Senior Practice Leader - Federal Civil Works
Kimley-Horn · Dallas–Fort Worth, TX
📍 Fort Worth, TXvia icimsPosted 2026-01-12
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Overview
Kimley-Horn has an opportunity for a motivated hands-on Senior Practice lead to expand our Federal practice in Dallas/Fort worth!
Responsibilities
The qualified individual will lead a Civil Works team while building and managing relationships with key Federal clients
Leadership responsibilities include:
Manage, lead, and deliver large USACE Civil Works projects and programs including water resource projects and flood mitigation programs.
Operating with integrity and sound business principals
Providing vision, business planning and strategy
Establishing goals
Building and maintaining positive client relationships
Having open communication with your partners and team
Growing and leading a land development 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
12+ years of relevant experience managing Civil Works projects in the Federal space
Discipline expertise in one of the following areas preferred: 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
Ability to effectively communicate positively at all levels of the organization
Ability to manage & mentor staff, and direct resources effectively in a positive manner
Demonstrated ability to manage civil works projects profitably
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
Exceptional 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.
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