Senior Project Manager/Practice Builder - Aviation

Kimley-Horn; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 260,000; 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 engineering firm in Orange, California is seeking a motivated Practice Builder to lead and grow their Aviation team. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of experience managing airport design and construction projects, possess a Registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) license, and demonstrate strong technical skills in AutoCAD Civil3D. This full-time role offers excellent salary and benefits, and opportunities for performance-based bonuses.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of relevant experience managing airport design and construction projects.
• Strong technical skills with AutoCAD Civil3D.
• Proven ability to manage land development projects profitably.

Responsibilities

• Lead and expand an Aviation team and practice.
• Review design documents for Aviation projects.
• Prepare analysis reports for airport planning and design.
• Communicate openly with partners and team.

Skills

Aviation project management

AutoCAD Civil3D

Business development

Effective communication

Mentoring

Education

Registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) license

Job description

Kimley-Horn has an opportunity for a motivated Practice Builder to expand our Aviation practice in Orange, California (CA)!

Overview

As a Practice Builder, you will lead and grow the Aviation team, building and managing relationships with key clients while developing the practice into a profitable line of business.

Responsibilities

• Lead and expand an Aviation team and practice while building and managing relationships with key clients.
• Review design documents & drawings for airside and landside Aviation projects, including grading, drainage, pavement design, specifications, and construction safety plans.
• Prepare analysis reports in support of airport planning, design, and construction.
• Operate with integrity and sound business principles.
• Provide vision, business planning and strategy.
• Establish goals.
• Build and maintain positive client relationships.
• Communicate openly with partners and team.
• Manage projects profitably, transition work to qualified staff, grow and mentor staff, and act as a positive leader and mentor.
• Enjoy autonomy to lead, direct, and grow your business.
• Earn a significant bonus program and potential ownership.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of relevant experience managing airport design and construction projects.
• Registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) license.
• Strong technical skills with AutoCAD Civil3D.
• Business development and marketing experience writing proposals, scopes, and budgets.
• Effective communication at all levels.
• Ability to manage & mentor staff and direct resources positively.
• Proven ability to manage land development projects profitably.

Base Salary Range

• $150,000 - $260,000
• Eligible for performance‑based bonus compensation.

Why Kimley‑Horn?

Kimley‑Horn prioritizes people, clients, and employees, fostering a culture that encourages growth, quality, and retention. Our robust benefits package and high employee satisfaction have earned us a spot on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 18 years.

Key Benefits

• Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2‑to‑1 company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation and profit‑sharing contribution.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low‑cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, half‑day Fridays.
• Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in 401(k) and performance‑based bonuses.
• Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and internal training programs.
• Family‑Friendly: New parent leave, family building benefits, childcare resources.

Seniority level

• Director

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• General Business, Management, and Business Development