Senior Project Manager/Practice Builder - Aviation

Kimley-Horn; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 165,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exceptional Retirement Plan

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Flexible scheduling and time off

Financial wellness programs

Professional development opportunities

Family-friendly benefits

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in San Jose, CA is seeking a motivated Practice Builder to lead and expand their Aviation practice. The role requires extensive experience in airport design and construction, alongside strong leadership skills. Candidates should possess a P.E. license and have the ability to manage teams while maintaining positive client relationships. This position offers a competitive salary range of $165,000 - $280,000 alongside performance-based bonuses and an exceptional benefits package.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of relevant experience in airport design and construction.
• Registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) license is required.
• Ability to effectively communicate at all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead and expand the Aviation team while managing client relationships.
• Review design documents for aviation projects including grading and drainage.
• Prepare analysis reports supporting airport planning and design.
• Manage projects profitably and mentor staff.

Skills

Managing airport design and construction projects

Strong technical skills with AutoCAD Civil3D

Business development

Effective communication

Staff management and mentorship

Education

Registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) license

Job description

Practice Builder - Aviation – Kimley-Horn

Location: San Jose, California.

Overview

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

Responsibilities

• The qualified individual will 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
• 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
• Our 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

• 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 including writing proposals, scopes of work, and budgeting for projected work
• Ability to effectively communicate positively at all levels of the organization
• Ability to manage & mentor staff, and direct resources effectively in a positive manner
• Demonstrated ability to manage land development projects profitably

Base Salary Range

• $165,000 - $280,000
• Eligible for performance-based bonus compensation

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-to1 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.