Vice President of Engineering and Delivery

Job Description

Vice President of Engineering and Delivery

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range: $200,000 – $250,000 annually
• Location: Hybrid in Southern California
• Company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees
• 401k retirement plan with company matching contribution
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Company-paid life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) benefits
• Company-paid long-term (LTD) insurance
• Annual tuition assistance allowance for employees
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  
  

Position Description Summary

KKCS is seeking a Vice President of Engineering and Delivery to provide strategic leadership across a portfolio of transportation and infrastructure projects, with an emphasis on rail, transit, and aviation sectors. Reporting to the KKCS CEO, the Vice President of Engineering and Delivery will be a key member of KKCS’s leadership team, responsible for project performance, client development, and operational excellence.

This executive will play a pivotal role in advancing corporate strategy, expanding market share, and enhancing agency relationships. The ideal candidate brings deep technical knowledge, a strong industry network, and the leadership skills necessary to guide cross-functional teams, drive growth, and ensure delivery excellence. The ideal candidate will have a strong track record of delivering projects for agencies such as FTA, Metro, LAWA, Metrolink, Caltrans, BART, Amtrak, or similar. In addition, the ideal candidate functions independently, demonstrates leadership in fast-paced team environments, and has strong analytical, strategic planning, and communication skills. Must be available to travel within California and occasionally out-of-state for project-related needs and client engagements (approximately 10–15% travel).

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Delivery Oversight

• Lead execution of high-impact infrastructure projects across rail, transit, and airport sectors.
• Provide executive oversight on planning, staffing, and delivery methods to ensure efficient execution and client satisfaction.
• Align project performance with company revenue goals, profitability targets, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with leadership on shaping KKCS’s strategic market positioning and long-term growth plans.
  
  

Market Strategy & Client Development

• Drive business development by identifying growth opportunities, leading pursuits, and managing agency relationships.
• Represent KKCS in high-level client engagements, industry associations, and strategic planning discussions.
• Develop tailored capture strategies to increase win rates and expand market share.
  
  

Team Management & Talent Development

• Build, mentor, and scale multidisciplinary teams to support ongoing and future project delivery.
• Implement performance management practices that align with KKCS’s values and strategic priorities.
• Champion innovation and knowledge-sharing across practice areas.
  
  

Operational Performance & Innovation

• Monitor financial and operational KPIs across portfolios to ensure contract compliance, profitability, and delivery excellence.
• Lead process improvements that promote scalability, technical consistency, and delivery efficiency.
• Encourage adoption of emerging technologies and best practices in project controls, reporting, and digital collaboration.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related field (Master’s degree preferred)
• California Professional Engineer (PE) license required; PMP certification preferred
• Minimum 15 years of experience in transportation infrastructure, including 5+ years in a senior leadership or executive role
• Demonstrated success leading delivery of large-scale capital improvement programs with public agencies
• Experience with project delivery for FTA, FAA, Metro, Amtrak, LAWA, BART, or similar entities
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Primavera P6, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office Suite)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence at all levels
• Proven leadership in managing risk, schedule, and cost across multiple projects
• Willingness to travel as needed (approx. 10–15%)
  
  

KKCS is an equal opportunity employer encouraging individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply.