Microsoft 365 Platform Owner / Lead Administrator
Kimley-Horn, Charlotte, NC, United States
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 Microsoft's evolving platform and AI capabilities with business outcomes.
Platform Strategy & Governance
Serve as the strategic owner of the Microsoft 365 platform, aligning Microsoft's 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 it- that's 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-Horn's placement on the Fortune "100 Best Companies to Work" 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.
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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 (https://www.kimley-horn.com/careers/benefits/at-a-glance/) to learn more about the potential Benefits you may be eligible to receive with this role.
If you require an accommodation, pleaseCLICK HERE. (https://www.kimley-horn.com/careers/ada-accommodation-request/)
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
2 weeks ago
(4/15/2026 3:20 PM)
ID
2026-23476
Education
Associate's Degree
Discipline/Focus
Information Technology
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 Microsoft's evolving platform and AI capabilities with business outcomes.
Platform Strategy & Governance
Serve as the strategic owner of the Microsoft 365 platform, aligning Microsoft's 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 it- that's 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-Horn's placement on the Fortune "100 Best Companies to Work" 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.
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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 (https://www.kimley-horn.com/careers/benefits/at-a-glance/) to learn more about the potential Benefits you may be eligible to receive with this role.
If you require an accommodation, pleaseCLICK HERE. (https://www.kimley-horn.com/careers/ada-accommodation-request/)
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
2 weeks ago
(4/15/2026 3:20 PM)
ID
2026-23476
Education
Associate's Degree
Discipline/Focus
Information Technology