Civil Practice Lead

KPFF is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to lead and expand its Civil practice in the Washington, DC Metro Region, offering a path to ownership and entrepreneurial opportunities within a supportive and flexible design firm environment.

• Leadership opportunity for experienced engineer: The role targets senior civil engineers with 10-15 years of experience ready to lead the DC office and drive business development with autonomy and support.

• Ideal candidate profile: Candidates should have strong private civil consulting experience mainly in DC/MD/VA, client-facing skills, general site development expertise, and the ability to manage multiple projects while delivering excellent client service.

• Company culture and team: KPFF is a collaborative, creative firm of 1,500+ employees across 36 offices, known for sustainable design and a family-friendly, business casual environment with opportunities for professional growth and development.

• Compensation and application: The position offers a salary range of $150,000-$180,000 and encourages applicants who seek autonomy and growth in a non-bureaucratic setting to apply. Once a path to ownership has been achieved, the salary becomes part of a total compensation package with additional long-term bonuses and stock options.

Are you at a place in your career where you want to start your own business but are looking for financial stability at the same time? This is an opportunity for a path to ownership for the right person. We offer the opportunity to pursue your passions with the backing of a successful, creative group of professionals.

Are you experiencing any of the following circumstances?

• You feel stuck in an organization with a bureaucratic hierarchy that drives you nuts

• You have little autonomy and wish you could be doing more to positively impact your team

• You are excited to maybe start your own business but are looking for financial stability at the same time

• You want trust, autonomy, and support to lead projects and business development in the DC Metro region with the desire to help grow a sustainable presence in the area

If this describes you, we want to meet you!