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Director - Land Development

Atwell, LLCSalt Lake City🇺🇸United States

Why this role stands out

As Director of Land Development at a nationally recognized leader in consulting and engineering, you'll drive impactful projects and foster team growth within a flexible hybrid environment. This role is perfect for an experienced leader seeking to expand their influence and contribute to a company consistently awarded for its excellence and rapid growth. Apply today to join a dynamic and award-winning team!

Quick overview

SeniorityLeader
Work modeHybrid
LocationSalt Lake City, United States
Business DevelopmentProject Management

Job description

Who We Are

Atwell, LLC is a bold leader in the consulting, engineering, and construction services industry, delivering a broad range of creative solutions to clients in the real estate & land development, and energy markets. We have a strong national presence and a diverse, award-winning project portfolio. Atwell is a privately owned company, with 2,000+ passionate team members across 75+ locations and growing!

Atwell, LLC is a proud recipient of the following 2025 awards:

  • Ten consecutive years in a row as a “Best Place to Work” by Zweig Group (#11)
  • Recognized as #70 in the ENR Top 500 Design Firms, ranked in every region
  • Recognized in Crain's “Fast 50” as one of the fastest-growing companies (#14)
  • Recognized as the 2025 ENR Design Firm of the year for the Southeastern US

As the Director of Civil Engineering for Land Development, you will play a pivotal role in driving the success of our Salt Lake City presence and our Utah Region. You will lead business development initiatives, manage a talented team of engineers and support staff, and spearhead the regional strategy for our land development projects. This role requires a visionary leader with a strong background in civil engineering, a proven track record in land development, and exceptional leadership and business development skills.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Leadership & Management:
    • Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of civil engineers and support staff.
    • Foster a collaborative and innovative work environment that encourages professional growth and development.
    • Oversee the planning, design, and execution of land development projects, ensuring adherence to quality, budget, and timeline requirements.
    • Develop and execute regional strategies to drive growth and profitability in the land development market.
  • Business Development:
    • Develop and implement strategic business development plans to expand our market presence and secure new land development projects.
    • Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, stakeholders, and industry partners.
    • Identify and pursue new business opportunities, including preparing proposals, presentations, and negotiations.
    • Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and meetings to enhance our visibility and reputation.
  • Project Management:
    • Ensure the successful delivery of land development projects from inception to completion.
    • Coordinate with internal and external teams to ensure seamless project execution and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
  • Minimum of 15 years of experience in civil engineering, focusing on land development (commercial and/or SFD).
  • Proven track record in business development and client relationship management.
  • Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a diverse team.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
  • Strategic thinker with the ability to develop and execute long-term plans.

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Atwell Benefits: To attract and retain the best professionals in the industry, we aim to provide an excellent working environment and a progressive benefits program designed to support your personal and professional needs.

Work/Life:

  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Flexible work schedules are available for some positions
  • Tenure Awards — Travel Vouchers to see the world based on your travel preferences

Compensation:

  • Competitive Compensation packages
  • Annual bonuses, spot bonuses and peer recognition awards
  • 401K match - 1:1 up to 4% of compensation
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Student Loan Repayment
  • Paid Licensing / Certification Fees and Renewals
  • Financial Rewards for Obtaining Licensure
  • Employee Referrals
  • Annual Wellness Reimbursement for anything wellness related (Gym memberships, fitness tracker, home gym equipment, etc.)
  • Dependent Care Match

‘Atwell’ness:

  • Medical (BC/BS), Dental (Delta), and Vision (VSP)
  • Family Planning & IVF Benefits
  • Pet Insurance
  • Health Savings Account & Flex Spending Account options
  • Employer paid LTD, STD, and life insurance
  • Metlife Supplemental Benefits covering accident, hospitalization, and critical illness
  • Member Assistance Program (MAP) with complimentary counseling sessions, legal benefits, financial consultations, and work/life referral services

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