Practice Builder - Land Development

Kimley-Horn; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exceptional retirement plan

Comprehensive health coverage

Time off and flexible scheduling

Student loan matching

Job summary

Kimley-Horn in Fort Myers, FL seeks a Senior Project Manager and Practice Builder to expand the Land Development practice. You will lead a team, grow client relationships, and drive strategic planning with autonomy.

The role emphasizes profitability, staff mentorship, and the potential to advance toward ownership, supported by a strong bonus program. A PE license and extensive local connections are essential.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience managing land development projects.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.).
• Extensive client contacts with local architects, developers, land use attorneys, planners or land owners.
• Strong technical skills with AutoCAD Civil3D.
• Business development and marketing experience including proposals, scopes of work and budgeting.

Responsibilities

• Lead a Land Development team and build relationships with key clients.
• Provide vision, business planning and strategy; establish goals.
• Communicate effectively with all levels of the organization and staff.
• Grow and mentor staff and direct resources in a positive manner.
• Manage projects profitably and pursue opportunities leading to ownership.

Skills

Client relationships

People management

Business development

Proposal writing

Communication

Mentoring staff

Strategic planning

Education

Professional Engineer (P.E.) license

Tools

AutoCAD Civil3D

Job description

Overview

Kimley-Horn has an opportunity for a motivated Senior Project Manager, Practice Builder to expand our Land Development practice in Fort Myers, Florida!

Responsibilities

• The qualified individual will lead a Land Development team while building and managing relationships with key clients
• 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 land development 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

• 15+ years of relevant experience managing land development projects
• Registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) license
• Extensive client contacts and relationships with local architects, developers, land use attorneys, planners and/or land owners
• 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

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 19 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.