Registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in California
Strong client network in architecture, development, and planning
Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil3D
Experience in business development and proposal writing
Excellent communication skills across all organizational levels
Ability to mentor and manage staff effectively
Responsibilities
Lead a Land Development team and build key client relationships
Establish goals and provide strategic direction
Ensure profitable project management and staff mentorship
Maintain open communication with partners and team members
Grow and develop a land development practice
Enjoy autonomy in directing business operations
Reap rewards from a bonus program and potential ownership
Benefits
Exceptional Retirement Plan with 2-to-1 company match and profit-sharing
Comprehensive Health Coverage including medical, dental, and vision insurance
Flexible Time Off with personal leave and half-day Fridays
Financial Wellness options such as student loan matching
Professional Development support through tuition reimbursement and training programs
Family-Friendly Benefits including New Parent Leave and childcare resources
Full Job Description
Overview
Kimley-Horn has an opportunity for a motivated Practice Builder to lead and expand our Land Development practice in Pleasanton, California (CA)!
Responsibilities
The qualified individual will lead a Land Development team while building and managing relationships with key clients
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 land development 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
Qualifications
15+ years of relevant experience managing land development projects
Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering
Registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in the State of California
Extensive client contacts and relationships with local architects, developers, land use attorneys, planners and/or landowners
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:
$165,000 - $280,000
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 17 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.
