CEI Practice Leader

CEI Practice Leader

Requisition Number: 2024-1178-01

S&ME is currently seeking a highly talented and experienced individual in Construction Engineering and Inspections (CEI) to lead our regional Construction Engineering and Inspection practice across Indiana, Ohio, and Kentucky as our CEI Practice Leader. This individual can be based in our Cincinnati, Columbus, Lexington, Indianapolis, New Albany or Evansville offices.

What You Will Do:

As the CEI Practice Leader, your role entails leading the growth of a team comprising project managers and CEI inspectors by fostering partnerships with state departments of transportation and other consulting firms, managing existing contracts, and overseeing transportation projects. A successful Practice Leader will embody S&ME's culture, promoting teamwork and inclusivity, while also challenging and nurturing staff to excel. Key responsibilities include devising and executing growth strategies, understanding market dynamics, ensuring quality service delivery, identifying business opportunities, championing strategic projects, and collaborating with regional and service line leadership. Your performance will be measured by various KPIs, including revenue growth, employee retention, audit scores, and client satisfaction.

• Develop and implement growth strategies with a programmatic approach.
• Possess a strong understanding of the market and adapt strategies accordingly.
• Oversee the delivery of quality services and identify business opportunities.
• Serve as a champion for strategic projects and collaborate with leadership.
• Be accountable for achieving service line KPIs such as revenue growth and client satisfaction (Net Promoter Score).

Who You Are:

• You have a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a closely related field
• You have a minimum of 15 years of project and program management-related experience with KYTC, INDOT, ODOT, or another state DOT
• You have marketing and business development skills in addition to contacts/relationships within the practice
• You have a proven track record of success winning and delivering opportunities for multiple clients within the market segment
• You have a Professional Engineer (PE) registration in a relevant state, a plus
• You have Project Management Professional (PMP) and/or Design-Build Professional certification (DBIA) certifications, a plus

Who We Are:

We are S&ME. For over 50 years, our collaborative approach to geotechnical, civil, environmental, and construction materials has offered innovative solutions to solve our clients' most complex challenges. Together, our work results in lasting positive community impacts across the country.

Collectively, we are 1000 proud employee-owners across 10 states and value eager, passionate, honest, and hard-working employees who strive to make positive impacts on our communities. With employee ownership at our foundation, we are all vested in the success of each other and S&ME. We know that creating an environment where employees can grow and flourish, both professionally and personally, leads to our collective drive for success. That's why we put our employees first in everything from safety to opportunity.

What We Offer:

We offer a generous benefits package with a full suite of voluntary options, including our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and well-being programs to support you and your family, and the development resources you need to advance in your career. We also believe in a flexible working environment, allowing you and your manager to determine how you can work most effectively and collaboratively to meet your client, team, and personal commitments.

• Competitive Compensation
• Medical Plans with HSA and FSA options
• Dental & Vision Plans
• 401K with Company Matching
• PTO with Rollover
• Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Credential Incentive Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Company Fleet for Project-Based Work
• Referral Bonuses
• & More!

If you are seeking a challenging and rewarding career with a firm committed to our employees and providing quality service to our clients, join us at S&ME!

This is a full-time position with competitive pay based on experience. The successful candidate must meet the requirements of the company's Fleet Management Program, Substance Policy, and Reference Check Program. Submit resume, cover letter, and salary expectations for consideration. Only qualified candidates with acceptable employment eligibility verification (I-9) will be considered. Visa assistance is not provided. S&ME reserves the right to fill this position with an internal or external candidate at any time during the search. S&ME is not responsible for unauthorized job postings or submissions of resumes using external links/websites.

No candidate/recruiter calls, personal calls, or walk-ins are accepted.