Senior Project Manager, Bridge Engineer - Practice Builder

Kimley-Horn; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exceptional Retirement Plan

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Flexible Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Family-Friendly Benefits

Job summary

A leading engineering consulting firm in Columbus, OH, is seeking a Senior Project Manager, Bridge Engineer – Practice Builder. This role demands a strong entrepreneurial spirit to lead and grow the Bridge practice, emphasizing client service and business development. Candidates should possess at least 10 years of progressive experience in bridge design, a P.E. license, and the capability to manage projects profitably while mentoring a high-performing team. The position is supported by an attractive performance-based compensation structure and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of progressive bridge design experience.
• Strong background in preparing plans, specifications, and estimates for bridge designs.
• Ability to manage and mentor staff effectively.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the vision for the Bridge practice.
• Drive business development efforts to secure new clients.
• Lead and mentor a high-performing team.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Business Development

Technical Expertise

Project Management

Education

BS in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering

Registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) license

Tools

Structural Analysis Software

Job description

Overview

Kimley-Horn is seeking an entrepreneurial Senior Project Manager, Bridge Engineer - Practice Builder to lead and grow our Bridge practice in Columbus, OH. This is a high-impact leadership role for someone who thrives at the intersection of client service, business development, technical excellence, and team leadership. This position can be based out of our offices in either Akron, Cincinnati, or Columbus, OH.

We use the term "Practice Builder" to describe our best client servers – the men and women who exhibit leadership by winning and doing work, managing projects profitably, and mentoring the next generation.

As a Practice Builder, you will:

• Craft a bold vision for growth.
• Lead business development efforts to win work from new and existing clients.
• Provide high-quality service in a profitable manner.
• Contribute to the professional development of staff.
• Benefit from comprehensive support in accounting, administrative, marketing, recruiting, IT, and production.
• Have the autonomy to build and grow your business with the full backing of a firm consistently recognized as one of the best in the industry.

This role offers the freedom to lead and grow your business, with the rewards of a performance-based environment (including base salary + bonuses), and the potential to advance to ownership.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the vision for our Bridge practice, ensuring sustainable growth and innovation.
• Apply an entrepreneurial spirit to create a vision for growth in the local Bridge practice and beyond.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships, positioning our firm as a trusted partner in the Bridge space.
• Drive business development efforts, leveraging industry connections to secure new opportunities and expand market presence.
• Supervise and lead design projects, providing technical expertise and strategic oversight.
• Ensure quality and timeliness of deliverables, and supervise the execution of work.
• Lead and mentor a high-performing team, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented work environment.
• Ensure project profitability, resource allocation, and seamless transitions of work to qualified staff.
• Uphold integrity and sound business principles, driving operational excellence and long-term success.

Qualifications

• Minimum experience of 10 years of progressive bridge design experience.
• Registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in the state for which you are applying.
• Have a BS (MS preferred) from an ABET accredited university in the field of Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering.
• Strong communication, leadership and technical skills necessary to lead a team of Structural Engineers and CADD Technicians in production to meet client goals.
• Evident background in the development of plans, specifications and estimates for design of new, replacement and rehabilitation of highway bridges, including analysis, design calculations, plan production, material specification and quality control, bridge inspection experience is a plus.
• Extensive client contacts and relationships Business development skills, proven ability to win work, and marketing experience including writing proposals, scopes of work, and budgeting for projected work.
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects profitably.
• Strong desire and ability to be engaged with clients solving project problems.
• Ability to manage & mentor staff, and direct resources effectively in a positive manner.
• Seismic design experience is preferred.
• Design of pile and drilled shaft supported foundation systems a plus.
• Experience utilizing software programs for general structural analysis, as well as, the design of superstructure and substructure components.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work for Kimley-Horn in the U.S. without employer sponsorship. We do not typically sponsor H1-B or any other work visa petitions.

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 17 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.