VP, Construction Technology & Growth Strategy

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

Job summary

Kimmel & Associates, Inc. is seeking a Vice President of Construction Technology to lead strategy, growth, and operational performance across its construction technology business.

The executive will build a scalable technology organization, increase customer adoption, and develop recurring revenue streams through subscriptions and services. The role requires 10+ years of leadership in construction equipment or technology, strong financial acumen, and proven ability to translate complex solutions

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Business, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in construction equipment, construction technology, heavy equipment distribution, or related industry.
• Proven ability to lead 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

• 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, lead, and develop 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 jobsite safety, production, operating costs, equipment utilization, and overall customer profitability.
• Own business performance, including revenue, gross profit, operating expenses, budgeting, resource allocation, and return on investment.
• Establish scalable processes for technology sales, installation, commissioning, service, support, and subscription management.
• Partner with equipment 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 to align product strategy, customer needs, and business opportunities.
• Establish KPIs and reporting systems to measure financial results, customer adoption, operational efficiency, and technology utilization.
• Evaluate emerging technologies, industry trends, and strategic partnerships to strengthen the dealership's competitive position.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Executive communication

Financial acumen

Budget management

Relationship management

Team development

Cross-functional collaboration

Tech value proposition

Equipment knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Kimmel & Associates, Inc. is seeking a Vice President of Construction Technology to lead strategy, growth, and operational performance across its construction technology business.

The executive will build a scalable technology organization, increase customer adoption, and develop recurring revenue streams through subscriptions and services. The role requires 10+ years of leadership in construction equipment or technology, strong financial acumen, and proven ability to translate complex solutions