Regional CM/CEI Practice Director (Chicago)

Regional CM/CEI Practice Director

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm with over 2,300 professionals, providing multi-disciplined engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services across the United States. Ranked #61 on Engineering News-Record's Top 500 Design Firms.

We are seeking a Regional CM/CEI Practice Director for any of our Texas locations. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing JMT's Construction Management and Inspection services in Texas, including construction and program management, inspection, claims support, scheduling, cost estimating, project controls, and related responsibilities. This role involves driving growth throughout Texas, providing leadership and mentorship to staff, and developing and executing business development strategies to ensure regional practice success.

Enjoy a Robust Benefits Package

• Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Paid Caregiver Leave
• Travel Expenses Paid
• 401K with Traditional and Roth options
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Career Development and Educational Reimbursement
• And more...

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Coordinate growth plans with office and practice leaders
• Develop and maintain relationships with partners, contractors, and clients
• Establish and grow market presence through marketing and business development
• Manage financial budgets and resource allocation
• Lead proposal development and serve as a technical resource
• Establish staffing needs and participate in hiring
• Provide leadership and performance management to team members

Nonessential Functions

• Perform other related duties as assigned

Required Skills

• Effective in fast-paced environments
• Build successful team relationships based on trust and respect
• Motivate and inspire others
• Organized practices
• Excellent communication skills
• Self-starter with autonomy

Required Experience

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field
• PE License or equivalent
• 15+ years in discipline, including management and business development
• Strong TxDOT and municipal agency relationships
• Leadership experience
• Project management and business development experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in specialty field

Working Conditions

Hybrid schedule with regional travel required. Office environment with occasional standing and walking. Travel to regional offices monthly.