Group Leader – Vertical Telecom

Olsson; Kansas City (MO); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Flexible work arrangements

Wellness program

Bonus program

Career development

Job summary

Olsson's South Facility Engineering and Design Team seeks a Group Leader to guide the Vertical Telecom group across offices, mentoring staff and delivering high‑caliber telecom design projects.

You will drive client relationships, shape business development, and oversee kickoff to closeout with schedules, budgets, and technical excellence, leveraging CAD/BIM tools and PE/RCDD preference.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, sciences, construction, planning, landscape architecture, or related field; associate degree with experience considered.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in telecom, low-voltage systems, or related discipline.
• At least 4 years supervising technical personnel with mentorship and team leadership.
• Strong understanding of telecom design practices, building codes, and project delivery methods.
• PE license or RCDD certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Charge: drive daily operations of the Vertical Telecom group to align with firm objectives.
• Grow the Team: supervise a growing, multi-office group and foster collaboration.
• Deliver Excellence: oversee project delivery from kickoff to closeout with budgets and schedules.
• Be the Client's Go-To: build and nurture client relationships through proactive communication.
• Shape the Future: support growth of telecom practice via business development and proposals.
• Mentor and Inspire: coach and develop team members for career growth.
• Balance the Load: monitor performance and staffing to keep projects moving.

Skills

Telecom design

Project leadership

Mentorship

Client relations

CAD/BIM

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

PE license or RCDD certification preferred

Tools

CAD/BIM software

Telecom design tools

Job description

Company Description

We are Olsson. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results – for our people, our clients, and our company.

We're a people-centric firm, so it's no surprise our greatest asset is our people. The impact this creates is an environment that encourages our people to grow and be creative with their talents. This approach builds a culture that is uniquely Olsson. It allows us to grow our people as we grow our business. This, in turn, creates a lasting impact on the world around us.

Job Description

Olsson's South Facility Engineering and Design Team is shaping the future of infrastructure across commercial, healthcare, education, and military environments. Our Vertical Telecom team is at the heart of this transformation, designing the communication systems that power world-class facilities.

We're looking for a Group Leader who's ready to lead with vision, mentor with purpose, and drive technical excellence. This is more than a management role, it's a chance to shape a growing team, influence high-impact projects, and build lasting client relationships. Olsson's Information and Communication Technology Team supports the firm in a wide range of project types in providing design services for telecom, security, audio/visual, and fire alarm systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the Charge: Drive daily operations of the Vertical Telecom group, setting performance goals that align with team and firmwide objectives
• Grow the Team: Contribute to the vision and strategy of growing the team. Supervise a dynamic and expanding group across multiple offices and states, fostering collaboration and technical growth.
• Deliver Excellence: Oversee project delivery from kickoff to closeout—ensuring schedules, budgets, and technical execution meet our high standards.
• Be the Client's Go-To: Build and nurture client relationships through proactive communication, strategic insight, and exceptional service.
• Shape the Future: Support the strategic growth of the telecom practice through business development, client strategy, and proposal leadership.
• Mentor and Inspire: Provide coaching, feedback, and professional development to team members, helping them thrive in their careers.
• Balance the Load: Monitor team performance, utilization, and staffing needs to keep projects moving and people supported.

Qualifications

You are passionate about:

• Working collaboratively with others.
• Having ownership in the work you do.
• Using your talents to positively affect communities.

You bring to the team:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, sciences, construction, planning, landscape architecture, or a related field preferred. An associate degree with equivalent experience will also be considered.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in telecom, low-voltage systems, or a related discipline.
• At least 4 years of experience supervising technical personnel, with a proven track record of mentorship and team leadership.
• Strong understanding of telecom design practices, building codes, and project delivery methods.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or RCDD certification preferred.
• Proficiency in CAD/BIM software and telecom design tools.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage client relationships and contribute to business development.

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Additional Information

Olsson specializes in engineering and design, client advisory services, planning, field services, and environmental. Improving the world has been our mindset from the very beginning, back when Olsson first opened for business in 1956. And it will be our mindset for years to come.

As an Olsson employee, you will:

• Receive a competitive 401(k) match
• Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths
• Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements
• Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles

In addition, full-time employees will receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance.

Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status.

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