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Land Development Engineer

gpac

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Professional Engineer (PE) to join our Land Development team as a Project Manager. This role is ideal for a motivated professional looking for long-term growth, leadership visibility, and a clear path to partnership within a collaborative, multi-disciplinary consulting environment.


Key Responsibilities

  • Lead land development projects from concept through completion
  • Manage project budgets, schedules, and resources
  • Serve as the primary client contact and trusted advisor
  • Prepare and review proposals, contracts, and scopes
  • Coordinate with internal teams (civil, surveying, planning, environmental)
  • Mentor junior staff and support team development
  • Ensure quality control and regulatory compliance
  • Contribute to business development and client growth
Qualifications
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license required
  • 5-10+ years of land development/civil engineering experience
  • Proven project and team management experience
  • Strong knowledge of site design, grading, drainage, and utilities
  • Experience with budgeting, proposals, and project financials
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills
What We Offer


Career Growth & Leadership
  • Clear path to senior leadership and partnership
  • Opportunities to lead teams and influence project direction
  • High visibility with executive leadership
  • Structured career progression with mentorship
Flexibility & Work-Life Balance
  • Flexible schedules and hybrid work options
  • Outcome-driven, trust-based culture
  • Support for personal and professional balance
Compensation & Benefits
  • Competitive salary + performance-based bonuses
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Profit-sharing opportunities

For additional information on this opportunity, please contact Larry Lemberger directly at View phone number on click.appcast.io Resumes may be confidentially sent to View email address on click.appcast.io

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
Vacancy posted 4 days ago
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