VP, Construction Tech & Heavy Equipment Growth

Kimmel & Associates, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 235,000 - 290,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive compensation

Performance bonuses

Job summary

Kimmel & Associates, Inc. is seeking a Vice President of Construction Technology to lead strategy, growth, and operations for its construction technology business in Chicago.

You will build a scalable tech organization, expand customer adoption, and develop recurring revenue streams while integrating technology across dealerships. The ideal candidate combines commercial leadership with deep knowledge of construction equipment, machine control, connected assets, and productivity improvements,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in construction equipment, construction technology, heavy equipment distribution, or a related industry.
• Demonstrated success leading business growth, organizational development, and cross-functional initiatives.
• 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.
• Ability to translate complex technology solutions into clear customer value propositions and measurable business outcomes.
• Strong understanding of construction equipment applications, customer operations, and technology-enabled productivity improvements.

Responsibilities

• Strategy and Business Leadership: Develop and execute a comprehensive construction technology strategy aligned with dealership objectives, market opportunities, and OEM priorities.
• Commercial Growth: Drive technology revenue and profitability across equipment sales, aftermarket, rental, and customer-owned fleets.
• Market Development: Lead go-to-market strategies for machine control, grade control, fleet management, connected equipment, automation, and digital productivity solutions.
• Recurring Revenue: Expand software subscriptions, technology services, support agreements, and other sustainable revenue opportunities.
• Organizational Leadership: Build, lead, and develop a high-performing technology organization spanning sales, technical support, service, demonstrations, training, and field operations.
• Customer Adoption: Increase customer utilization of technology solutions through onboarding, implementation, training, and ongoing support.
• Customer Value: Demonstrate measurable improvements in jobsite safety, production, operating costs, equipment utilization, and overall profitability.
• Financial Performance: Own revenue, gross profit, operating expenses, budgeting, resource allocation, and ROI.
• Operational Excellence: Establish scalable processes for technology sales, installation, commissioning, service, support, and subscription management.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with equipment sales, rental, service, and parts leadership to integrate technology into customer relationships.
• OEM and Strategic Partnerships: Build executive relationships with Caterpillar, SITECH/Trimble, and other providers to align product strategy and opportunities.
• Performance Management: Establish KPIs and reporting for financial results, adoption, efficiency, and utilization.
• Innovation and Continuous Improvement: Evaluate emerging technologies and trends to strengthen competitive position.

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

Kimmel & Associates, Inc. is seeking a Vice President of Construction Technology to lead strategy, growth, and operations for its construction technology business in Chicago.

You will build a scalable tech organization, expand customer adoption, and develop recurring revenue streams while integrating technology across dealerships. The ideal candidate combines commercial leadership with deep knowledge of construction equipment, machine control, connected assets, and productivity improvements,