Industrial and Data Center Practice Leader

S&Me, Inc.; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision with HSA/FSA

ESOP with 5%+ company contribution

401(k) with employer match

PTO with rollover

Maternity/Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Company vehicle & fuel card

Credential incentive programs

Referral bonuses

Job summary

S&ME, Inc. is seeking an entrepreneurial Practice Leader for Industrial & Data Centers who will drive growth, expand client relationships, and shape the practice’s direction.

This leadership role emphasizes building teams, guiding business development, and delivering high-quality engineering and testing services across the organization. The role is flexible within the S&ME footprint, offering career growth, ESOP ownership, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive experience in project/program or market leadership roles.
• Proven success driving revenue growth in Industrial, Data Centers, or related markets.
• Strong network and client relationships within industrial and/or data center sectors.
• Professional licensure (PE/PG or equivalent) is a plus.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Drive growth and market expansion with a strategic plan.
• Build and grow key client relationships at local, regional, and national levels.
• Lead, build, and inspire multidisciplinary teams to scale capabilities.
• Deliver excellence through quality, safety, and client satisfaction while staying ahead of market trends.

Skills

Revenue growth

Client relationships

Leadership experience

Licensure (PE/PG)

PMP certification

Job description

Practice Leader - Industrial & Data Centers

Location: Flexible within S&ME footprint

Requisition Number: 2026-2690-03

S&ME is seeking an entrepreneurial leader to champion the growth of our Industrial & Data Centers market. As Practice Leader, you'll help shape the future of this practice by identifying new opportunities, expanding client relationships, guiding business development efforts, and building high-performing teams that support continued success across the organization.

Build Your Career. Own Your Future.

At S&ME, you're more than just an employee; you're an employee-owner of a 100% employee-owned company that has been solving complex geotechnical, civil, environmental, and construction materials testing challenges for over 50 years. We're invested in your success and offer a career path with growth opportunities, training, and hands-on experience. Join a team that values safety, integrity, and teamwork while offering industry-leading benefits designed to help you thrive - on and off the job, including but not limited to:

• Medical, dental & vision plans with HSA and FSA options
• 100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with a minimum 5% company contribution
• 401(k) with employer match
• PTO with rollover
• Maternity/Parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Company vehicle & fuel card for project-based work
• Employee recognition & credential incentive programs
• $2,000 referral bonuses and more!

Your Role: Hands-On, Impactful, and Fast-Paced

The Industrial & Data Center market segment is part of S&ME's Business Growth Team, where we utilize our life cycle approach, providing our core services of environmental, civil, and geotechnical engineering, along with construction materials testing services and special inspections, to support our industrial and private clients.

If you're passionate about leading teams, driving growth, and influencing strategy, we invite you to join our team. This individual can be based near any S&ME office location.

What You Will Do:

• Drive Growth and Market Expansion
  • Develop and execute a strategic growth plan for the Industrial/Data Centers market that aligns with company initiatives and goals.
  • Identify and pursue new business opportunities to achieve and exceed revenue targets within the market for our key services: environmental, civil, and geotechnical engineering, along with construction materials testing services and special inspections.
• Build Relationships that Matter
  • Establish and grow key client relationships at local, regional, and national levels within the market
  • Collaborate with local operations and expand existing client relationships
  • Leverage your network and industry presence to position S&ME as a trusted partner for each of our service lines
  • Deliver exceptional client experiences that lead to repeat business and long-term partnerships
• Lead, Build, and Inspire Teams
  • Partner with internal leaders to build the team, capabilities, and resources needed to scale
  • Mentor and lead multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality solutions
  • Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and growth
• Deliver Excellence
  • Ensure projects are executed with a focus on quality, safety, and client satisfaction
  • Stay ahead of market trends, emerging technologies, and competitive dynamics
  • Champion innovation and continuous improvement to keep S&ME at the forefront

What We Are Looking For:

• Proven success driving revenue growth of our core services (geotechnical, environmental, civil and construction materials testing/special inspections) within Industrial, Data Centers, or similar markets
• Strong network and client relationships within the industrial and./or data center industry
• 10+ years of progressive experience in project/program or market leadership roles
• You have a proven track record of winning and delivering opportunities for multiple clients within the Industrial and Data Center market
• Relevant professional licensure (PE/PG or equivalent) is a plus.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) is a plus.

Our Culture: Built on Values

We don't just talk about values-we live them. They are integral to our daily operations, shaping our behaviors, culture, work, and teams every single day.

• Listen First, Work and Grow Together. Do the Right Thing and Do Things Right, Do What You Say, Lead from Where You Are, and Be Safe

Why Join S&ME?

At S&ME, your career growth matters. You'll receive professional training, work on exciting projects, and be part of a company that truly invests in its people. This is more than a job; it's a chance to build a long-term career in the engineering and construction industry.

This is a full-time position with competitive pay based on experience. The successful candidate must meet the requirements of the company's Fleet Management Program, Substance Policy, and Reference Check Program. Only qualified candidates with acceptable employment eligibility verification (I-9) will be considered. Visa assistance is not provided. S&ME reserves the right to fill this position with an internal or external candidate at any time during the search. S&ME is not responsible for unauthorized job postings or submissions of resumes using external links/websites. No candidate/recruiter calls, personal calls, or walk-ins are accepted.