Kimley-Horn Mock Interview

Practice 28 Kimley-Horn interview questions covering client management, project planning, and technical expertise.

Question 19 of 28

What factors would you consider when determining the feasibility of new engineering project as a consultant with Kimley-Horn?

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Ryan Brunner has over ten years of experience recruiting, interviewing, and hiring candidates in the healthcare, public service, and private manufacturing/distribution industries.

As a Engineering Consultant with Kimley-Horn, you will be counted upon to determine the practicality of projects that clients are considering and your interviewer will be looking to hear that you take a concise and methodical approach in considering all aspects of the project for the client. You will be counted on to be the expert in this aspect for the clients at Kimley-Horn, so make sure to project your confidence in your answer to your interviewer.

Ryan Brunner

Ryan Brunner has over ten years of experience recruiting, interviewing, and hiring candidates in the healthcare, public service, and private manufacturing/distribution industries.

"If hired for this position, I really wouldn't change anything about my current processes for evaluating projects from the start. For my process, I start by assuring that the need for the project is sound. Then, I establish a basic design of the project that take into account all measurements, resources, equipment and overall budget. At this point in time with clients, it would be important to ensure that they are able to take on all of those considerations of the project. With it being their resources, their labor and their budgets, I see this as the biggest aspect that I would be hired for as their consultant."

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28Kimley-Horn Interview Questions & Answers

1.What experience do you have in leading or overseeing the work of others? How will this be beneficial to Kimley-Horn if you are hired in a consulting role here?

2.Part of our responsibility in consulting in the construction industry is overseeing a budget. What experience do you have in managing a construction budget?

3.In looking to make the move to an Engineering Consultant here at Kimley-Horn, how would you approach clients, and potential equal colleagues, as the expert in your field?

4.How do you stay organized and on track when working on a long-term project?

5.Kimley-Horn values philanthropy and community giving. How do you choose to give back to others?

6.Customer service is our top priority at Kimley-Horn. What is your customer service philosophy?

7.At Kimley-Horn, we look to hire those who will be a long term fit. Where do you see yourself 5 years from now?

8.Being successful in the consulting industry requires adaptability and the ability to learn a business fast. What would be your approach to help you learn the ins and outs of a new client?

9.What are some of the bigger energy sustainability projects that you've been a part of during your career or training?

10.Talk about a time that you applied a new technology or new information to your work as an engineer?

11.What interests you in joining the business consulting world here at Kimley-Horn?

12.If hired here at Kimley-Horn, what transportation industries would you feel most comfortable working in? Which industries would you feel you need more education/experience in?

13.In your point of view, what environmental issue will require the most attention in ten years?

14.Throughout your career, what types of roles and positions have you worked closely with and which roles are you most comfortable working with?

15.Talk about a time you had to work with a very difficult person. What was the situation and how did you handle it?

16.We value accountability at Kimley-Horn. If a customer sent a formal complaint about an interaction with you, how would you handle it?

17.Part of our consulting business here at Kimley-Horn is advising clients on new technology and advancements in environmental engineering. When have you had to learn and implement new technology during your career?

18.Talk about a time that you successfully educated another individual or group in your area of expertise. What made your educational experience effective?

19.What factors would you consider when determining the feasibility of new engineering project as a consultant with Kimley-Horn?

20.What roles are you comfortable assuming in working as part of a larger team?

21.Talk about a time that you utilized a creative solution to help with an environmental issue on the job. What resources did you use to help make the creative solution a reality?

22.Talk about a time that your thoroughness in inspecting a construction site helped identify a critical issue. What did you learn from that situation?

23.Part of our work here at Kimley-Horn entails obtaining buy-in from clients on energy conservation. How would you sell energy conservation ideas to clients?

24.Would you say that you are a goal oriented person on the job? Why would you say that?

25.If you were to join Kimley-Horn in this role, you will be counted on to lead projects. Talk about a time you had to lead a team of individuals. What leadership skills do you have that you will bring to the table here?

26.At Kimley-Horn, you will have the opportunity to work with high level executives and leaders from the companies we contract with. What experience do you have in working with people at these levels?

27.Talk about some of the safety related projects you've been involved in during your time in the industry. What safety related perspectives would you be able to bring to the clients here at Kimley-Horn?