Senior Project Manager, Practice Builder - Aviation

Kimley-Horn; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Senior Project Manager to enhance its Aviation practice in Orlando. This role involves leading a dedicated team, managing key client relationships, and overseeing airport design and construction projects. The successful candidate will enjoy significant autonomy and the potential for advancement, including an impressive bonus program. The company prides itself on its unique culture, prioritizing employee growth and client success, and has been recognized among the Fortune '100 Best Companies to Work' for 17 years. Join a firm that values integrity, innovation, and excellence in every project.

Benefits

Exceptional Retirement Plan

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Flexible Scheduling

Tuition Reimbursement

New Parent Leave

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience managing airport design and construction projects.
• Proven ability to manage land development projects profitably.

Responsibilities

• Lead and expand an Aviation team while managing client relationships.
• Review design documents for Aviation projects and prepare analysis reports.

Skills

Project Management

Business Development

Communication Skills

Mentoring

Technical Skills with AutoCAD Civil3D

Education

Registered 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 Aviation practice in Orlando, Florida!

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 principles.
  • Providing vision, business planning, and strategy.
  • Establishing goals.
  • Building and maintaining positive client relationships.
  • Having open communication with your partners and team.
• 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 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.

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.