Project Manager - Land Development

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all aspects of civil engineering projects, ensuring successful delivery from concept through construction administration.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, stakeholders, and internal teams, driving alignment on project goals, timelines, and budgets.
• Identify and pursue opportunities for repeat business and referrals.
• Oversee and mentor project teams, providing guidance, support, and direction.
• Foster a collaborative environment, ensuring clear communication and smooth coordination between design staff, subconsultants, and other project team members.
• Direct and support the design of civil engineering systems, including site plans, utility plans, stormwater management, grading, and infrastructure layouts.
• Ensure designs meet all technical, regulatory, and quality standards.
• Develop, manage, and track project budgets and schedules, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Allocate resources effectively to meet project deadlines and address any potential issues proactively.
• Lead permitting efforts, working with local agencies and municipalities to ensure timely approvals and compliance with applicable regulations.
• Address agency comments and facilitate site permitting processes.
• Identify and mitigate project risks, resolving any technical or design challenges promptly.
• Proactively address issues that may impact project timelines, budgets, or client relationships.
• Ensure the quality of all project deliverables, conducting regular reviews of design documents, construction drawings, reports, and specifications to maintain accuracy and compliance with company standards.
• Manage relationships with external subconsultants, contractors, and vendors, ensuring their deliverables meet project requirements and timelines.
• Collaborate with these parties to ensure seamless project execution.
• Actively contribute to business development efforts by identifying potential project opportunities, drafting proposals, and participating in client presentations.
• Develop strategies to expand the firm’s presence in the market.
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities for staff in accordance with the Firm’s policies and applicable laws (plans, assigns, and directs work; performance appraisals; rewarding of employees; addresses complaints and resolves problems).
• Provide mentorship to junior project managers, engineers, and staff, helping to develop their technical and project management skills.
• Share knowledge and promote continuous learning across the team.
• Prepare and present project updates to stakeholders, including progress reports, budget status, and risk assessments.
• Maintain accurate project documentation for internal and client reference.

Skills + Experience

• Four-year bachelor’s degree from an accredited program in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Biological and Agricultural Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, or related field required.
• Experience in civil site design or related field required, with a minimum of 5+ years.
• Professional Engineer (PE) or on track to obtaining PE, strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in Civil 3D, AutoCAD, and other relevant design and project management software.
• Strong understanding of civil engineering design principles and construction processes.
• Excellent ability to manage budgets, schedules, and resources.
• Experience with risk management and problem-solving.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to lead meetings, present information, and interact with clients and stakeholders.
• Ability to lead teams, mentor junior staff, and foster a collaborative work environment.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong client relationships with a focus on delivering high-quality service.