Site Development Group Leader

About the role

The Site Development Group Leader position is a leadership role within GBA, focusing on the Austin and Round Rock markets. This role collaborates with Senior Leadership to shape the group's vision, strategic direction, and long-term growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead Vision, Strategy, and Growth
• Partner with Senior Leadership to develop and execute the group’s short- and long-term vision and strategic growth plan.
• Provide overall leadership and direction for the Site Development Group, including staffing, budgeting, performance, and deliverables.
• Maintain accountability for utilization, invoicing, and proactive management of accounts receivable.
• Track and execute the annual business plan.
• Lead scope and fee negotiations and ensure contracts are reviewed and executed before project start.
• Oversee contract performance to manage scope, risk, and profitability.
• Develop and Support Teams
• Advocate for, mentor, coach, and develop staff at all levels.
• Support hiring, onboarding, training, and retention efforts in collaboration with Senior Leadership, peers, and direct reports.
• Lead and support succession planning while encouraging senior staff to mentor others.
• Foster a positive, rewarding work environment aligned with GBA’s commitment to delivering remarkable solutions.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to staff on project delivery, quality, schedules, and client relationships.
• Promote collaboration across offices, departments, and market groups.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related field.
• Texas Professional Engineer (PE) license (required).
• 10+ years of experience in land development, including project management, supervision, and client relationship management.
• Strong business development experience with the ability to grow and sustain client relationships.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively at all levels.
• Proven ability to build strong internal partnerships across disciplines and teams.
• Business-oriented mindset with a focus on profitability, growth, and long-term success.
• Demonstrated experience balancing financial, marketing, staffing, and operational responsibilities within an engineering group.

Qualifications

• Technical design and project management background; experience with public work is a plus.

Skills

• Strategic thinking and planning.
• Client relationship management.
• Project management.
• Financial management.
• Team leadership and development.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life, accident, and disability coverage.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness initiatives.
• Paid company holidays, floating holidays, and flexible time off.
• Opportunities for leadership development, coaching, and career advancement.