Group Manager - Land Development

About the Role

LJA is offering an exciting opportunity that will allow you to reach your full career potential. The structure of our organization is designed to amplify your capabilities while gaining the benefits of being an employee-owner. What truly sets this opportunity apart is the chance to collaborate every day with dedicated, skilled, and supportive leaders. Whether you are in the office, in the field, or behind the scenes, working at LJA gives you the chance to grow through hands-on experience and exposure to a broad range of clients and services.

At LJA, our employee-owners take pride in their work and their workplace. We’re guided by leaders who foster a culture of respect, collaboration, and a shared vision of success. Our difference is evident in the experiences and opportunities we provide:

• Employee-owned
• Client-focused
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Consistently ranked as a Top Workplace
• Internal recruitment team, in-house training, and a marketing department specific to our industry
• Flexibility, allowing every team and office to lead with their proven approach
• Culture that champions continuous learning and personal growth
• Belief that success comes through constant evolution and communication
• Passion for having fun and making money, all while creating impact

Responsibilities

A typical day might include:

• Lead land development due diligence and entitlement activities for large master-planned communities
• Strategize, solve problems, and serve as a trusted advisor to the client
• Be a Brand Ambassador for the Company to grow and develop the LJA Land Development presence in the market
• Meet with existing and potential clients in the development community for business development purposes
• Attend functions outside of normal business hours to represent LJA at various events, seminars, and workshops
• Provide technical advice and serve as the subject matter expert
• Provide expertise in collaborative delivery methodologies to internal and external clients
• Create, maintain, and improve internal processes for delivering projects

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering
• Registration as a Licensed Professional Engineer
• Land Development experience in the local market
• Ability to effectively communicate, both oral and written skills
• Ability to build and maintain strong client relationships

Benefits

• Generous Time Off: PTO, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Year’s
• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets, along with mental health support
• Family Support: Paid maternity and parental leave to help you focus on what matters most
• Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and in-house courses provided by our Learning and Development team
• Referral Bonuses: Know great talent? Get rewarded for helping us grow
• Community Impact: Company-sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives
• Professional Development: Memberships to industry organizations to keep you connected and growing
• Career Growth: Great internal mobility opportunities to advance your career
• Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, bring your kid to work day, etc.