Senior Project Manager- Land Development

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.

• 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

• 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

• 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)

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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