Senior Practice Builder, Forensic/Mechanical Engineer

Kimley-Horn has an opportunity for a motivated Senior Practice Builder, Forensic/Mechanical Engineer to expand our practice in our Jacksonville, Florida office.

Kimley-Horn is in search of a Forensic Accident Reconstruction Practice Builder to market and win work in our Jacksonville, Florida office. The successful candidate will have an entrepreneurial spirit, will create a vision for growth for their practice and will contribute to the overall growth of the forensics team. This person will lead the business development effort and manage the relationships with key clients. 

Essential job functions and responsibilities include: conduct vehicular accident reconstruction, premise liability, mechanical failure analysis, and investigations for various types of clients; provide timely and accurate technical findings in both verbal and written form to clients; and support conclusions by appropriate testimony in depositions and trials. In addition, the practice builder will be responsible for the development of client relationships and retention of those clients and growing the forensic engineering team as the practice grows. In this highly visible role, authoring professional publications, participating in professional societies and maintaining professional and technical knowledge will be important.

The successful candidate will be given a great deal of autonomy to lead, direct, and grow their business. Accounting, administrative, marketing, recruiting, IT and production support will be provided. With success, this individual will enjoy the rewards of a performance-based work environment which can advance to ownership.

• This position will support the growth of the firm in our forensics and mechanical 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 documenting 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 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 forensics mechanical practice
• Our 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

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited university in the field of Mechanical Engineering, advanced degree a plus
• Registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) license
• 10 years+ of experience in Forensics with at least 5 years’ experience directly managing projects 
• Verifiable record of ongoing training in the field of accident reconstruction
• ACTAR certified preferred (or an ability to acquire certification) 
• Proven track record of successfully managing clients and projects  
• Business development skills and the proven ability to win work
• Knowledge of AutoCAD, MathCAD, VCrash a plus
• Excellent communication, leadership, and technical skills
• 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

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 17 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.