Land Development Team Lead​/Project Manager; PE

Position: Land Development Team Lead / Project Manager (PE)
Location: St. George

Civil Science is seeking an experienced Land Development Team Lead / Project Manager to join our growing St. George, Utah office. In this role, you’ll lead the design and delivery of land development projects while managing and mentoring a team of designers and engineers. You’ll serve as a key client contact, help win new work, and play an important role in expanding our land development presence in Southern Utah.

This position is ideal for a licensed Professional Engineer who enjoys balancing hands-on design, project management, client relationships, and team leadership
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What You’ll Do

Project Management & Design

• Lead planning, design, and delivery of land development projects from concept through construction.

• Prepare and oversee grading, drainage, utilities, roadway, and site development designs using AutoCAD and Civil 3D
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• Manage project budgets, schedules, scopes, and resources to ensure successful outcomes.

• Perform quality control reviews and ensure compliance with local, state, and regulatory requirements.

• Maintain responsibility for technical accuracy and overall project performance.

Client & Business Development

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, building trusted relationships.

• Support and lead business development efforts, including proposals, scope development, and fee negotiations.

• Identify opportunities for repeat work and expanded services.

• Represent the firm in client meetings, industry events, and community engagements.

Team Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and manage designers and engineers, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team.

• Assign work, provide technical guidance, and support professional development.

• Coordinate staffing needs and workload planning to meet project demands.

• Promote quality, accountability, and continuous improvement within the team.

What We’re Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.

• Professional Engineer (PE) license (Utah or ability to obtain).

• 5+ years of experience in land development or civil site engineering.

• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D
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• Proven experience managing land development projects and coordinating multidisciplinary teams.

• Strong communication skills with the ability to work directly with clients and stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience leading or managing design teams.

• Demonstrated success supporting or winning new work.

• Knowledge of Southern Utah or regional permitting and development processes.

• Strong business acumen and client relationship skills.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.

• Must be able to work on active construction sites, which may include uneven terrain, exposure to varying weather conditions, and moderate to high noise levels.

• Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

Why Join Civil Science?

• Ownership in Your Future: At Civil Science, we’re proud to be a 100% employee-owned firm. Through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), you’ll have the chance to grow your career and save for retirement.

• Room to Grow: Say goodbye to corporate red tape. Our agile structure empowers you to take ownership of projects, explore new roles, and accelerate your career.

• Work-Life Harmony: Your time outside of work matters. We offer flexibility to ensure your career complements your personal life.

• Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy three weeks of PTO, eight holidays, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short/long-term disability, tuition reimbursement, and a 401K plan.

Civil Science isn’t just another engineering firm—we’re a 100% employee-owned company with over 40 years of expertise and a bold vision for the future. Our team of talented engineers,…