Kimley-Horn · 1 day ago
Practice Builder - Aviation
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
12+ years expKimley-Horn has an opportunity for a motivated Senior Project Manager to expand our Aviation practice in Houston, Texas. The qualified individual will lead and expand an Aviation team while managing relationships with key clients and overseeing various aviation projects.
Civil Engineering
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
Qualification
Required
12+ 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
Benefits
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.
Company
Kimley-Horn
Kimley-Horn is one of the nation’s premier planning and design consulting firms.
5001-10000 employees
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