Manager to recruit Key staff for High-profile projects and initiatives

Reputation (approx. 5% of non-billable effort)

• Lead or have a major role in one or more external Practice related committees or professional organizations and present, at least annually, at a regional or national technical conference to:


• Increase Kleinfelder's reputation in the markets and communities, states, regions we serve to solidify our position as "thought leaders" in the industry.


• Recruit staff and new clients

• Encourage and steward development of white papers and presentations at conferences by Practice leaders and sr. technical staff to increase brand awareness.


• Participate in industry standards committees to remain on cutting edge of technology and standards.


• Work with KTN and the CoPs applicable to the Practice to develop, update, and maintain processes and procedures, standards, and specifications, etc. applicable to the Practice

Operations (approx. 5% of non-billable effort)

• Assist in the recruiting and retention of exceptional, diverse talent within the West.


• Identify actionable client, practice, or market demands/needs for new or increased Practice offerings/services including innovative or emerging needs/technologies.

Move Forward with Kleinfelder

Kleinfelder has been connecting great people to the best work since 1961. We are engineers, scientists, and construction professionals providing solutions that improve our clients' transportation, water, energy, and other private infrastructure. As a responsive, cross-disciplinary team of bright, curious, and innovative problem-solvers, we are dedicated to doing the right thing, every day, on every project from over 85 offices in the US, Canada, and Australia. Connecting great people to the best work is our purpose - together, we deliver.

Progress with an Employer that Values You

Kleinfelder is an inclusive organization free from discrimination. We are a stronger organization when we are a diverse workforce and believe that throughdiversity, equity, and inclusion comes creativity, innovation, and unity. We are proud to offer the following:

Benefits: Kleinfelder offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays. The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the California Pay Transparency Law. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience. Salary range: 125,000-208,000

Career Development: We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program.

Equal Opportunity: Kleinfelder is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules)

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES

Please note that Kleinfelder does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Kleinfelder will not consider or agree to payment for any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Kleinfelder explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resume, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Kleinfelder.

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