Market Sector Leader, Public Infrastructure

At CORE Consultants, Inc. (CORE) our mission is to empower people to thrive at home, at work, and in their community. Since our founding in 2014, CORE has become a recognized professional services firm serving the needs of land development, energy, and public infrastructure clients throughout Colorado and the surrounding region. CORE has two offices and employs approximately 30+ people firm wide. 

 

Be part of what defines our future as well as yours. CORE is a place to explore potential, and we believe everyone should have the tools to reach theirs. We invest in our employees by providing the resources, guidance, and tools needed to drive the future of our profession. 

 

We’re looking for a Market Sector Leader to add to our Civil Engineering team who is focused on public infrastructure projects and business development and has at least 15+ years of experience.  This role will support our land development, energy & public infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities include:

Market Strategy and Business Development:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive market sector strategy to expand our presence and market share in the public infrastructure sector.

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities, including client acquisition and strategic partnerships.

• Lead proposal development, presentations, and negotiations to secure new projects.

Client Relationship Management:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, stakeholders, and industry partners.

• Act as the primary point of contact for major public infrastructure clients, ensuring exceptional client satisfaction and service delivery.

Project Leadership and Management:

• Oversee the planning, design, and execution of public infrastructure projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

• Provide technical leadership and guidance to project teams, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.

• Monitor project performance, financials, and risks, implementing corrective actions as necessary.

Team Development and Mentorship:

• Recruit, develop, and mentor a high-performing team of engineers, project managers, and support staff.

• Promote a culture of continuous learning, professional development, and teamwork within the public infrastructure team.

Industry Engagement and Thought Leadership:

• Represent the company at industry conferences, seminars, and professional associations.

• Stay abreast of industry trends, regulatory changes, and emerging technologies to drive innovation and competitive advantage.

The set of qualifications we’re looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field.

• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in the public infrastructure sector, with a proven track record in business development and project management.

• Strong network of industry contacts and established relationships with public infrastructure clients.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong financial acumen and experience managing project budgets and financial performance. Including contract administration and construction observation.

• Strong delegation skills to coordinate the work of the project team, including the coordination of the project with the review agencies.

• Proven ability serving as the liaison between clients and agencies, subcontractors, and other consultants on the project team.

• Analytical skills to forecast and identify trends and challenges.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Excellent interpersonal skills.

• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.

Physical Requirement:

• The job requires the ability to sit for extended periods at a computer workstation.

• Occasional travel to Client facilities and project sites require ability to be physically mobile in the field and construction sites.

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

CORE embraces diverse backgrounds and perspectives. From our civil engineering and land surveying teams to our administrative staff, we know that our differences fuel our imagination and innovation, and lead to better outcomes. 

You’ll THRIVE in this role at CORE if…

You’re people focused.

You understand what it takes to lead a strong team of engineers. The focus is on people – making sure the right people are in the right seats with a keen eye for talent and growth opportunities. You understand your influence and use it to push the team forward in a positive direction.

You're dedicated to business development.

You know what it takes to take care our clients and understand the importance of cultivating new opportunities from existing clients that results in repeat work. You maintain positive relationships and actively search for new business and qualifying leads in the marketplace to achieve sales goals.

You're self-motivated & proactive.

You see something that can be improved, and you don't wait to fix it. You have a strong desire to take CORE to the next level and you find a way to get things done even when things may not be in your favor.

You hold your weight on a team that handles a lot.

You understand that every person on the team plays an essential role in the organization. You’re able to play to your team’s strengths when managing your projects, clients and workload.

You know a successful business requires financial management.

You can negotiate clear contracts that are profitable while minimizing risk. You’re focused on timely billing and you’re downright proactive to collect from clients because you understand the AR process.

You team up with honesty and an open mind.

You address challenges and feedback with grace and quick action, and you’re not afraid to step up and provide direction when you’re the best person to do so.

Benefits:

• 401k/Roth

• 401k Matching

• Health Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Voluntary Accident Coverage

• Short-Term Disability Insurance

• Long-Term Disability Insurance

• Supplemental Life Insurance

• Paid Holidays/Floating Holidays

• Paid Time Off

• Paid Family Leave

• Flexible Schedules

• Hybrid Schedules

• Paid Volunteer Time Off

• Tuition & Education Reimbursement

• Bonus 2x/year

• OptOutside Program

We are an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.