Practice Leader - Vertical Structural Engineer

**Overview**Kimley-Horn has an opportunity for a motivated Practice Leader to expand our Structures practice in Seattle, WA!**Responsibilities**+ This position will support the growth of the firm in our building structures practices+ Develop and maintain good relationships with coworkers, industry peers, and clients+ Perform and review structural design calculations, prepare project document submittal packages, and maintain Quality Control for the entire project+ Conduct site investigations and structural evaluations while documentmenting field observations and preparing technical reports+ Support and participate in meetings and presentations with clients, owners, contractors, and design team members+ Contribute to identifying project opportunities through networking with new and existing 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 structural 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 diversified structural engineering experience+ Registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) license, SE preferred+ History of providing technical design and planning on a variety of structures+ Knowledge in AutoCAD, Revit, and Sketchup with some ability to produce drawings and details, when needed+ Knowledge and experience in structural analysis and design software, such as STAAD, RAM, E-Tabs, MathCAD, TEDDS, ADAPT PT, and other structural related design software+ 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+ Experience writing proposals, scopes of work, and budgets for projected workSalary Detail:+ _$150k - $220k_+ _Eligbile 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 18 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.Share this job with a friend (https://careers-kimley-horn.icims.com/jobs/21792/practice-leader---vertical-structural-engineer/job?mode=apply&apply=yes&in\_iframe=1&hashed=-1834442239)Share on social media_Applications are being accepted on an ongoing basis; however, this job posting may close at any time after a minimum of 3 days of being posted._PleaseCLICK HERE (https://www.kimley-horn.com/careers/benefits/at-a-glance/) to learn more about the potential Benefits you may be eligible to receive with this role.If you require an accommodation, pleaseCLICK HERE. (https://www.kimley-horn.com/careers/ada-accommodation-request/)**Applicants must be legally authorized to work for Kimley-Horn in the U.S. without employer sponsorship. We do not typically sponsor H1-B or any other work visa petitions.**Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities**Posted Date** _2 days ago_ _(1/9/2026 11:52 AM)_**_ID_** _2026-21792_**_Education_** _Bachelor's Degree_**_Discipline/Focus_** _Structural_