Land Development Project Manager

Title: Project Manager, Land Development

Location: Columbus, OH

Job Type: Full-Time, Onsite

Salary: $120,000–$140,000K, based on experience | Full-time, Exempt

Benefits: Health, Vision, Dental

Are you a civil engineering professional ready to take ownership of projects, build strong client relationships, and help shape the growth of your community? This is an opportunity to join a well-established land development consulting and engineering firm with 35+ offices, approximately 900 employees, and more than 40 years of industry experience.

The firm partners with developers, property owners, and real estate professionals to move projects forward across commercial, industrial, institutional, and residential markets. With a strong focus on employee development, collaboration, and career growth, this is an opportunity to take the lead on meaningful projects while continuing to build your career.

The Columbus, Ohio office is seeking a Project Manager to oversee land development projects from initial concept through design, permitting, and completion. This person will serve as a primary point of contact for clients, lead project teams, manage budgets and schedules, and ensure projects meet technical, financial, and client expectations. You'll work closely with local leadership and a collaborative team of project managers, assistant project managers, and design professionals. This role offers the autonomy to manage your projects, develop client relationships, and contribute to the continued growth of the business.

What You'll Do

• Manage all phases of land development projects, including site design, permitting, scheduling, budgeting, and delivery.
• Serve as the primary client contact, building strong relationships and ensuring expectations are met.
• Lead and coordinate project teams to deliver high-quality work on time and within budget.
• Oversee project financials, including contracts, invoicing, budgets, and change management.
• Review designs and deliverables to maintain quality and compliance with applicable standards and regulations.
• Represent projects at public hearings, client meetings, and community sessions as needed.
• Mentor and support the development of assistant project managers and technical staff.
• Partner with leadership on business development, client retention, and account growth.
• Identify opportunities to improve project delivery, team performance, and client satisfaction.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• 5+ years of civil/site design and permitting experience in land development.
• Experience managing project delivery, including design, permitting, budgets, and schedules.
• Strong communication and client relationship management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D and stormwater design software.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred; Engineer in Training (EIT) credentials are a plus.