Kimley-Horn · 16 hours ago
Senior Project Manager - Transit
Nashville, TN
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
15+ years expKimley-Horn is seeking a motivated Senior Project Manager to expand their Transit practice in Nashville, TN. The role involves leading the planning, design, and implementation of transit services and facilities, while also fostering growth and maintaining client relationships.
Civil Engineering
Responsibilities
Has an entrepreneurial spirit, creating a vision for their Transit practice while facilitating the growth of our regional US-based transit practice
Our transit practice is engaged in the planning, design, and implementation of transit services and facilities throughout the country
Our specific focus is within local transit providers to envision, study, plan, design, engineer, manage, and implement new services, service expansions, and service/technology enhancements
Beyond serving our existing clients, has the ability to pursue own passions, leads, and clients
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 your partners and team, Growing and leading a Transit 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
Qualification
Required
15+ years of years of Transit experience in growing and leading a Transit practice
Registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) license with experience in transit infrastructure and design
Track record of successfully winning and delivering work in the local area
Established relationships with local DOT, local agencies, and/or local municipalities
Demonstrated ability to manage transportation projects profitably through agency specifications
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
Benefits
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.
Company
Kimley-Horn
Kimley-Horn is one of the nation’s premier planning and design consulting firms.
5001-10000 employees
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