POSITION SPECIFICATION Position: Senior Project Manager Department: Industrial, Process & Agribusiness (IPA) Reporting Relationship: Vice President, Industry and Infrastructure 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 Senior Project Manager plays a key role in the successful management of projects and the development of staff. Reporting to the VP, Industry and Infrastructure this individual will provide technical and engineering leadership. The Senior Project Manager 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 also create a dynamic team environment by mentoring and coaching colleagues and fostering a highly collaborative working environment. This person will also 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. Specific responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, the following: Oversees and participates in the engineering of projects in the department to assure that KFI quality, customer satisfaction and financial objectives are met. Actively manages assigned projects, driving them to completion. This will require 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 and scoped. Actively contributes 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. Manages staff, provides overall direction, and facilitates goal setting and performance reviews. Conducts one-on-one meetings with staff as required. Takes an active role as a member of the IPA department leadership team. Actively supports continued growth of Cincinnati IPA team. Applies principles from science to engineering designs and problems while supporting other departments/disciplines. Reviews invoices, ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of billing activity. QUALIFICATIONS Required Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Civil or Structural Engineering, or related field. Minimum of ten years' professional experience. Demonstrated strong proficiency in design and construction phase support services. Possess strong interpersonal skills to enable effective development and leadership of Designers, Engineers and Project Managers. Superior project management skills and knowledge of related tools and processes. Strong influencing skills and has demonstrated the maturity and self-confidence to work with senior business leaders and customers. Be naturally collaborative and possess the ability to assimilate a range of ideas, programs, or alternatives into a set of recommendations. Be self-directed but thrive in an environment w