Practice Leader Indianapolis

Overview Practice Builder – Land Development – Indiana / Midwest Company: Confidential Location: Indiana (Indianapolis preferred, hybrid or office based) Discipline: Land Development Engineering Level: Senior Leader (Practice Builder / Director track) Salary: USD$120,000‑USD$140,000 per annum + bonus A leading employee‑owned engineering consultancy is hiring a Practice Builder to drive and scale its Land Development presence across Indiana and the wider Midwest. This high‑impact leadership role sits at the intersection of business development, technical delivery, and team building, ideal for someone who wants to grow a market, not just manage projects. Responsibilities Build and scale the Land Development team in Indiana – recruit, develop, and mentor engineers across all levels; create a high‑performance, collaborative team culture; manage staffing, utilisation, and long‑term growth strategy. Oversee Land Development projects from concept through completion – ensure quality, profitability, and client satisfaction; collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across regional offices; operate effectively in fast‑paced, client‑driven delivery environments. Lead client growth and win new work – lead proposals, interviews, and strategic pursuits; grow presence across developers, municipalities, and private clients; drive repeat business through trusted delivery. Deliver results in the first 12 to 18 months – establish a strong presence in the Indiana market; build a sustainable pipeline of Land Development work; develop a scalable, high‑performing team; deliver consistent revenue and business growth; strengthen regional collaboration across offices. Qualifications 10+ years of Land Development engineering experience. Proven ability to win work and build client relationships. Leadership experience across teams and projects. Strong understanding of project delivery and profitability. Licensed Professional Engineer (PE). Preferred Experience in a Practice Builder or similar role. Track record of revenue generation from $250K to $1M+. Experience scaling teams or entering new markets. Familiarity with Midwest development markets. Compensation & Benefits Base salary: USD$120,000 – USD$140,000. Performance‑based bonus with strong upside. Strong retirement contributions. Full benefits package including health and PTO. Professional development and leadership support. Culture & Progression This is a firm built for high‑performing, entrepreneurial leaders. Large, growing, financially strong organisation; merit‑based progression tied to performance and impact; high autonomy with strong internal support; collaborative, low‑ego culture focused on results; clear pathway into Director and Principal level leadership. #J-18808-Ljbffr