Practice Leader - Water/Wastewater

About the role

Kimley-Horn has an opportunity for a motivated Practice Leader to expand our Water/Wastewater and Utilities practice in the Puget Sound area!

Responsibilities

• Manage, lead, and expand practice teams for multi-discipline projects and programs of work in the fields of water/wastewater treatment projects, water and wastewater pumping systems, and large diameter conveyance (water distribution and wastewater collection).
• Has an entrepreneurial spirit and create a vision for growth for the local water resource practice and beyond.
• Given a great deal of autonomy to lead, direct, and grow their business.
• 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 partners and team; growing and leading a Water/Wastewater and Utilities practice.
• 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 civil engineering, design, and management of utility water projects experience
• Registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) license
• Client contacts and relationships with local municipalities, area counties, water management authorities and local, regional, state agencies
• Business development skills and the proven ability to win work
• Excellent communication, leadership, and technical skills
• Strong desire and ability to be engaged with clients solving project problems
• Ability to effectively communicate positively at all levels of the organization
• Ability to manage and mentor staff and direct resources effectively in a positive manner
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects profitably

Pay

Salary Range $175k- $220k

Eligible for Lucrative Performance Based Bonus Compensation

Benefits

• 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.