Senior Project Manager

Senior Project Manager

Job Location s: US-SC-Columbia | US-SC-Rock Hill

Join us as we Rise to the Challenge

At KCI, we're building an enduring community that provides unparalleled value to our employee-owners. We make our mark designing and delivering our world-class solutions, so we invest deeply in supporting and developing our team. We reward integrity and commitment, and when we do well, you do well. Our employees have the freedom to innovate, unlimited growth, a voice that matters, a lifestyle that works, and skin in the game.

Achievements are shared and celebrated. As a team, we are motivated to better ourselves, each other, and the world around us.

KCI Technologies, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned engineering, consulting and construction firm serving clients throughout the United States. KCI is recognized as an industry leader, employing cutting-edge technologies, management practices and strategic growth initiatives. Employee ownership fosters an entrepreneurial spirit, encourages technical expertise, and shapes strategic planning.

KCI is currently ranked #53 on Engineering News-Record's list of the Top 500 design firms in the nation.

We offer a competitive compensation package, family friendly benefits, a collaborative working environment, and the training, mentoring and resources you need to advance in your career.

We understand that you have choices, and we know that together we will make a great team!

KCI is committed to building a diverse and inclusive staff, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and individuals with disabilities to apply.

KCI Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

The Senior Project Manager is the highest level in KCI's Project Management career path, responsible for overseeing highly complex projects or multi-project programs. This role provides strategic oversight and direction, often managing multiple project teams and guiding Project Managers to achieve cohesive, large-scale outcomes. The Senior Project Manager is instrumental in ensuring seamless coordination across numerous stakeholders, balancing competing demands, and driving projects to successful completion.

With an expert grasp of project dynamics, this role requires strong leadership, deep organizational acumen, and the ability to navigate high-stakes projects from inception through delivery.

• 15+ years of experience in transportation design/construction management/pavement analysis and design is preferred.
• Experience developing transportation projects and schedules for projects under development for and by guidance of DOT and AASHTO design standards.
• Proposal and bid review and preparation including scope, schedule, and fee. Contract management and billing.
• Professional Engineering License for designated state preferred.
• Assist in the preparation of written technical proposals, assemble teams to meet client criteria, and develop professional relationships.
• Quality control review in preparation of plans, technical specifications, quantity takeoffs, and construction estimates in accordance with state design manuals and standard drawings.

• Successful candidate should have local client contacts and knowledge and the ability to market clients and establish business opportunities.
• Responsible for identifying new business opportunities, coordinating, and participating in project presentations to clients and other external groups, developing and organizing proposal teams and promoting KCI's capabilities among existing and prospective clients.
• Responsible for participating in project opportunity evaluations.
• Assist project closeout with an overall project write up and pictures of completed project for marketing/resume use.
• Active involvement in at least one industry and/or community organization.

• Fully manage project management and…