Senior Project Manager/Practice Builder - Water/Wastewater

Kimley-Horn; Temecula (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exceptional Retirement Plan

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Professional Development

Family-Friendly Benefits

Job summary

Kimley-Horn is seeking a Water/Wastewater Practice Builder to join the team in Temecula, California. This role involves managing and expanding practice teams for water/wastewater projects and developing client relationships in the local area. Candidates should hold a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering and have at least 15 years of experience along with a Registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) license. The position offers a competitive salary range of $150,000 - $260,000 and exceptional benefits including a retirement plan and comprehensive health coverage.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of experience in civil engineering and management of Water/Wastewater projects.
• Registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) license required.
• Proven ability to win work through business development.

Responsibilities

• Manage, lead, and expand practice teams for water/wastewater projects.
• Create vision for growth for the local water resource practice.
• Build and maintain positive client relationships.

Skills

Civil engineering

Leadership

Business development

Client relationship management

Communication

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 Temecula, 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 the Temecula 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

Salary and Compensation

Base Salary Range:

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

Benefits

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.