Microsoft 365 Platform Owner / Lead Administrator

Overview Kimley-Horn is looking for a Microsoft 365 Platform Owner / Lead Administrator to join our Charlotte, North Carolina (NC) office This is not a remote position. Responsibilities A senior technical strategist responsible for aligning Microsoftu2019s evolving platform and AI capabilities with business outcomes. Platform Strategy & Governance + Serve as the strategic owner of the Microsoft 365 platform, aligning Microsoftu2019s roadmap with business priorities + Define and maintain governance standards for Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive, and Exchange Online + Evaluate new Microsoft features and lead enterprise readiness, risk assessment, and rollout planning Security, Identity & Compliance + Partner with Security and Compliance teams to implement retention policies, sensitivity labeling, and audit capabilities + Ensure M365 services align with regulatory, contractual, and organizational security requirements Adoption & Enablement + Lead adoption strategies for new productivity capabilities, including Microsoft Teams, Outlook and Copilot + Use analytics and reporting to monitor usage, adoption, and value realization Qualifications Qualified candidates should have a passion for technology, a business mindset, a customer service-oriented attitude, strong communication skills, and a willingness to work with others. The successful candidate will be able to prioritize, troubleshoot/resolve problems and follow-through with internal clients. + Minimum of 7 years of experience in Information Technology + Minimum of 5 years as a hands-on administrator of Microsoft solutions, including Outlook, Office suite, Teams, SharePoint, and OneDrive, with at least 3 years in an environment with 500+ end users + Minimum of 3 years of experience with Microsoft Active Directory or Entra + Ability to understand basic Windows Active Directory; user accounts and security groups + Strong communication, written, and customer service skills + High aptitude and willingness to learn new technologies + A self-starter that can work with minimal supervision; highly organized Preferred Skills And Qualifications + Experience in enterprise environments (500+ users preferred) + PowerShell automation experience at scale + Familiarity with Microsoft Purview, Defender for Office 365, Power Platform, and Microsoft Graph + Microsoft certifications (M365, Identity) preferred Why Kimley-Horn? At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind itu2014 thatu2019s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Hornu2019s placement on the Fortune u201c100 Best Companies to Worku201d list for 19 years _Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn_ + Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution. + Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options. + Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays. + Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses. + Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs. + Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources. Share this job with a friend ( Share on social media _Applications are being accepted on an ongoing basis; however, this job posting may close at any time after a minimum of 3 days of being posted._ PleaseCLICK HERE (to learn more about the potential Benefits you may be eligible to receive with this role. If you require an accommodation, pleaseCLICK HERE. ( Applicants must be legally authorized to work for Kimley-Horn in the U.S. without employer sponsorship. We do not typically sponsor H1-B or any other work visa petitions. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities Posted Date _9 hours ago_ _(4/15/2026 3:20 PM)_ _ID_ _2026-23476_ _Education_ _Associate's Degree_ _Discipline/Focus_ _Information Technology_

Created: 2026-04-17