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Leo A Daly

Practice Lead, Technology

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

You will use extensive technical knowledge to direct and implement designs, develop and mentor ... Lead regular Practice meetings and communicate relevant information with the team. * Identify ...

Leo A Daly LLC

Practice Lead, Technology

Omaha, NE · On-site

You will use extensive technical knowledge to direct and implement designs, develop and mentor ... Lead regular Practice meetings and communicate relevant information with the team. * Identify ...

Leo A Daly

Practice Lead, Technology

Omaha, NE · On-site

You will use extensive technical knowledge to direct and implement designs, develop and mentor ... Lead regular Practice meetings and communicate relevant information with the team. * Identify ...

Rysun Labs Inc

Data Practice Lead

Milpitas, CA

$175K/yr

We are seeking an experienced Data Practice Lead to design and implement scalable, enterprise-grade ... The ideal candidate will have deep technical expertise in artificial intelligence, data science ...

Rysun Labs Inc

Data Practice Lead

Milpitas, CA · On-site

$175K/yr

We are seeking an experienced Data Practice Lead to design and implement scalable, enterprise-grade ... The ideal candidate will have deep technical expertise in artificial intelligence, data science ...

Rysun Labs Inc

Data Practice Lead

Milpitas, CA

$175K/yr

We are seeking an experienced Data Practice Lead to design and implement scalable, enterprise-grade ... The ideal candidate will have deep technical expertise in artificial intelligence, data science ...

RIVA Solutions Inc.

AI Practice Lead

Reston, VA · On-site

AI Practice Lead Location: Reston, VA (Remote) Terms: Full-time Clearance: Must be a U.S. Citizen ... Serve as a hands-on technical expert, designing proofs of concept (POCs) and implementing AI system ...

Wade Trim

Power Practice Lead

Pittsburgh, PA

This position requires strong technical, managerial, and financial skills and leadership ability ... Provide input to other Practice Leads to ensure best management practices are consistently applied ...

Wade Trim

Power Practice Lead

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

This position requires strong technical, managerial, and financial skills and leadership ability ... Provide input to other Practice Leads to ensure best management practices are consistently applied ...

Christopher B. Burke Engineering, LLC

$145K - $187K/yr

Lead QA/QC efforts and technical reviews to ensure compliance with applicable agency standards ... practices. Travel Required Yes . Travel to and from job sites Equal Opportunity Employer This ...

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As of Sep 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for technical practice lead in the United States is $156,348.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $116,000.00 and $205,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a technical practice lead?

A Technical Practice Lead is a senior professional responsible for overseeing and guiding a specific technical discipline or practice within an organization. They provide leadership, set best practices, mentor team members, and ensure that projects align with business goals and industry standards. Technical Practice Leads often work closely with both technical teams and business stakeholders to drive innovation and maintain high-quality technical solutions. Their role typically involves a blend of hands-on technical work, strategy development, and team management.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a technical practice lead, and why are they important?

To excel as a Technical Practice Lead, you need deep expertise in your technical domain, strong leadership abilities, and experience in managing teams or projects, often backed by a relevant degree or certification. Familiarity with project management tools (like Jira or Trello), cloud platforms (such as AWS or Azure), and industry-standard frameworks (like Agile or ITIL) is commonly required. Exceptional communication, strategic thinking, and the ability to mentor and inspire teams are standout soft skills in this role. These capabilities are vital for effectively driving technical excellence, aligning teams with business goals, and ensuring successful project delivery.

How does a technical practice lead typically balance hands-on technical work with leadership and mentoring responsibilities?

A Technical Practice Lead often divides their time between direct technical contributions, such as overseeing complex projects or setting technical standards, and leadership activities like mentoring team members, guiding professional development, and collaborating with stakeholders. Balancing these responsibilities requires strong time management and the ability to delegate technical tasks when appropriate, while staying engaged in high-level decision-making. Regular communication with both the technical team and business leaders ensures alignment of goals and fosters a collaborative work environment. This dual focus allows Technical Practice Leads to drive innovation while supporting the growth of their teams.

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Practice Lead, Technology

Minneapolis, MN • On-site

Leo A Daly
Architectural Services • 501 - 1,000 employees
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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 6 days ago

Job description

Job Type
Full-time
Description
Job Summary
As the Practice Lead you will be responsible for the technical leadership and advancement of your Discipline Practice. You will engage in the generation of Discipline Practice growth objectives in collaboration with the Senior Director and the Director of Engineering. You will use extensive technical knowledge to direct and implement designs, develop and mentor teammates, participate in strategic planning, build strong internal relationships with other market leadership, and participate in marketing, project planning, business development, thought leadership, proposal development, and client interviews.
PRACTICE LEADERSHIP
  • Develop and implement inspirational short and long-range goals for the Practice including technical, digital practice, sustainability, and talent development strategies.
  • Lead the establishment, implementation, maintenance, and enforcement of Practice standards, quality control processes, and procedures. Establish, monitor, and hold working groups within the Practice accountable for development/advancement of standards. Includes, but not limited to, Practice specific software implementation, design procedures, standard details development, and master specifications template development.
  • Work to create and be an active, enthusiastic advocate for an integrated one firm approach in both pursuit and delivery areas of the Practice.
  • Lead regular Practice meetings and communicate relevant information with the team.
  • Identify Practice budgetary consideration items for such items as training courses, professional industry organization memberships, conference attendance, and technology purchases.
  • Work with the Senior Director and Director(s) to identify relevant trends for improvements to tools, training, software, and technology for Practice advancement and best in class operations.
  • 'Owns' the overall success of the Practice.
  • Act as the face and overall leader of the Practice.

