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The Transit Practice Leader at Kimley-Horn in San Jose is responsible for expanding the Transit practice by leveraging their entrepreneurial spirit to create a compelling vision for growth. They will lead, direct, and grow the business while engaging with clients to solve project challenges. Additionally, responsibilities include overseeing project budgets, writing proposals, and collaborating with various partners to ensure effective service delivery.

To be considered for the Transit Practice Leader role at Kimley-Horn, candidates should possess a bachelor's or master's degree in Civil Engineering, with a preference for those holding a California professional engineer (P.E.) registration. A minimum of 15 years’ experience in transit practice leadership is necessary, along with a strong background in business development, project accounting, and solid communication skills.

The salary range for the Transit Practice Leader position at Kimley-Horn in San Jose is between $155,000 and $270,000 annually. Additionally, the role offers eligibility for performance-based bonuses, which adds significant earning potential based on the success of projects pursued.

Kimley-Horn is dedicated to fostering employee growth and professional development. For the Transit Practice Leader position, the company offers tuition reimbursement, extensive internal training programs, and opportunities for mentorship, ensuring that employees continue to advance their skills and expertise in the transit field.

Employees in the Transit Practice Leader role at Kimley-Horn enjoy a robust benefits package that includes an exceptional retirement plan with a generous company match, comprehensive health coverage options, flexible time-off policies, and a range of family-friendly benefits such as parental leave and childcare resources.

When answering this question, focus on specific projects where you took a leadership role. Highlight your responsibilities, successes, and the ways you engaged with clients and your team to overcome challenges and deliver results. Be prepared to discuss metrics or outcomes that illustrate your impact.

Share examples of successful business development initiatives you've led. Discuss how you identify opportunities, develop proposals, and engage with potential clients. Emphasize collaboration with partners to ensure the successful execution of transit projects, as well as how you've built relationships in the community.

Demonstrate your understanding of project accounting by discussing your approach to budgeting, monitoring expenses, and ensuring profitability. Provide examples of how you've managed multiple projects concurrently while maintaining financial oversight and accountability.

Describe your belief in collaborative teamwork, especially within a multidisciplinary setting. Explain how you facilitate communication among various teams, including engineering, design, and execution, to achieve project goals while ensuring everyone’s voice is heard.

Talk about the importance of continuous learning in your career. Mention specific resources, conferences, or networks you engage with to stay informed about transit operations. Highlight how this knowledge has helped you to implement innovative solutions in your previous roles.

Share your experience in client engagement and satisfaction. Discuss strategies for regular communication, understanding client needs, and exceeding expectations. Provide an example of a situation where client feedback led to a significant improvement in project delivery.

Choose a project where you faced considerable challenges. Describe the situation in detail, what actions you took as a leader, how you supported your team, and the results achieved. Focus on how this experience has shaped your leadership philosophy.

Discuss the various ways you inspire and motivate your team, whether through recognition, setting clear goals, or fostering a supportive environment. Provide an anecdote illustrating how your motivational techniques led to successful project completion or team development.

Describe your methods for organizing tasks and ensuring that quality standards are upheld. Discuss the importance of time management and how you balance deadlines with the quality expectations of clients. Share a specific instance where you successfully managed this balance.

Reflect on the traits that you think make a successful Transit Practice Leader, such as communication, adaptability, and problem-solving capabilities. Share how you embody these qualities and provide examples of how they have contributed to your career success.