Project Manager, Land Development - Everett, WA

Project Manager, Land Development - Everett, WA

Paid: $175,000 - $200,000 per year.

At David Evans and Associates, our Land Development team is recognized for thoughtful innovation and responsive service. Our technical expertise and deep understanding of the built and natural environments drive our commitment to creating enduring legacies that resonate with local values. Whether transforming vacant land into vibrant communities or reusing underutilized spaces, our services are customized to realize your vision from entitlement to ribbon cutting.

By delivering comprehensive land planning, urban development, landscape architecture, civil engineering, and environmental stewardship, DEA consistently helps clients deliver award‑winning projects that set new industry standards and enhance communities.

• Lead and manage land development projects from conception to completion, including site planning, design, permitting, and construction administration.
• Collaborate with clients, architects, planners, regulatory agencies, and internal team members to develop project scopes, budgets, and schedules.
• Conduct site feasibility studies, including land use analysis, zoning reviews, and environmental assessments.
• Prepare and review engineering design calculations, plans, and specifications for site grading, utilities, stormwater management, and erosion control.
• Obtain necessary permits and approvals from regulatory agencies, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Coordinate and oversee the work of design consultants, contractors, and subcontractors throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage project budgets, timelines, and resources to ensure projects are delivered within scope and budget constraints.
• Conduct regular site visits and inspections to monitor construction progress, quality, and compliance with design specifications.
• Proactively identify and mitigate project risks and issues to ensure successful project delivery.
• Communicate project status, updates, and issues to clients, stakeholders, and senior management.
• Lead business development efforts by maintaining and growing client relationships in the private sector.
• Develop pursuit strategies for new project opportunities, including proposals, interviews, and client negotiations.
• Drive projects involving platting, subdivision design, and entitlement processes for commercial, multifamily, and master‑planned communities.

• Minimum 15 years of experience specifically in private‑sector land development, including at least 5 years leading projects involving platting, commercial site development, and multifamily or mixed‑use work. Proven track record of developing new business and negotiating profitable project awards in the Puget Sound region is required.
• Registered Engineer in the State of Washington.

• Active Industry BD Association Membership(s) desired.

• Comprehensive health coverage:
  Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance.
• Financial wellness:
  Health Savings Account (HSA) and Lifestyle Spending Account with employer contributions.
• Professional development:
  Support for continuing education and training opportunities.
• Work‑life balance:
  Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Pay.
• Work Schedule:
  
  Flexible 9/80 schedule—every other Friday off!
• Retirement: 401(k) plan.
• Wellbeing focus:
  Holistic Wellbeing Program centered on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community health.
• Growth opportunities:
  Access to mentorship, professional support, and pathways for career advancement.
• Potential salary range: $175,000 - $200,000.
• The posted salary range represents the typical range for this position and is provided in accordance with applicable state and local transparency laws. Actual compensation will be commensurate with experience, qualifications, and geographic location.

If you are a recruiter, search agency, or otherwise wish to refer a candidate to DEA, you will not be compensated in any way for your referral of a candidate to DEA without an active and signed written agreement in place in advance with DEA Human Resources. Any resume submitted to any DEA employee by an external recruiter without a written agreement in place at the time of submission will be considered the property of DEA and DEA will not be liable for the payment of a placement fee.

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