Central Division Power Market Project Management Office (PMO) Director

Take Your Career to the Next Level 

Kleinfelder’s business development and marketing professionals help communicate innovative solutions. From identifying opportunities to developing winning strategies, they know how to leverage relationships, build new ones, and collaborate across areas, service lines, and markets. Are you interested in the opportunity to lead large-scale project opportunities? Join Kleinfelder and be part of our dynamic team! 

Step into Your New Role 

Kleinfelder’s Central Division is growing and looking to hire a Central Division Power Market Project Management Office (PMO) Director to support our growth.  We are looking for an energetic and dynamic professional that possesses a business development background and has a strong understanding of the Power market across the Central Division’s geographic span (TX, OK, CO, UT, and adjacent states). The successful candidate will have the capability of growing lasting relationships and the ability to assess economic drivers, market conditions, and competitive landscape to leverage Kleinfelder’s capabilities and grow business with both an existing and potential client base. 

This role can be based in anywhere within the Central Division’s geographic area (TX, OK, CO, UT, and adjacent states).

GENERAL CAPABILITY:

• Assess the Power market, including opportunities and risks, and then identify and execute a strategy to support the Central Division’s penetration into the Power market sector.
• Identify target clients, regulatory and economically driven opportunities, and aid the Division leadership team, client account managers, and seller/doers to build a team capable positioning and winning projects.
• Monitor that projects are executed successfully and with quality, leading to follow-on opportunities.
• Define Kleinfelder’s position within the Power market sector, establishing criteria for appropriate projects and pursuits, and identifying subject matter experts critical to success in the sector.
• Competently manage business development and project management staff. Work independently or in conjunction with senior management/executive staff to win and execute work successfully.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work closely with the National Power Market Manager to manage the Central Division Power Market
• Meet or exceed the Central Division Power market plan objectives for Sales, Net Revenue, Cost of Sales, and Profitability.
• Plan annual goals and budgets for Power Market activities and work with Area Business Development Leaders to support their power business.
• Analyze power market drivers and identify unique new business opportunities for high growth and profitability.
• Contribute to appropriate business planning efforts.
• Identify and manage conferences and other OH expenses needed to accomplish goals.
• Assist Division personnel to evaluate prospective clients and opportunities, reinforcing sound business decision-making.
• Engage in specific sales efforts such as proposals, proposal reviews, and interviews for major pursuits.
• Mentor specific seller/doers and client account managers in the market to improve their BD skills and activities.
• Manage client BD and delivery teams, as assigned.
• Engage in the recruiting, mentorship, coaching and performance review of employees operating within the power sector.
• Engage in national and local organizations and conferences important to our clients and the markets.

COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS:

 Acting Strategically

• Aligns day-to-day activities around broader organizational goals and objectives.
• Prioritizes resources based on the strategic objectives of the organization.
• Recognizes and rewards people based on how their actions support the broader needs of the company.

Demonstrating Tenacity and Perseverance

• Maintains high levels of energy and enthusiasm over an extended amount of time.
• Does not give up when faced with challenging obstacles.
• Completes what he/she starts.
• Sees projects through to the end.

Driving for Results

• Aggressively pursues challenging goals and objectives.
• Will to put in considerable time and effort to accomplish objectives.
• Takes a highly focused, goal driven approach toward work.

Making Accurate Judgments and Decisions

• Bases decisions on a systematic review of relevant facts and information.
• Avoids making assumptions or rushing to judgment.
• Provides clear rationale for decisions.

Setting a Strategic Vision

• Identifies and articulates the strategic goals and direction of the market.
• Establishes connections between short term goals and long-term objectives and directions.

Academic Requirement:

• S. degree in Engineering or related field required.
• Master’s/MBA degree or equivalent preferred.

Experience:

• 15 or more years of related experience, 8 or more years of professional and project management experience in consulting engineering business and knowledge of applicable laws and regulations required.

• 5 or more years’ experience at management level.
• Certification/Registration: Professional registration preferred.

 Other Knowledge and Skills:

• Superior communication skills and in-depth knowledge of company service and products.
• Effective understanding and skills in using Customer Relationship Management software.

Move Forward with Kleinfelder 

Kleinfelder has been connecting great people to the best work since 1961. We are engineers, scientists, and construction professionals providing solutions that improve our clients’ transportation, water, energy, and other private infrastructure. As a responsive, cross-disciplinary team of bright, curious, and innovative problem-solvers, we are dedicated to doing the right thing, every day, on every project from over 100 offices in the US, Canada, and Australia. Connecting great people to the best work is our purpose – together, we deliver. 

Progress with an Employer that Values You 

Kleinfelder is an inclusive organization free from discrimination. We are a stronger organization when we are a diverse workforce and believe that through diversity, equity, and inclusion comes creativity, innovation, and unity. We are proud to offer the following: 

Benefits: Kleinfelder offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays.  The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act.  Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience. Salary range: $118,619 - $218,793.  We will be accepting applications through 03/16/2026.  

Career Development: We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program. 

Equal Opportunity: Kleinfelder is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules) 

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES  

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