Engineer, Project Development

K2M Design; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit-based bonus

Matched 401k

Open PTO

Paid holidays

Health insurance

Job summary

K2M Design in Columbus, OH seeks an experienced AEC Project Development Engineer to serve as a trusted advisor to clients, translating goals into successful outcomes. The role emphasizes strong communication, problem-solving, and leadership across design teams to deliver value on large, complex projects.

Ideal candidates have 15+ years in AEC engineering, a track record on public projects, and are adept at client-facing presentations and cross-disciplinary collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Applied Science from an ABET-accredited college or university.
• 15+ years experience in the field of AEC Engineering.
• Professional Engineering License, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain trusted, long-term relationships with clients as strategic advisor and primary contact.
• Understand client objectives and deliver tailored engineering solutions balancing technical and business goals.
• Anticipate client needs and identify opportunities to provide additional value and expand services.
• Collaborate with clients to translate challenges into practical, innovative engineering solutions.
• Lead client meetings, presentations, and project discussions to communicate vision, progress, and recommendations.
• Partner with multidisciplinary teams to align project execution with client expectations and business goals.
• Support business development by contributing to pursuits, proposals, and client engagement strategies.

Skills

Client relationships

Strategic advisory

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Applied Science

Job description

K2M Design is looking for positive contributors to our culture, that are passionate about meeting the demanding needs of our clients, and add value and impact through expertise - all in turn contributing to the growth of K2M.

If you are an AEC Engineer and believe in Building Relationships Based on Trust and Results - we need you! Position based in Columbus, OH.

Position Summary

The role as an AEC Project Development Engineer serves as a trusted advisor to clients, building relationships, identifying opportunities, and helping turn project goals into successful outcomes. Through strong communication, presentation, and problem-solving skills, this individual collaborates with clients and design teams to develop solutions that address complex challenges and create lasting value.

Experience on large and complex projects a must, preferably on public projects.

Core Competencies

• Builds trust and long-term partnerships with clients.
• Understands client goals, challenges, and organizational drivers.
• Anticipates needs and proactively identifies opportunities to add value.
• Listens actively and translates client challenges into actionable solutions.
• Connects client objectives with practical design and engineering approaches.
• Navigates complex issues while balancing technical, operational, and business considerations.
• Leads client meetings, workshops, and presentations with confidence.
• Communicates complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Influences decision-making through clear, compelling storytelling.
• Aligns multidisciplinary design teams around client goals and project objectives.
• Facilitates collaboration between clients, project stakeholders, and technical staff.
• Recognizes growth opportunities and emerging client needs.
• Understands market trends, funding, procurement, and project drivers.
• Contributes to project pursuits, positioning, and relationship development.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain trusted, long-term relationships with clients by serving as a strategic advisor and primary point of contact.
• Understand client objectives, operational challenges, and organizational priorities to deliver tailored engineering solutions.
• Anticipate client needs and proactively identify opportunities to provide additional value, expand services, and strengthen partnerships.
• Collaborate with clients to evaluate challenges and translate business needs into practical, innovative engineering solutions.
• Provide technical guidance that balances engineering requirements with operational, financial, and business objectives.
• Lead client meetings, presentations, and project discussions to effectively communicate project vision, progress, and recommendations.
• Present complex engineering concepts in a clear, concise manner to executive leadership, public agencies, and other non-technical stakeholders.
• Partner with multidisciplinary engineering and design teams to align project execution with client expectations and business goals.
• Identify new business opportunities by recognizing emerging client needs, market trends, and strategic growth initiatives.
• Maintain awareness of public-sector funding sources, procurement processes, and market conditions to support business development efforts.
• Support business development activities by contributing to project pursuits, proposal development, client engagement strategies, and relationship management initiatives.

K2M's Benefits and Perks:

• Competitive Pay: Profit based bonus plan, matched 401k plan
• Time off: 10 paid annual holidays, plus Open PTO to balance work and life
• Health Insurance: Medical, dental and vision benefits, plus life and short term disability

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Applied Science from an ABET accredited college or university.
• 15+ years experience in the field of AEC Engineering.
• Professional Engineering License, preferred.