Project Manager (Land Development)

Project Management

The Project Manager serves as the lead for assigned land development projects. Working under the supervision of a senior manager, this role is responsible for not only the technical design but the management of the client, the project and the team, ensuring deliverables meet client expectations.

Technical

• Prepare civil engineering plans in AutoCAD Civil 3D from concept to construction documents.
• Produce technical exhibits for agency coordination or public presentations.
• Independently design site grading, drainage, utilities, and stormwater systems.
• Perform hydrology and hydraulic calculations, SWPPPs, and engineering reports.
• Support entitlement and permitting processes with technical documents and coordination.
• Ensure all designs comply with jurisdictional standards and environmental regulations.
• Participate in construction cost estimation and plan reviews.
• Develop and maintain detailed construction drawings, exhibits, and CAD models.
• Use modeling software for utility systems, water quality, and stormwater modeling.
• Implement QA/QC procedures throughout project phases.
• Review deliverables for accuracy, consistency, and regulatory compliance.

Coordination & Communication

• Contact for clients and subconsultants.
• Lead internal meetings to track progress and align team efforts.
• Support project team with timely responses to RFIs and permit comments.
• May coordinate with project lead or accounting on monthly billing.

Leadership & Mentoring

• Manage internal task delegation, ensuring deadlines and quality expectations are met.
• Responsible for employee utilization targets.
• Aid in performance evaluations and skill development plans.
• Mentor junior staff for career development.

Business Development & Marketing

• Build long term relationships with clients.
• May participate in industry events and/or client interviews.

Other Duties

• Participate in all phases of project management, under the supervisor of an Associate/Principal.
• Execute low risk items with authority and escalate large risk and/or financial decisions.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or an equivalent level of experience.
• Additional Experience/License:
  • 5+ years of experience land development w/ Professional Engineering License,
  • 8+ years of experience land development w/out a Professional Engineering License,
  • Additional certifications a plus, e.g. QSP/QSD, PMP,
• General knowledge of computers, Microsoft office, Adobe, Internet, etc.
• Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D and Bluebeam, required.
• Additional software a plus, e.g. Agtek, StormCAD, Hydrology/hydraulic modeling software.
• Detailed understanding of civil engineering design workflows and permitting processes.
• Detailed understanding and production of Entitlements/Planning documents.
• Detailed understanding of Topographic and boundary surveys.
• Understanding of construction management.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• Prolonged periods of sitting (up to 8 hours a day for office staff).
• Interacting with technology (computer, cellphone, etc.).
• Ability to lift and/or carry items (up to 20 lbs.).
• Prolonged periods of standing/walking (field checks).
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions (field checks).
• Occasional travel e.g. driving to offices, jobsites, client meetings, etc.