Construction Practice Lead #2818 at Wade Trim

United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Construction, EngineeringIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in the designated practice area
Strong technical, managerial, financial skills and leadership ability
Goal oriented, able to take charge of individual initiatives, understand client needs, and meet schedules
Ability to handle occasional periods of intense concentration, as well as average strength and stamina
Willingness to travel extensively

Responsibilities

Seek out emerging and potentially disruptive innovative systems, methods, and technology integral to the Construction Practice area to keep Wade Trim at the forefront of innovation and continuous improvement
Participate as a member in the Office of Applied Technology by identifying and reviewing proposed specific investments in advanced technology and innovation
Provide overall technical leadership, vision, and guidance to the Construction Practice area
Provide input to other Practice Leads to ensure best management practices are consistently applied to achieve technology advancement goals
Identify and appoint Technology Leads to advance the practice within areas of their specific expertise and measure their performance through annual PDPs and goal setting
Develop “talent tree” for the practice area on an annual basis to assess depth of talent and bench strength to support MSLs in hiring technology-based hires
Mentor/coach selected staff in area of expertise
Assist market segment in identifying skill inventory in practice of expertise
Review technical paper requests, abstracts, and papers
Support CBDO and CTO in development of strategic growth plans based on technology advancement to grow Construction-based revenues
Work with the Construction Market Segment Lead to drive growth by leveraging existing relationships and developing new ones to achieve sales goals
Develop and implement plans to apply innovation to the practice and clients through internal and external activities, such as preparing and hosting brown bag seminars
Provide input for strategy and messaging for proposal development, ensuring qualifications are optimized and technical approaches are clear, compliant, and focused on success
Participate in and/or provide technical input on client sales calls and presentations
Advance branding strategy as thought leaders by participating in associations, volunteering for leadership positions, joining technology focus groups, writing for publications, and making conference presentations; encourage and support practice members to do the same
Provide technical input on projects and initiatives
Work closely with MSLs to develop hiring strategies for improving the depth and skills of talent trees and lead searches for strategic hires

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Construction ManagementLeadershipInnovationTechnical LeadershipFinancial ManagementProject ManagementClient Needs Analysis

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What benefits does Wade Trim offer?

The company offers an excellent salary and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability coverage, education reimbursement, 401(k), performance bonuses, and an employee stock program.

Is this a remote position or does it require office work and travel?

The position is within a normal office environment and requires extensive travel.

What skills and qualifications are required for the Construction Practice Lead role?

Candidates must have a Bachelor's Degree in the designated practice area, along with strong technical, managerial, financial skills, and leadership ability. The role requires being goal oriented, understanding client needs, and meeting schedules.

What is the company culture like at Wade Trim?

Wade Trim offers Employee Resource Groups and Programs including Young Professionals Group, Women at Wade Trim, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Professional Development, Leadership Development, Rotation Program, Mentor Program, Sustainability Program, and Wellness Program.

What makes a strong candidate for this Construction Practice Lead position?

Strong candidates possess a Bachelor's Degree, strong technical, managerial, financial skills, leadership ability, and are goal oriented with the capacity to understand client needs, meet schedules, and provide technical leadership and innovation.

Wade Trim

Civil engineering and infrastructure solutions

About Wade Trim

Wade Trim specializes in providing customized solutions for infrastructure projects, focusing on civil engineering, planning, and surveying. Their approach emphasizes collaboration and effective communication to deliver reliable solutions that maximize the value of clients' infrastructure investments.

500 Griswold St #2500, Detroit, MI 48226, USAHeadquarters

1926Year Founded

VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage

Consulting, Industrial & ManufacturingIndustries

501-1,000Employees