Coastal and Waterfront Practice Leader
Kimley-Horn - Plantation, FL
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Kimley-Horn has an opportunity for a motivated Practice Leader to expand our Coastal Waterfront and Ports practice in Fort Lauderdale, Florida (FL)!This position leads business development efforts, manages relationships with key clients, and oversees all project tasks while mentoring the growth of younger staffHas a great deal of autonomy to lead, direct, and grow their businessPursuing opportunities that fuel their professional passion and contribute to Kimley-Horn's successLeadership responsibilities include:Growing and leading Coastal and Waterfront Planning and Engineering practiceOperating with integrity and sound business principlesProviding vision, business planning and strategyEstablishing goalsBuilding and maintaining positive client relationshipsHaving open communication with your partners and teamOur Practice Builders manage their projects profitably, transition work to qualified staff, grow and mentor staff, and act as a positive leader and mentorWith success, this individual will enjoy the rewards of an impressive bonus program with the potential to advance to ownershipAt least 15 years of experience managing coastal and waterfront projectsBachelor’s, preferred Masters degree in coastal engineering or related fieldRegistered Professional Engineer (P.E.) licenseFamiliarity with marine and coastal engineering principles and practices and regulationsFamiliarity with regulatory, environmental complianceExcellent 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 mannerDemonstrated ability to manage projects profitablyExperience writing proposals, scopes of work, and budgets for projected workAt 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 18 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.
Created: 2025-10-06