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

Flexible Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Family-Friendly Benefits

Job summary

Kimley-Horn is looking for a motivated Practice Builder to expand their Aviation practice in Orange, California. The role involves leading an Aviation team, managing client relationships, and overseeing airport design and construction projects. A successful candidate will have 15+ years of experience, a P.E. license, and strong AutoCAD Civil3D skills. Competitive compensation includes a base salary of $150,000 - $260,000 plus performance-based bonuses and exceptional benefits including health coverage and retirement plans.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Lead and expand an Aviation team while managing relationships with key clients.
• Review design documents for airside and landside Aviation projects.
• Prepare analysis reports in support of airport planning and construction.

Skills

Leadership

Client Relationship Management

Business Development

Technical Skills in AutoCAD Civil3D

Communication Skills

Project Management

Education

Registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) license

Tools

AutoCAD Civil3D

Job description

Overview

Kimley-Horn has an opportunity for a motivated Practice Builder to expand our Aviation practice in Orange, 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

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

Key Benefits

• 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.