Market Executive

KCI Technologies, Inc.; Florida; On-site; USD 300,000 - 330,000; Full time

Job summary

KCI Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Market Executive responsible for directing the Energy Distribution Engineering Market across multiple locations. You will lead 50–500 team members, manage project execution, and drive strategic growth while maintaining profitability and client relationships.

The role requires substantial leadership experience, the ability to develop business opportunities, and proven financial acumen to optimize performance across a nationwide footprint.

Qualifications

• Experience leading large engineering/consulting teams and P&L ownership.
• Proven ability to recruit, develop, and retain technical staff.
• Strong strategic planning and client-development capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Leading a team of technical managers and driving project execution.
• Overseeing the financial performance and budgeting for the business unit.
• Identifying, recruiting and developing business partners and opportunities.
• Providing technical oversight to ensure compliance with standards.
• Developing strategies to grow revenue and expand market footprint.

Skills

Leadership

Financial acumen

Communication skills

Strategic planning

Education

Associate's degree in related field

15+ years of technical and leadership experience

Bachelor's Degree in related field

Professional Engineer (PE)

PMP

Job description

Job Locations
US-MD-Sparks | US-NC-Charlotte | US-NC-Raleigh | US-FL-Tampa | US-FL-Maitland | US-GA-Atlanta

ID
2026-8138
Category
Power
Type
Full-Time Regular - 40 hours
Posted Date
2 hours ago (10/6/2026 4:26 PM)
Max
USD $330,000.00/Yr.
Min
USD $300,000.00/Yr.

Market Executive Job Locations
US-MD-Sparks | US-NC-Charlotte | US-NC-Raleigh | US-FL-Tampa | US-FL-Maitland | US-GA-Atlanta
ID
2026-8138
Category
Power
Type
Full-Time Regular - 40 hours
Posted Date
2 hours ago (10/6/2026 4:26 PM)
Max
USD $330,000.00/Yr.
Min
USD $300,000.00/Yr.

Overview

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.

THE COMPANY

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 #50 on Engineering News-Record's list of the Top 500 design firms in the nation.

KCI BENEFITS INFORMATION

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.

Duties, Responsibilities & Other

A Market Executive for the Energy Distribution Engineering Market is responsible for the daily direction and performance of the business unit by managing the acquisition of work, production of the team and its output relative to the client contract requirements, Sector Business Plan, and long-term needs of the organization including financial performance. The Market Executive will have proven experience in team leadership including oversight of technical business unit directors or leaders. The individual in this role will excel in identifying, nurturing, and developing business opportunities, large team leadership development, a strong business acumen and a track record of leading and improving engineering organizations. This role involves developing and executing project/contract winning strategies and leading large business units comprising 50-500 team members.

The Market Executive will be responsible for profit and loss of the specific business unit, including all direct and non-direct overhead expenditures, measured annually with monthly progress reviews. This role requires in-depth understanding of specific technical elements related to electrical and natural gas energy distribution systems including voltage up to 69kV to the extent required to deliver quality and accurate job deliverables in accordance with the contract terms and conditions, industry standards, Company standards and specific site requirements. A successful candidate for this position will have a track record of managing organizations above 100 people or more delivering consulting engineering services for various utility clients throughout the eastern United States. This position will require strong leadership skills and discipline to maintain profitability while pushing the organization to grow its client base and geographical footprint.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leadership and Team Management:
  • Leading a team of technical managers, providing guidance and oversight to ensure successful project execution.
  • Recruiting, onboarding, and managing staff of technical and administrative personnel to build productive, quality-focused, and profitable teams.
  • Conducting regular progress reviews and performance evaluations.
  • Creating and fostering a culture of safe work performance at every level.
  • Create and foster an environment that supports and develops a high performing team with healthy accountability components as measured by established key performance indicators.
  • Making strategic staffing decisions to ensure optimal team performance and alignment with business objectives.
  • Engaging in team building activities to foster a collaborative and high-performing work environment.
  • Leading meetings and presenting progress updates to stakeholders.
• Financial Accountability:
  • Overseeing the financial performance of the business unit, including profit and loss management and cost control.
  • Developing annual revenue and cost budgets.
  • Developing and implementing strategies to improve business performance and achieve company goals.
• Business Development and Client Relations:
  • Identifying, recruiting, and developing business partners.
  • Driving business development efforts to identify and secure new opportunities.
  • Managing client development and relationship management.
  • Engaging in client development and relationship management.
• Project and Technical Oversight:
  • Providing technical oversight to ensure projects meet industry, company, and client standards.
  • Conducting contract reviews and administration, as well as proposal development.
  • Ensuring compliance will all relevant regulations, policies, and procedures, maintaining high standards of ethical conduct and integrity.
  • Accountability to client specific performance and contract term compliance.
  • Serve as the responsible Professional Engineer on major projects.
• Strategic Growth:
  • Develop and implement strategies to annually grow revenue and profit, expand client base, and enhance KCI's presence within the Market and across a nationwide footprint.
  • Collecting and reviewing business data and executing staffing changes to enhance team performance.
  • Contributing to long-term strategic planning for the business unit and the corporation.
  • Provide regular updates and reports to the Sector President on the Market's performance, challenges, and strategic initiatives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities are the basic job functions that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Qualifications

Education and/or Work Experience Required:

• Associate's degree in related field (AEC Industry) and a minimum of 15 years of technical and leadership experience
• Proven record of leadership success with recent experience in executive management or business unit leadership roles.
• Exceptional strategic planning and execution skills, with the ability to drive growth and achieve KCI business objectives.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong financial acumen, with the ability to analyze financial data, develop budgets, and drive financial performance.
• Demonstrated ability to use critical thinking and decision-making skills to independently solve complex business issues.
• In-depth knowledge of technical aspects of this industry and current trends.
• Strong negotiation skills to manage contracts, partnerships, and client relations.
• Skilled in conflict resolution managing and resolving disputes within teams and with clients.
• Willingness to travel as needed within the designated region and occasionally nationally.
• Active membership in relevant professional organization and industry groups.

Education and/or Work Experience Preferred:

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field (AEC Industry - ABET accredited institution) is preferred and requires a minimum of 7 years of technical and leadership experience.
• A licensed Professional Engineer
• PMP
• Extensive training or experience in reviewing legal documents.

Certificates, licenses, and/or Registrations Required:

• Client specific training as applicable
• Successful completion of the KCI PM Training and Contract Training (for current employees) or the ability to complete within six months (for new hires)

Pre-employment drug screening and background check are conditions of employment. Motor vehicle checks may be required based upon position.