Engineer, Project Development

K2M Design is looking for positive contributors to our culture , that are passionate about meeting the demanding needs of our clients, and add value and impact through expertise - all in turn contributing to the growth of K2M.

If you are an AEC Engineer and believe in Building Relationships Based on Trust and Results - we need you! Position based in Columbus, OH.

Position Summary : The role as an AEC Project Development Engineer serves as a trusted advisor to clients, building relationships, identifying opportunities, and helping turn project goals into successful outcomes. Through strong communication, presentation, and problem-solving skills, this individual collaborates with clients and design teams to develop solutions that address complex challenges and create lasting value.

Experience on large and complex projects a must, preferably on public projects.

Core Competencies

• Builds trust and long-term partnerships with clients.
• Understands client goals, challenges, and organizational drivers.
• Anticipates needs and proactively identifies opportunities to add value.
• Listens actively and translates client challenges into actionable solutions.
• Connects client objectives with practical design and engineering approaches.
• Navigates complex issues while balancing technical, operational, and business considerations.
• Leads client meetings, workshops, and presentations with confidence.
• Communicates complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Influences decision-making through clear, compelling storytelling.
• Aligns multidisciplinary design teams around client goals and project objectives.
• Facilitates collaboration between clients, project stakeholders, and technical staff.
• Recognizes growth opportunities and emerging client needs.
• Understands market trends, funding, procurement, and project drivers.
• Contributes to project pursuits, positioning, and relationship development.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain trusted, long-term relationships with clients by serving as a strategic advisor and primary point of contact.
• Understand client objectives, operational challenges, and organizational priorities to deliver tailored engineering solutions.
• Anticipate client needs and proactively identify opportunities to provide additional value, expand services, and strengthen partnerships.
• Collaborate with clients to evaluate challenges and translate business needs into practical, innovative engineering solutions.
• Provide technical guidance that balances engineering requirements with operational, financial, and business objectives.
• Lead client meetings, presentations, and project discussions to effectively communicate project vision, progress, and recommendations.
• Present complex engineering concepts in a clear, concise manner to executive leadership, public agencies, and other non-technical stakeholders.
• Partner with multidisciplinary engineering and design teams to align project execution with client expectations and business goals.
• Identify new business opportunities by recognizing emerging client needs, market trends, and strategic growth initiatives.
• Maintain awareness of public-sector funding sources, procurement processes, and market conditions to support business development efforts.
• Support business development activities by contributing to project pursuits, proposal development, client engagement strategies, and relationship management initiatives.

K2M's Benefits and Perks:

• Competitive Pay : Profit based bonus plan, matched 401k plan
• Time off : 10 paid annual holidays, plus Open PTO to balance work and life
• Health Insurance : Medical, dental and vision benefits, plus life and short term disability

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Applied Science from an ABET accredited college or university.
• 15+ years experience in the field of AEC Engineering.
• Professional Engineering License, preferred.
• Revit proficiency, required.