Senior Land Development Project Manager - STV

Our client is looking for a Senior Land Development Project Manager to join our expanding Mid-Atlantic Land Development team.

This is a key leadership position responsible for overseeing civil/site development projects of varying size and complexity, mentoring technical staff, and strengthening client relationships across public and private sectors.

You will help deliver impactful projects across the Baltimore-Washington region- ranging from large-scale site development to complex urban redevelopment - while working within a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment committed to technical excellence and project delivery.

Overview

• Lead and manage land development and site civil engineering projects from concept planning through design, permitting, bidding, and construction closeout.

• Develop, monitor, and control project scope, schedule, budget, staffing, and quality to meet performance goals.

• Serve as primary point of contact for clients; engage regularly to discuss progress, obtain direction, and ensure satisfaction.

• Coordinate and mentor project staff, including junior, mid-level, and senior engineers, as well as subconsultants.

• Review engineering plans, reports, and specifications for technical accuracy, completeness, and adherence to quality standards.

• Facilitate internal and external project meetings and manage presentation/approval processes with agencies and stakeholders.

• Prepare proposals, scopes of work, fee estimates, and support business development and client capture strategies.

• Provide engineering direction and perform technical tasks as needed, including site design, grading, stormwater management, utilities, and permitting.

• Lead community engagement or outreach activities as required by client or project needs.

• Manage financial aspects of projects, including performance tracking, invoicing, profitability, and cash flow.

Qualifications

• • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (Master's degree preferred).
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license in MD, DC, or VA - or ability to obtain within a reasonable timeframe.
  • 15+ years of progressive experience in land development engineering, including design and project management.
  • Experience managing staff, collaborating with clients, and delivering projects in both public and private sectors.
  • Strong understanding of local permitting processes in Maryland, Washington, DC, and/or surrounding jurisdictions.
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D or MicroStation and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint).
  • Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects at various stages of design and construction.
  • Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, including leading meetings and presenting to stakeholders.

Preferred

• Experience with stormwater modeling tools such as Hydraflow, HydroCAD, or Storm & Sanitary Analysis.

• Experience with grading, stormwater management, storm drain, erosion sediment control and utility design for land development projects.

• Demonstrated industry involvement, professional organization participation, or business development experience.

• Experience preparing proposals, negotiating scopes, and managing additional services.

Benefits
Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account
Dental insurance Vision insurance Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable) Disability insurance Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment 401(k) Plan Retirement Counseling Employee Assistance Program Paid Time Off (starting at 16 days) Paid Holidays (9 days) Back-Up Dependent Care (up to 10 days per year) Parental Leave (up to 80 hours) Continuing Education Program Professional Licensure and Society Memberships