Technical Practice Lead
Listed on 2026-07-30
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Engineering
Systems Engineer
Practice Leader – Technology
We're seeking an experienced Practice Leader – Technology to lead and grow our Technology Engineering practice. This individual will provide technical leadership, mentor engineering teams, drive business development, and oversee the successful delivery of complex technology design projects focused on audiovisual, low-voltage, and integrated technology systems.
This is a leadership opportunity for someone who enjoys shaping strategy, developing people, and growing a high-performing practice while remaining technically engaged with clients and projects.
What You'll Do Practice Leadership- Lead the overall vision, strategy, and growth of the Technology Practice.
- Develop short and long-term goals focused on technical excellence, innovation, sustainability, and talent development.
- Establish practice standards, quality control processes, and best practices.
- Drive continuous improvement in technology, software, workflows, and engineering tools.
- Lead practice meetings and collaborate with firm leadership on strategic initiatives.
- Manage budgets related to training, conferences, memberships, and technology investments.
- Serve as the technical leader and primary advocate for the Technology Practice.
- Support year-over-year growth through client engagement and strategic planning.
- Build relationships with clients, partners, and industry organizations.
- Participate in proposal development, interviews, presentations, and marketing efforts.
- Identify project opportunities and collaborate with leadership on pursuit strategies.
- Work with Project Managers to develop project fees and staffing plans.
- Represent the firm through conference presentations, publications, and thought leadership.
- Lead the planning and design of integrated technology systems with a focus on audiovisual and low-voltage infrastructure.
- Guide Project Engineers and Designers throughout project execution.
- Attend client meetings and provide technical consultation.
- Prepare and review engineering narratives, calculations, specifications, reports, and construction documents.
- Coordinate with multidisciplinary engineering and architectural teams.
- Perform quality reviews to ensure compliance with applicable codes and industry standards.
- Support construction administration through shop drawing reviews, RFIs, and field coordination.
- Mentor engineers and designers while fostering professional growth.
- Support recruiting, hiring, onboarding, and retention initiatives.
- Encourage professional licensure and industry certifications.
- Identify training opportunities and promote continuous learning across the practice.
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Architectural Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
- 15+ years of Technology Engineering experience within the Architecture/Engineering (A/E) industry.
- 5+ years of leadership or people management experience.
- Strong knowledge of audiovisual, low-voltage, and integrated building technology systems.
- Working knowledge of applicable building codes and industry standards.
- Experience with Revit preferred.
- CTS, CTS-D, and/or RCDD certification is highly preferred.
- Excellent communication, leadership, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
Experience designing and leading projects involving:
- Audiovisual Systems
- Structured Cabling
- Telecommunications Infrastructure
- Security Systems
- Access Control
- Video Surveillance
- Digital Signage
- Unified Communications
- Smart Building Technologies
- Low-Voltage Systems
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Life Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Professional Development & Continuing Education Support
- Industry Memberships & Conference Opportunities
Join a collaborative, multidisciplinary engineering team where you'll have the opportunity to influence the future of technology design, mentor talented professionals, and help deliver innovative solutions for clients across a wide variety of market sectors.
If you're passionate about leadership, technical excellence, and building high-performing teams, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today to be considered for opportunities in Dallas, Omaha, Minneapolis, Los Angeles, Washington, DC, or Atlanta.
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