PRACTICE BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
  • Provide both entrepreneurial and innovative thinking to achieve Practice year over year growth objectives.
  • Identify thought leadership topics across the Practice for development into conference abstracts, speaking opportunities, article publications, blog postings, and internal educational content.
  • Work with Senior Director and Director(s) to identify Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) within the Practice. Act as the primary Practice point of contact for identifying SMEs for specific project opportunities.
  • Assist Engineering Market Team Leads in identifying personnel for specific pursuits and project execution.
  • Communicate with Senior Director and Director(s) on prime and integrated engineering business development opportunities across studios.
  • Develop, with Project Managers and Engineering Market Team Leads, fees for Practice specific portions of work.
  • Perform marketing and business development activities including building relationships with key clients and strategic partners, proposal writing, fee estimates, and client interviews.
  • Travel for business development and project-related activities as required.

PROJECT LEADERSHIP
  • Establishes, designs, and specifies project-appropriate technology systems with a focus on audiovisual systems.
  • Guides and oversees the work of Project Engineers, EITs, and Designers
  • Independently attends client meetings and communicates with clients, consultants, contractors, and others during various stages of project development.
  • Prepares narratives, reports, calculations, drawings, and specifications in accordance with a high degree of quality, yet with regard to project schedule and budget constraints.
  • Proactively perform cross-discipline discussions and coordination.
  • Perform quality control of technology documentation, including structured cabling, security, and audiovisual for compliance with codes, standards, and program requirements.
  • Participate in Construction Administration by reviewing shop drawings and submittals, responding to RFIs, assist in solving construction issues, and performing site visits to assess conformance with the design concept.
  • Mentors and encourages the development of junior professionals and designers.
  • Assist with marketing and business development efforts including building relationships with key clients and strategic partners, proposal writing, fee estimates, and client interviews.
  • Travel for marketing and project-related activities will be required.

TEAMMATE DEVELOPMENT
  • Evaluate direct and indirect reports with a view toward continual improvement of the efficiency and effectiveness of those teammates; mentor and guide direct and indirect reports to ensure their professional and personal growth and ability to grow their careers at LEO A DALY.
  • Lead the training and educational opportunities for the Practice team. Identify Practice staff members with relevant technical expertise for participation in training development.
  • Mentor and encourage the development of Practice teammates; provide motivation, support continuous education, and encourage professional registration and certification.
  • Convey personnel needs to the Director of Operations, Senior Director, and Director of Engineering and participate in recruitment, interviewing, and selection of candidates for new employment opportunities, promotions, and transfers.
  • Collaborate with the Engineering Market Team Leads to address retention-related issues.

Requirements
  • Outstanding leadership presence and communications skills with the ability to inspire and quickly build trust and develop collaborative relationships across all markets and working groups internally and the throughout the industry.
  • A fresh, forward-looking approach and the willingness and vision to act as a change agent.
  • Team-oriented, with the ability to support, facilitate, lead, and motivate others through influence and respect.
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Architectural Engineering from an ABET accredited program.
  • Minimum 15+ years' experience in Technology engineering on a wide variety of project types within the A/E industry which may include, but is not limited to, commercial, healthcare, mission critical and light industrial project types.
  • Minimum 5+ years' team management experience.
  • Professional Engineer Registration required. Strong preference for Certified Technology Specialist (CTS) or Certified Technology Specialist - Design (CTS-D) credential and/or Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD) certification.
  • Demonstrated practical knowledge of codes and industry standards (BICSI, TIA, ASIS, AVIXA, etc) with the ability to apply them to real-world, multidisciplinary projects.
  • Production experience preparing deliverable drawing sets using Revit preferred.
  • Self-motivated team player with strong interpersonal, communication, writing, and presentation skills.
  • Ability to deal with competing priorities and manage time appropriately.

Salary range for this position varies between $165,000 - $215,000, depending upon applicable experience.
LEO A DALY offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance your health, financial stability, and work-life balance. Highlights include affordable medical, dental and vision plans, retirement savings with company matching and supplemental benefits such as:
  • Accident and Critical Illness
  • HSA + FSA options
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Company paid life insurance
  • Short-term and Long-term disability options
  • Parental Leave

Why join LEO A DALY?
At LEO A DALY, you will become part of a collaborative design culture and do work that matters. As an integrated design practice, we believe that a diversity of perspectives generates better solutions. We trust and support each other, ask hard questions and solve complex problems. Guided by a spirit of inquiry, we design for people at every scale, creating spaces that elevate individuals, their communities, and the institutions that serve them. Join LEO A DALY - help us transform the world.
LEO A DALY LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. LEO A DALY LLC, is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities, including providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with a disability. Applicants with a physical or mental disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process may contact the Human Resources Department by phone at 402-391-8111 or by email at Recruiting@LEOADALY.com . For more information about your rights under the law, see Know Your Rights .

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