Vice President, K-12 Practice Leader

Brailsford & Dunlavey, Inc.

. Lead the strategic growth of B&D's Public K-12 practice across Texas .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeRemote • Texas • United StatesSenior💰 $225,000 - $265,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in strategic growth and business development within the Texas Public K-12 sector, with a strong focus on relationship management, capital planning, and team leadership. Proven ability to navigate complex client engagements and foster partnerships to enhance organizational presence and influence.

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Public K-12 Client EngagementBusiness DevelopmentCapital Planning ProcessesTeam LeadershipTexas K-12 Funding Mechanisms

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Hard Skills

PlanningAdvisory ServicesProgram ManagementArchitectureEngineeringConstruction ManagementFacilities PlanningEducational PlanningCapital Improvement ProgramsDistrictwide Facilities Assessments

Soft Skills

Relationship ManagementCommunicationPresentationFacilitationCollaboration

Industry Keywords

Texas K-12School District LeadersBond ProgramsProcurement MethodsTASATASBTASBOEducational OrganizationsCharter NetworksProfessional Services

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the strategic growth of B&D's Public K-12 practice across Texas
Build and maintain executive-level relationships with school district leaders, including superintendents, CFOs, facilities leaders, and board members
Develop and execute market growth strategies to increase B&D's visibility, influence, and market share throughout Texas
Identify emerging trends, funding opportunities, enrollment shifts, capital planning needs, and other factors influencing Texas K-12 facilities and infrastructure decisions
Serve as a trusted advisor on facility planning, capital programs, development strategy, and implementation
Lead business development activities, including client engagement, opportunity identification, pursuit strategy, conference participation, presentations, and industry involvement
Partner with regional leadership to develop winning pursuit approaches, staffing plans, project strategy, scope development, and client engagement efforts
Collaborate with project teams to ensure successful delivery, strong client experiences, and long-term client retention
Support thought leadership through speaking engagements, publications, conference participation, and industry association involvement
Identify hiring, resource, and capability-building opportunities that strengthen B&D's K-12 presence in Texas
Mentor and develop staff and help build the next generation of K-12 leaders
Contribute to firmwide strategic initiatives and cross-regional collaboration
Lead through influence, collaboration, and relationship-building across a matrixed organization
Balance business development, client leadership, and project execution responsibilities
Foster partnerships between regional, practice, and industry leaders
Drive accountability while maintaining a collaborative and entrepreneurial leadership style

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in architecture, construction management, education, planning, engineering, business, real estate, or a related field
10+ years of professional experience in planning, advisory services, owner's representation, program management, architecture, engineering, construction, or related industries
Significant experience serving Public K-12 clients within Texas
Established relationships and credibility among Texas school district leaders and decision-makers
Demonstrated success developing business, growing client portfolios, and winning new work
Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and managing complex client engagements
Strong understanding of Texas K-12 funding mechanisms, capital planning processes, bond programs, procurement methods, and facilities planning
Excellent presentation, communication, facilitation, and relationship-management skills
Proven ability to balance strategic leadership with day-to-day execution
Willingness to travel throughout Texas as needed
Recognized as a thought leader within the Texas Public K-12 market
Active involvement with organizations such as TASA, TASB, TASBO, or other K-12 industry organizations
Experience leading major capital improvement programs, districtwide facilities assessments, educational planning initiatives, or large-scale development projects
Strong professional network across school districts, charter networks, educational organizations, and industry partners
Track record of building and developing high-performing teams
Experience working within consulting, advisory, owner's representation, or professional services environments
Ability to identify future market opportunities and position organizations for long-term growth

Benefits

Comp & perks

100% company-paid medical coverage
100% company-paid dental coverage
100% company-paid prescription coverage
Targeted 7% employer contribution to 401(k)
Generous PTO
Opportunities to influence strategy, develop talent, and build lasting client relationships
Professional development through mentorship and leadership opportunities
Inclusive and collaborative work environment