Kimley-Horn
A multidisciplinary engineering and planning firm offering innovative solutions in various sectors.
Senior Project Manager, Transportation Engineer - Practice Builder
Lead and grow transportation planning practice, managing projects and business development.
Job Highlights
About the Role
In this position you will deliver traffic engineering and project management services across transportation planning, transit, safety, and ITS projects for diverse clients, while defining and executing a growth‑focused vision for the TPTO practice. You will cultivate strong client relationships, drive business development, supervise design projects, and ensure quality, timeliness, and profitability. Leading and mentoring a high‑performing team, you will allocate resources wisely and uphold integrity and operational excellence. • 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 full backing of a top‑ranked firm.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸traffic engineering
- ▸project management
- ▸business development
- ▸client relations
- ▸staff mentoring
- ▸design supervision
What You Bring
Candidates must have 10+ years of diversified transportation engineering experience, a BS or MS in civil or transportation engineering from an ABET‑accredited program, and a state PE license. Proven business development skills, the ability to win work, manage projects profitably, and mentor staff are essential, as are strong communication, leadership, and technical abilities. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.
Requirements
- ▸10+ years
- ▸transportation
- ▸pe license
- ▸bs/ms
- ▸business development
- ▸leadership
Benefits
The Practice Builder role offers autonomy to build a thriving business, backed by comprehensive support in accounting, administration, marketing, recruiting, IT, and production, along with performance‑based compensation and a path toward ownership. Kimley‑Horn emphasizes people, clients, and employees, fostering a culture where quality and growth are driven by passionate, proactive staff. The firm’s strong retention, robust benefits, and consistent placement on Fortune’s “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 17 years highlight its commitment to employee well‑being. • 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 plus profit‑sharing. • Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low‑cost medical, dental, and vision options. • Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half‑day Fridays. • Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in 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