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Electrical Engineering/Renewables Practice Builder

Kimley-Horn
Full-time
On-site
Houston, Texas, United States






Overview






Kimley-Horn is seeking an Electrical Engineering Practice Builder to join our team in Texas- This position will lead and support diverse public and private sector projects throughout Texas and across the country. **This opportunity could be in Houston or Austin**









Responsibilities






The successful candidate will have an entrepreneurial spirit and create a vision for growth for the Resiliency Practice in Texas and surrounding communities. We are seeking a leader with background in business development, managing relationships with clients, supporting and leading projects, and leading and mentoring team members.

 

Markets are not limited by geography but driven by relationships. Leadership responsibilities include: operating with integrity and sound business principals, providing practice vision, business planning and strategy, establishing goals, building and maintaining positive client relationships, open communication with partners and team, along with growing and directing an environmental planning practice. 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 incentive based bonus plan and opportunities for ownership within Kimley-Horn.

 

Responsibilities Include:

  • Lead complex design of electrical systems for solar and renewable projects throughout TX and other markets across the US. 
  • Preparation of project specifications, electrical construction cost estimates, and marketing proposals
  • Lead a team of qualified staff while mentoring, training, and growing a team to expand our electrical engineering practice
  • Daily interaction and collaboration on multi-disciplinary teams 
  • Responsible for the development of reports and design documents, including electrical plans, equipment schematic and block diagrams, load calculations, and one-line diagrams








Qualifications






  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
  • 12+ years of relatable experience in an Electrical Engineering leadership role
  • Experience managing and mentoring younger staff
  • Interest and experience engaging directly with clients, having a growth mindset to build business
  • Experience with marketing and business development activities 
  • Firm understanding of the National Electrical Code, other NFPA codes/standards, and energy codes
  • Proficiency using Computer-Aided Design and Drafting (AutoCAD)
  • Licensed EE in the state of TX highly desired
  • Experience in Power Studies, such as Short Circuit Study, Coordination Study, and Arc Flash Analysis.AGI32 is a plus
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills