Environmental Science Practice Leader

Kimley-Horn; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exceptional Retirement Plan

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Time Off

Financial Wellness

Professional Development

Family-Friendly Benefits

Job summary

A leading environmental consulting firm is seeking a motivated Senior Project Manager to expand its Environmental practice in Virginia. The successful candidate will have over 12 years of experience, strong project management skills, and will be responsible for client relationships and compliance with regulations. A focus on training and mentorship is emphasized, along with a competitive bonus structure and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of relevant experience, including state and federal wetland and species permitting requirements.
• Enjoy working in both an office environment and in the field.
• Willingness and flexibility to travel for projects as needed.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to the budget set by the client and perform strong project management.
• Attend meetings and communicate with clients and regulatory agencies.
• Grow and lead an Environmental practice.

Skills

Project management

Technical writing skills

Client relationship management

Ecology knowledge

Education

Bachelors or Masters Degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, Botany, Biology, or related field

Job description

Overview

Kimley-Horn has an opportunity for a motivated Senior Project Manager to expand our Environmental practice in Virginia!

Responsibilities

• Adhere to the budget set by the client and performing strong project management knowledge
• Attend meetings and communicate with clients, government entities, and various regulatory agencies to fulfill any regulations and requirements relating to projects
• Leadership responsibilities include:
  • Operating with integrity and sound business principals
  • Providing vision, business planning and strategy
  • Establishing goals
  • Building and maintaining positive client relationships
  • Having open communication with your partners and team
  • Growing and leading a Environmental practice
• Our Project Managers/Practice Builders manage their projects profitably, transition work to qualified staff, grow and mentor staff, and act as a positive leader and mentor
• The successful candidate will be given a great deal of autonomy to lead, direct, and grow their business
• With success, this individual will enjoy the rewards of an impressive bonus program with the potential to advance to ownership

Qualifications

• 12+ years of relevant experience, including state and federal wetland and species permitting requirements
• Bachelors or Masters Degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, Botany, Biology, or related field
• Possess strong technical writing skills and have experience writing detailed technical reports
• Enjoy working in both an office environment and in the field
• Interest in working with planners and designers to avoid and minimize ecological impacts
• Willingness and flexibility to travel for projects as needed

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 18 years!

Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn

• Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to-1 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.