Senior Project Manager/Practice Builder - Transportation

Welcome page Returning Candidate? Log back in! Senior Project Manager/Practice Builder - Transportation Posted Date 2 months ago(6/2/2026 12:17 PM) ID 2025-21563 Education Bachelor's Degree Discipline/Focus Transportation/TPTO Overview Kimley-Horn is seeking a Transportation Practice Builder to join our office in Coachella Valley, California (CA)!  Responsibilities Has an entrepreneurial spirit, creating a vision for growth in their personal practice while contributing to the growth of our transportation engineering practice in the local area and beyondAssists in marketing and business development efforts with our existing local municipal, state, and private clients, while delivering a wide variety of transportation planning, traffic engineering, and/or ITS-related projects with our growing team of transportation professionalsBeyond serving our existing clients, has the ability to pursue own passions, project opportunities and clientsLeadership responsibilities include:Operating with integrity and sound business principalsProviding vision, business planning and strategyEstablishing goalsBuilding and maintaining positive client relationshipsHaving open communication with your partners and teamGrowing and leading a Transportation practiceOur Practice Builders manage their projects profitably, transition work to qualified staff, grow and mentor staff, and act as a positive leader and mentorThe successful candidate will be given a great deal of autonomy to lead, direct, and grow their businessWith success, this individual will enjoy the rewards of an impressive bonus program with the potential to advance to ownership All inquiries will be strictly confidential  Qualifications Bachelors Degree in Civil or Transportation Engineering At least 15 years of experience in transportation planning, traffic engineering, traffic operations, and/or ITS planning and designRegistered license (PE and/or TE) Track record of successfully winning and delivering work in Coachella Valley and surrounding communities Established relationships with local DOT, local agencies, and/or local municipalitiesDemonstrated ability to manage transportation projects profitably through agency specificationsExcellent communication, leadership, and technical skillsStrong desire and ability to be engaged with clients solving project problemsAbility to effectively communicate positively at all levels of the organizationAbility to manage and mentor staff and direct resources effectively in a positive mannerBase Salary Range:$145,000 - $250,000Eligible 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 19 years! Key Benefits at Kimley-HornExceptional 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. Options Apply NowApplyShareShare this job with a friendRefer Sorry the Share function is not...