Aviation Practice Leader: Senior PM, Autonomy & Growth

Kimley-Horn; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Health coverage

Time off

Student loan matching

Tuition reimbursement

New Parent Leave

Job summary

Kimley-Horn in Austin, Texas is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead and grow our Aviation practice. You will build client relationships, guide projects, and shape the strategic direction of the aviation group while delivering high-quality design and leadership.

The ideal candidate has 12+ years of airport project experience, a valid P.E. license, and strong skills in AutoCAD Civil3D, business development, and mentoring staff.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience managing airport design and construction projects.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.).
• Strong AutoCAD Civil3D skills.
• Experience in business development, proposals, scopes of work, budgeting.
• Excellent communication and leadership across org levels.
• Ability to mentor staff and manage land development projects profitably.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow the Aviation team and practice while cultivating client relationships.
• Review design documents for airside and landside projects including grading and drainage.
• Prepare analysis reports to support airport planning, design, and construction.
• Provide vision, strategic planning, and set goals; communicate with partners and team.
• Manage projects profitably, mentor staff, and transition work to qualified staff.

Skills

Leadership

Client relationships

Communication

Mentoring

Education

Professional Engineer (P.E.) license

Tools

AutoCAD Civil3D

Job description

Kimley-Horn in Austin, Texas is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead and grow our Aviation practice. You will build client relationships, guide projects, and shape the strategic direction of the aviation group while delivering high-quality design and leadership.

The ideal candidate has 12+ years of airport project experience, a valid P.E. license, and strong skills in AutoCAD Civil3D, business development, and mentoring staff.