Senior Project Manager/Practice Builder - Water/Wastewater

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

Benefits offered by this job

Exceptional Retirement Plan

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Flexible Time Off

Tuition reimbursement

Childcare resources

Job summary

Kimley-Horn is seeking a Water/Wastewater Practice Builder in Monterey, California. The ideal candidate will manage and expand practice teams for multi-discipline projects in water/wastewater treatment. Candidates should have over 15 years of experience and a P.E. license.

This role offers an impressive salary range of $165,000 - $280,000 plus performance-based bonuses and exceptional benefits, including a robust retirement plan and extensive health coverage.

Qualifications

• At least 15 years of civil engineering, design, and management of Water/Wastewater projects.
• Registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) license required.
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects profitably.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead practice teams for water/wastewater treatment projects.
• Grow and mentor staff, fostering positive client relationships.
• Develop business strategies and operational goals.

Skills

Client relationships

Leadership

Communication skills

Project management

Business development

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related

Job description

Overview

Kimley-Horn is seeking a Water/Wastewater Practice Builder to join our office in Monterey, California (CA)!

Responsibilities

• Manage, lead, and expand practice teams for multi-discipline projects and programs of work in the fields of water/wastewater treatment projects, water and wastewater pumping systems, and large diameter conveyance (water distribution and wastewater collection)
• Has an entrepreneurial spirit and create a vision for growth for the local water resource practice and beyond
• Given a great deal of autonomy to lead, direct, and grow their business
• 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 Water/Wastewater and Utilities practice
• 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

Inquiries will be kept highly confidential

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering or related
• At least 15 years of civil engineering, design, and management of Water/Wastewater projects
• Registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) license
• Client contacts and relationships with local municipalities in the Monterey area and surrounding communities
• Business development experience and the proven ability to win work
• Excellent communication, leadership, and technical skills
• Strong desire and ability to be engaged with clients solving project problems
• Ability to effectively communicate positively at all levels of the organization
• Ability to manage and mentor staff and direct resources effectively in a positive manner
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects profitably

Base Salary Range

• $165,000 - $280,000
• 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.