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Description:

We are seeking a highly qualified and experienced Professional Registered Engineer to serve as a Senior Project Manager to lead client services, program execution, and strategic growth for a $1 billion, 10-year Department of Defense (DoD) Architect-Engineer (A/E) Services Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract. The successful candidate will act as a primary client interface with the Department of Defense and serve as the Coordinator of Joint Venture (JV) Operations, managing collaboration between our firm, a protégé partner firm, and a network of A/E subconsultants.

This leadership role requires exceptional project delivery expertise, team coordination, and client relationship management capabilities. The candidate will also provide direct supervision and mentorship to a multidisciplinary team of engineers, construction managers, and technical professionals. The successful candidate will manage complex projects and supervise task order managers on smaller projects. The position also includes business development, primarily filling the existing IDIQ but also seeking new opportunities with the Air Force and other potential clients.

This position may be based in San Antonio, Texas or San Diego, California. Exceptional remote candidates will be considered. Travel is anticipated to be approximately 25%.Travel is anticipated to be approximately 25%.

Main Responsibilities:

• Serve Lead the successful execution of complex projects under a nationwide DoD Architect-Engineer (A/E) IDIQ contract, ensuring delivery on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Serve as the primary Client Service Lead, managing relationships with Government clients and ensuring high levels of client satisfaction and performance excellence.
• Coordinate all aspects of Joint Venture (JV) operations, including collaboration with a protégé firm and multiple A/E subconsultants to maximize value and technical resources.
• Supervise and mentor a multidisciplinary team of engineers and construction management professionals, providing both technical and managerial guidance.
• Lead the development of competitive task order proposals, including pricing strategy, resource alignment, and execution planning.
• Oversee task order execution, including scope definition, resource allocation, budgeting, scheduling, and quality assurance across multiple concurrent efforts.
• Monitor and report project performance using appropriate tools and risk management practices; elevate issues to senior leadership as necessary.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal regulations (including FAR and DoD standards), contract requirements, and company policies-particularly regarding safety, performance, and documentation.
• Facilitate ongoing communication and coordination among internal teams, clients, subcontractors, and senior leadership to ensure transparency and alignment.
• Support strategic growth by identifying new task order opportunities, strengthening client relationships, and positioning the team for future work.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, or a related technical field.
• Must have an active Professional Engineer (PE) license and/or Registered Architect (RA) certification in at least one U.S. state.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience managing large-scale A/E or design-build contracts, preferably within the Department of Defense (DoD) or federal contracting environment.
• Proven track record of leading complex IDIQ or multi-task order contracts, ideally valued at $500M or more.
• Strong expertise in project delivery, resource and budget management, quality control, and team leadership.
• Experience managing joint venture operations, mentor-protégé partnerships, and coordinating with multiple subcontractors.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, with demonstrated ability to engage with clients and cross-functional teams effectively.
• Solid understanding of federal contracting regulations, including FAR, DFARS, UFC, and other DoD standards.
• Highly organized, proactive, and capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word and Excel.
• Willingness and ability to travel periodically as required by project needs.
• Must be able to pass pre-employment drug test, MVR check and federal government background check.
• Must be eligible to work legally in the US.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or a related technical discipline.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent project management credential.
• Experience leading programs that incorporate sustainability, resilience, or energy performance objectives.
• Prior military service or direct experience working with NAVFAC, USACE, AFCEC, or other DoD engineering organizations.
• Active duty or Reserve tour at AFCEC or USACE is highly desirable.
• Current or past membership in the Society of American Military Engineers (SAME) is a plus.

Company Summary

KMEA is a project management, environmental, energy, engineering, and sustainability consulting company providing professional engineering, scientific, and technical services to our clients throughout the United States and internationally. With technical centers throughout the country, KMEA's award-winning services include Major Program Management, Environmental Remediation, Environmental Engineering & Consulting Services, Energy, Engineering (A/E), Sustainability, Staff Augmentation, and Third-party Inspection Services. Our firm is committed to delivering innovative and sustainable solutions in support of mission-critical programs for the Department of Defense (DoD) and other federal agencies.

TOP REASONS TO WORK WITH US:

• Safety: The goal of the KMEA safety team is zero incidents. In support of this goal, at KMEA safety takes precedence over expediency.
• People: We value everyone's role and collaborate to produce the best results.
• Integrity and Ethics: We say what we mean and do what we say.
• Outstanding Customer Satisfaction: Outstanding customer satisfaction was what established our reputation and secures our future.
• Innovation: We embrace change as an opportunity, we are a culture that values innovation, sustainability, and professional growth.
• Profitability Controlled: Sustainable profitable growth allows us to provide financial security for our employees and their families and to give back to the community.

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION:

KMEA is a project management, environmental, energy, engineering and sustainability consulting company providing professional engineering, scientific, and technical services to our clients throughout the United States and internationally. With technical centers throughout the country KMEA's award-winning services include Major Program Management, Environmental Remediation, Environmental Engineering & Consulting Services, Energy, Engineering (A/E), Sustainability, Staff Augmentation and Third-party Inspection Services.

The goal of KMEA is simple - to provide superior client services and advocacy to cost-effectively manage our clients' environmental, energy, engineering, and sustainability issues. Since its founding in 1996, KMEA's outstanding performance is testimony to our commitment and dedication to our customers.

KMEA offers a full range of benefits, including 99% employer-paid medical plan for employees; dental and vision plans; flexible spending account (FSA) for pre-tax medical, dental and vision products and services and dependent care; a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) plan; Company-paid group life insurance; supplemental voluntary term life (VTL) policy with a guaranteed issue benefit; and 401(k) plan with a generous Company match and vesting plan.

KMEA is a federal contractor and qualified Military Veterans, and other Qualified Protected Class candidates are encouraged to apply.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

KMEA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, religion or religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex stereotypes, or transgender status (including transitioning, having transitioned, or perceived identity).

We also prohibit discrimination based on age (40 and over), disability (physical, mental, or perceived), medical condition, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, registered domestic partnership, military or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

In alignment with evolving anti-discrimination standards, KMEA explicitly prohibits discrimination based on protective hairstyles, including but not limited to Afros, braids, twists, cornrows, and locs.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and veterans in our hiring process and in employment. KMEA promotes equity at every level and encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Reasonable Accommodation:

KMEA will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. A request for a reasonable accommodation may be made at any time during the application or hiring process or while employed by KMEA.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES: Please note that KMEA does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, KMEA will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, KMEA explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of KMEA.