Project Director - Land Development

POSITION OVERVIEW

As a Project Director at LJA Land Development, you will be responsible for leading the business development strategy and driving growth for the Land Development practice throughout the West Texas and Panhandle region, including Lubbock, Amarillo, and Midland/Odessa. This client-facing role focuses on developing and maintaining strong relationships with both internal and external clients while overseeing strategic planning, quality assurance, and problem resolution. The position may be based in either Lubbock or Midland, depending on candidate preference.

REQUIRED EDUCATION/LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited college or university.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Texas; licensure in additional states preferred.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 10+ years of experience in Land Development planning and design.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Prominent ability to build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Experience working in the West Texas and/or Panhandle region.

IDEALLY, YOU SHOULD ALSO HAVE

• 5+ years of experience in a business development role.
• Experience providing strategic leadership for regional or multi-office teams.
• Familiarity with collaborative delivery methods and client engagement strategies.

LEVEL UP WITH LJA

• 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.
• 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.