Senior Project Manager, Practice Builder - Land Development

About the Role

The practice builder will define and execute a growth vision for the Land Development unit, cultivate strong client relationships, and drive new‑business opportunities. They will supervise design projects, ensure timely, high‑quality deliverables, and manage profitability and resource allocation. In addition, they will mentor a high‑performing team and uphold rigorous business principles. • Lead business development efforts to win work from new and existing clients. • Provide high-quality service in a profitable manner. • Contribute to the professional development of staff. • Have the autonomy to build and grow your business with the full backing of a firm consistently recognized as one of the best in the industry. • Define and execute the vision for our Land Development practice, ensuring sustainable growth and innovation. • Apply an entrepreneurial spirit to create a vision for growth in the local Land Development practice and beyond. • Develop and maintain strong client relationships, positioning our firm as a trusted partner in the Land Development industry. • Drive business development efforts, leveraging industry connections to secure new opportunities and expand market presence. • Supervise and lead Land Development design projects, providing technical expertise and strategic oversight. • Ensure quality and timeliness of deliverables, and supervise the execution of work. • Lead and mentor a high-performing team, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented work environment. • Ensure project profitability, resource allocation, and seamless transitions of work to qualified staff. • Uphold integrity and sound business principles, driving operational excellence and long-term success.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸business development
• ▸client relations
• ▸design supervision
• ▸quality delivery
• ▸resource management
• ▸team leadership

What You Bring

Candidates must have at least ten years of civil engineering experience in land development, a bachelor’s degree in the field, and a state P.E. license. Proven business‑development success, extensive client contacts, and strong technical skills in AutoCAD Civil3D are required. Excellent communication, leadership, and the ability to manage and mentor staff are essential. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship. Kimley‑Horn does not sponsor H‑1B or other work visas. • 10+ years of civil engineering, design, and management of Land Development projects. • Bachelor's Degree in civil engineering or a related field. • Registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in the state for which you are applying. • Extensive client contacts and relationships. • Business development skills, proven ability to win work, and marketing experience including writing proposals, scopes of work, and budgeting for projected work. • Demonstrated ability to manage projects profitably. • Strong desire and ability to be engaged with clients solving project problems. • Ability to manage & mentor staff, and direct resources effectively in a positive manner. • Excellent communication, leadership, and technical skills. • Strong technical skills with AutoCAD Civil3D.

Requirements

• ▸10+ years
• ▸civil degree
• ▸pe license
• ▸autocad civil3d
• ▸business development
• ▸leadership

Benefits

Kimley‑Horn is hiring a senior project manager‑practice builder to lead and expand its Land Development practice in Warrenville, IL. The role blends client service, business development, technical expertise, and team leadership, offering autonomy and full firm support across accounting, marketing, IT, and more. Compensation includes a base salary of $130‑180k plus performance‑based bonuses and a path toward ownership. Kimley‑Horn prides itself on a people‑first culture that emphasizes client success, employee growth, and high‑quality work, earning a spot on Fortune’s “100 Best Companies to Work For” for 17 years. The firm offers robust benefits, strong retention, and a supportive environment for proactive employees. Its values focus on fostering an environment where everyone can flourish. The benefits package includes an exceptional retirement plan with a 2‑to‑1 company match and profit‑sharing, comprehensive low‑cost health coverage, and generous time‑off policies. Financial wellness programs feature student‑loan matching and performance bonuses, while professional development is supported through tuition reimbursement and internal training. Family‑friendly options such as new‑parent leave and childcare resources further enhance work‑life balance. • Benefit from comprehensive support in accounting, administrative, marketing, recruiting, IT, and production. • Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2‑to‑1 company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation 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.

Work Environment

Office Full-Time