Site Design Service Line Leader

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm with more than 2,800 professionals, providing a full range of multidisciplinary engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT is currently ranked #50 on Engineering News-Record's list of the Top 500 Design Firms.Position summary: JMT is seeking an energetic leader with an entrepreneurial spirit to serve as our Site Design Service Line Leader to grow our site design capabilities across the firm which includes civil engineers and landscape architects working in multiple offices and markets.The Site Design Service Line Leader will be part of the firm's Buildings & Facilities Business Line, which focuses primarily on government, institutional, and energy clients in a variety of markets. The Site Design Service Line Leader will coordinate closely with other business lines who also provide site design services to clients in other markets.The successful candidate will serve in a companywide leadership role, coordinating across regions and markets to build alignment, strengthen collaboration, and shape a shared, strategic vision for how the site design service supports clients, projects, and long-term growth.This position is offered in various locations within JMT's footprint; specific locations can be addressed with the hiring manager during the interview process.JMT offers outstanding opportunities for career and professional growth. We are 100% employee-owned (ESOP) and offer outstanding health care coverage and other benefits, including:Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision InsuranceCompany paid Life and Disability InsurancePaid Time OffPaid HolidaysPaid Caregiver Leave Program401K Retirement Plan (Traditional and Roth options)Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)Career Development ProgramsAnd more...Benefits | JMTCompensation for this position is $200,000.00 - $260,000.00 annually, commensurate with experience, education and certifications. The provided range is a good faith estimate based on the requirements described within the job description. We notice that we receive a wide variety of applicants and recognize that the person selected may be less experienced or more experienced. If so, the actual salary range may vary from the estimate provided.Essential functions and responsibilitiesPractice Leadership & Community BuildingBuild and sustain a companywide community of practice for civil engineers, landscape architects, and site plannersDevelop communication networks, forums, and regular touchpoints that connect staff across officesFoster a culture of collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and mutual supportUnderstand individual and team expertise and help align the right talent to the right opportunitiesStrategic Vision and GrowthDefine and communicate a clear vision and strategy for the site design practiceDevelop and implement a strategic service line plan that aligns with regional, market, and business line objectives.Identify priority markets, clients, and project types for growthLead the development of new or expanded services, integrated delivery approaches, or emerging capabilitiesClient & Pursuit SupportSupport regional managers, office leaders, and market leaders in driving business development and strategic pursuits within the service line by:Helping shape win strategiesAligning the best teams across officesContributing technical and strategic insight during proposals and interviews* Serve as a thought partner to clients and project leaders on complex or high-profile work* Help position the firm as a go-to site design partner for key clientsOperational and Financial AwarenessUnderstand and monitor the service lines' key performance metrics and assess their effectiveness and performance across business lines, markets and regions.Work with regional and business line leaders to identify corrective and enhancement strategies related to project delivery, profitability, and quality.Resource Management/WorksharingManage consistent resource planning efforts at a regular cadence to advise regional leaders on staff demand, available capacity and evaluate hiring needs.Lead collaborative worksharing efforts with regional leaders across the service line, assigning appropriate staff to balance workloads and cultivating technical expertise.* Project Delivery* Drive consistency across regional service line teams in executing projects, meeting quality standards, managing risk, problem solving, meeting deadlines, internal and external customer service and meeting overall client expectations.Recruitment and Staff DevelopmentDevelop and annually update a skills matrix to inventory depth and location of service line skillsets and identify/address gaps and opportunities to enhance technical expertise.Provide guidance, support, and mentorship for the career development of regional service line team members in collaboration with regional leaders.Collaborate with business line, market, and regional/office leaders in the recruitment of key hires.InnovationMonitor emerging technologies and technological trends related to the service line.Lead service line specific innovation to drive operational efficiencies.Identify and champion opportunities to drive innovative solutions as differentiators for major pursuits in collaboration with technology leaders and other stakeholders.Nonessential functions and responsibilities* Perform other related duties as assignedRequired SkillsStrong written and oral communication and interviewing skillsExcellent attention to detailStrong collaboration and relationship building skills.Ability to coach, mentor and develop senior leaders.Proven ability to influence without formal authorityRequired ExperienceBachelor's degree in civil engineering or landscape architecture or related field15+ years of experience in site design-related professional servicesProfessional licensure (PE, PLA, AICP or equivalent)Strong understanding of:Site development for buildings and infrastructure projectsUrban and master planningCampus, community, and federal market requirementsClient delivery modelsA/E or professional services business economics* Experience with operations, strategic planning, marketing, and business development* Experience working in a hybrid environment with dispersed teamsWorking ConditionsWork is performed within a general office environment. Work is generally sedentary in nature but may require occasional standing and walking. Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. within the office environment.Travel is expected throughout the United States to support the business line and the operations of our local offices.Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.