Head of Construction Technology & Growth

Kimmel & Associates; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 235,000 - 290,000; Full time

Job summary

Kimmel & Associates seeks a Vice President of Construction Technology to lead strategy, growth, and operations for its construction technology business. This executive will build a scalable tech organization, increase customer adoption, develop recurring revenue streams, and integrate tech solutions across the dealership.

The role requires strong commercial and financial acumen, deep understanding of construction equipment and productivity technologies, and the ability to collaborate with

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in construction equipment, construction technology, heavy equipment distribution, or a related industry.
• Strong commercial and financial acumen, including experience managing budgets, profitability, and overall business performance.
• Proven ability to build and develop teams, lead organizational change, and establish accountability across multiple functions.
• Excellent executive communication, strategic planning, decision-making, and relationship management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive construction technology strategy aligned with dealership objectives, market opportunities, and OEM priorities.
• Drive technology revenue and profitability across equipment sales, aftermarket, rental, and customer-owned fleets.
• Lead go-to-market strategies for machine control, grade control, fleet management, connected equipment, automation, and digital productivity solutions.
• Expand software subscriptions, technology services, support agreements, and other sustainable revenue opportunities.
• Build and lead a high-performing technology organization spanning sales, technical support, service, demonstrations, training, and field operations.
• Increase customer utilization of technology solutions through onboarding, implementation, training, and ongoing support.
• Demonstrate measurable improvements in safety, production, costs, utilization, and profitability.
• Own business performance including revenue, gross profit, operating expenses, budgeting, and ROI.
• Establish scalable processes for technology sales, installation, commissioning, service, support, and subscription management.
• Partner with sales, rental, service, and parts leadership to integrate technology into customer relationships and account development.
• Build executive-level relationships with Caterpillar, SITECH/Trimble, and other technology providers.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field

Job description

Kimmel & Associates seeks a Vice President of Construction Technology to lead strategy, growth, and operations for its construction technology business. This executive will build a scalable tech organization, increase customer adoption, develop recurring revenue streams, and integrate tech solutions across the dealership.

The role requires strong commercial and financial acumen, deep understanding of construction equipment and productivity technologies, and the ability to collaborate with