Senior Project Manager/Practice Builder - Transportation
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Kimley-Horn is hiring a Senior Project Manager/Practice Builder - Transportation. Kimley‑Horn is seeking a senior transportation practice builder for its Temecula office. The role combines entrepreneurial vision with leadership of transportation planning, traffic engineering and ITS projects, while driving business development, client relationships and staff mentorship. The successful candidate will have autonomy to grow the practice and share in a performance‑based bonus program.
Key focus areas include Create a vision for growth of personal practice and the transportation engineering practice, Assist in marketing and business development with municipal, state, and private clients while delivering transportation projects, and Pursue own project opportunities and clients beyond existing portfolio.
Successful candidates bring Bachelor's Degree In Civil Engineering, 15 Years Of Experience In Transportation Planning, and 15 Years Of Experience In Traffic Engineering. Important skills include Transportation Planning, Traffic Engineering, Traffic Operations, ITS Planning, ITS Design, and Winning Work. Preferred (not required): Marketing, Business Development, Integrity, and Sound Business Principals.
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Overview
Kimley-Horn is seeking a Transportation Practice Builder to join our office in Temecula, California (CA)!
Responsibilities
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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 beyond
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Assists 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 professionals
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Beyond serving our existing clients, has the ability to pursue own passions, project opportunities and clients
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Leadership responsibilities include:
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Operating with integrity and sound business principals
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Providing vision, business planning and strategy
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Establishing goals
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Building and maintaining positive client relationships
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Having open communication with your partners and team
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Growing and leading a Transportation practice
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Our Practice Builders manage their projects profitably, transition work to qualified staff, grow and mentor staff, and act as a positive leader and mentor
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The successful candidate will be given a great deal of autonomy to lead, direct, and grow their business
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With 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
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Bachelors Degree in Civil or Transportation Engineering
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At least 15years of experience in transportation planning, traffic engineering, traffic operations, and/or ITS planning and design
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Registered license (PE and/or TE)
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Track record of successfully winning and delivering work in Sacramento and surrounding communities
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Established relationships with local DOT, local agencies, and/or local municipalities
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Demonstrated ability to manage transportation projects profitably through agency specifications
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Excellent communication, leadership, and technical skills
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Strong desire and ability to be engaged with clients solving project problems
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Ability to effectively communicate positively at all levels of the organization
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Ability to manage and mentor staff and direct resources effectively in a positive manner
Base Salary Range:
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$150,000 - $260,000
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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 19 years!
Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn
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Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
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Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
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Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
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Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
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Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
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Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.
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Posted Date 3 months ago (6/2/2026 12:17 PM)
ID 2025-21565
Education Bachelor's Degree
Discipline/Focus Transportation/TPTO
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