Senior Project Manager- Land Development

Job Type

Full-time

Description We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Project Manager to lead land and site development projects throughout Georgia. This role is responsible for managing all phases of project delivery—from due diligence and entitlement through design, permitting, and construction support—while maintaining strong client relationships and ensuring successful project outcomes.

The ideal candidate will bring in-depth knowledge of Georgia development regulations, strong leadership skills, and experience managing complex commercial, residential, and mixed-use projects.

Key Responsibilities Project Management & Delivery

• Lead and manage multiple land and site development projects simultaneously
• Oversee project scope, schedules, budgets, and quality assurance
• Direct multidisciplinary teams including civil engineers, planners, landscape architects, and subconsultants
• Ensure timely and cost-effective project delivery aligned with client and company expectations

Technical Oversight

• Provide senior-level guidance on site design, grading, drainage, stormwater management, utility design, and erosion control
• Review engineering plans, reports, and specifications for accuracy and compliance
• Ensure designs meet local, state, and federal regulations, including Georgia EPD and municipal requirements

Permitting & Entitlements

• Manage zoning, permitting, and entitlement processes across various Georgia jurisdictions
• Coordinate with local agencies, counties, and municipalities to secure necessary approvals
• Navigate Georgia-specific environmental and land disturbance permitting processes (e.g., NPDES, LDP approvals)

Client & Stakeholder Management

• Serve as primary client contact and trusted advisor
• Build and maintain strong relationships with developers, municipalities, and regulatory agencies
• Lead project meetings, presentations, and public hearings as needed

Financial & Risk Management

• Develop and manage project budgets, forecasts, and resource plans
• Monitor project financial performance and profitability
• Identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies
• Manage contracts, scope changes, and invoicing

Business Development

• Support proposal preparation, fee development, and scope definition
• Participate in client interviews and pursuit strategies
• Identify and cultivate new business opportunities within the Georgia market
• Leverage industry relationships to support firm growth

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Georgia (or ability to obtain within 6 months)
• 10+ years of experience in land and site development engineering
• 5+ years of project management experience
• Strong knowledge of grading, drainage, utilities, stormwater management, and site design
• Experience with Georgia regulatory frameworks (EPD, local jurisdictions, NPDES permitting)
• Proven track record managing multiple projects and teams

The things about us you will appreciate! Our Comprehensive Benefit Package Includes The Following

• Three medical plan options
• Dental & vision plans
• Company-paid group life, short and long-term disability insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Flexible and Dependent care spending accounts
• Additional Supplemental plans (Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident)
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time Off (PTO), which starts accruing upon hire