Senior Practice Leader - Federal Civil Works

Overview

Kimley-Horn has an opportunity for a motivated hands‑on Senior Practice Lead to expand our Federal practice in Dallas/Fort Worth!

• The qualified individual will lead a Civil Works team while building and managing relationships with key Federal clients.
• Lead and deliver large USACE Civil Works projects and programs, including water resource projects and flood mitigation programs.
• Operate with integrity and sound business principles.
• Provide vision, business planning, and strategy.
• Establish goals.
• Build and maintain positive client relationships.
• Maintain open communication with partners and team.
• Grow and lead a land development practice.
• Manage and mentor staff, transition work to qualified staff, and act as a positive leader.
• Receive autonomy to lead, direct, and grow business.
• Enjoy rewards from an impressive bonus program with potential to advance to ownership.

• 12+ years of relevant experience managing Civil Works projects in the Federal space.
• Discipline expertise in one of the following areas: structural, mechanical, civil engineering.
• Registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) license.
• Extensive client contacts and relationships with Army Corps of Engineers, NAVFAC, DHS, the US Coast Guard, the National Guard, or other Federal agencies.
• Strong technical skills with AutoCAD Civil3D.
• Business development and marketing experience, including writing proposals, scopes of work, and budgeting for projected work.
• Effective communication skills at all organizational levels.
• Ability to manage and mentor staff and direct resources effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to manage civil works projects profitably.

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!

• Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2‑to‑1 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.