Land Development Project Manager

About the role

Welcome to Verdantas, where innovation meets sustainability, and your career finds purpose! At Verdantas, we’re redefining environmental consulting and sustainable engineering through our use of cutting-edge modeling and digital technology and our genuine commitment to people. Our work spans high-growth sectors like water resources, resilient land use, energy transformation, and civil infrastructure. Our commitment to excellence, across more than 90 offices, is championed by a team of over 2,000 experts, scientists, engineers, geologists, and technical specialists, embedded in a people-focused culture, prioritizing the well-being of our employees, clients, and the communities we serve. We partner with clients to deliver smart, data-driven solutions to complex environmental and infrastructure challenges. We don’t just solve problems; we help shape a more sustainable future. Join a people-first culture that values your well-being, empowers your growth, and amplifies your impact. At Verdantas, your career goes beyond the expected, and your work helps build a better world.

Responsibilities

• Manage a variety of land development projects spanning commercial, industrial, institutional, mixed-use, etc.
• Perform technical planning and design work associated with land or site development
• Develop new clients and build on and maintain relationships with existing clients
• Design and oversee site planning, grading, entrance plan design, stormwater management design, erosion & sediment control design, landscape planning, and assessments
• Prepare records and construction plans for agency/municipal review
• Completion of various land development and environmental permitting applications
• Attend meetings with municipal officials, engineers, developers, and contractors
• A candidate should be a critical thinker, be willing to learn through trial and error, and be self-motivated
• Mentor and develop junior staff

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from an ABET-accredited institution
• 5-10 years of experience working in land development
• 1 year of Project management experience
• P.E. or R.L.A. preferred
• Project Management certifications preferred
• Demonstrated ability & experience leading a team of engineers and designers
• AutoCAD proficient, Civil 3D a plus

Qualifications

• Salary Range: The compensation range starts at $95,000 and is based on the position, experience, and licensure.
• Benefits: Flexible Work Environment, Paid Parental Leave, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and AD&D Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, 401(k) with Company Match, Paid Time Off + Holidays

Skills

• Strong leadership and project management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D

Benefits

• Flexible Work Environment
• Paid Parental Leave
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off + Holidays