Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc.

Practice Builder - Aviation

Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc.$145K — $250K *
Aerospace & Defense
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 15+ years of experience in airport design and construction project management
  • Registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) license required
  • Strong proficiency in AutoCAD Civil3D
  • Experience in business development, proposal writing, and budgeting
  • Excellent communication skills across all organizational levels
  • Proven track record of managing and mentoring teams effectively
  • Demonstrated success in profitably managing land development projects

Responsibilities

  • Lead and grow the Aviation team and practice while fostering client relationships
  • Review design documents for airside and landside aviation projects
  • Prepare analytical reports for airport planning, design, and construction
  • Establish and communicate a vision and business strategy for the practice
  • Set goals and ensure positive engagement with clients and team members
  • Manage projects for profitability and transition work to qualified staff
  • Enjoy significant autonomy in leading business growth and direction

Benefits

  • 2-to-1 company match on retirement contributions up to 4% of eligible compensation
  • Low-cost health coverage options including medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Flexible time off including personal leave and half-day Fridays
  • Student loan matching and performance-based bonuses
  • Tuition reimbursement and internal training programs
  • Family-friendly benefits such as New Parent Leave and childcare resources
Full Job Description

Overview

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

Base Salary Range

  • $145,000 - $250,000
  • Eligible for performance-based bonus compensation

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 18 years!

 

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.

About Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc.

Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. is a multi-disciplinary engineering consulting firm that provides planning, engineering, and design services for a wide range of clients. The company offers services in the areas of aviation, environmental, landscape architecture, land planning, parking consulting, roadway design, structural engineering, transit and rail, transportation planning, and water resources. Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. serves clients in the United States.
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