Sr. Project Manager - PLA

Sr. Project Manager Land DevelopmentLJA is offering an exciting opportunity that will allow you to reach your full career potential. The structure of our organization is designed to amplify your capabilities while gaining the benefits of being an employee-owner. What truly sets this opportunity apart is the chance to collaborate every day with dedicated, skilled, and supportive leaders. Whether you are in the office, in the field, or behind the scenes, working at LJA gives you the chance to grow through hands-on experience and exposure to a broad range of clients and services.At LJA, our employee-owners take pride in their work and their workplace. We're guided by leaders who foster a culture of respect, collaboration and a shared vision of success. Our difference is evident in the experiences and opportunities we provide:Employee-owned. Client-focusedEmployee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)Consistently ranked as a Top WorkplaceInternal recruitment team, in-house training, and a marketing department specific to our industryWe celebrate flexibility, allowing every team and office to lead with their proven approachOur culture champions continuous learning and personal growthWe believe success comes through constant evolution and communicationWe are passionate about having fun and making money, all while creating impactAs a Sr. Project Manager at LJA Land Development, you will be responsible for managing members of the Public Planning team and participating in advanced, professional planning and design activities. The Senior Project Manager will also lead strategic efforts and mentoring within the Placemaking + Resilience Group. Candidate must have experience in project management, business development, team building, and project profitability for Public Sector City Planning and Design projects. Requires strong leadership and communication skills with team members, clients, and governmental agencies.A typical day might include:Provide overall strategic leadership within the Placemaking + Resilience Group to enhance client relationships, work products, and team skills.Lead a team of public planning professionals responsible for producing community planning, urban and landscape design, and graphic & technical production.Advise various councils, boards, commissions, and elected/appointed officials on planning and design-related issues.Serve as liaison and perform necessary functions in support of public client planning and development departments.Evaluate and prepare reports on operations & activities, recommend improvements and modifications.Participate in budget preparation and administration.Create, administer, and supervise public outreach campaigns for planning and design efforts.Develop business by marketing company to existing clients and identifying and marketing to new clients.Support technical efforts for business development such as preparation of responses to RFPs and RFQs, preparation for presentations, and interfacing/coordinating the efforts of the Placemaking and Resilience Group.Develop and assist in preparation of scope, budget, and schedule.Required education/license/certifications:Bachelor's Degree in City Planning, Public Affairs, Public Administration, or other related fields.Masters Degree preferred.AICP Certification or ability to acquire.Required qualifications:Minimum 10 years of progressively responsible experience in municipal planning and designMinimum seven years of experience as a practice leader and manager with direct reportsStrong communication skillsProblem-solving abilityCreative and innovative design skillsReading comprehension skills to understand complex technical and legal materialsMicrosoft Office, Adobe Creative, and ArcGIS Pro software; social media and website design and developmentAdvanced GIS mapping skillsCreate advanced graphics and layouts in Adobe CreativeLevel up with LJA:Generous Time Off: PTO, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Year's.Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets. Along with mental health support.Family Support: Paid maternity and parental leave to help you focus on what matters most.Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and in-house courses provided by our Learning and Development team.Referral Bonuses: Know great talent? Get rewarded for helping us grow.Community Impact: Company-sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.Professional Development: Memberships to industry organizations to keep you connected and growing.Career Growth: Great internal mobility opportunities to advance your career.Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, bring your kid to work day, etc.To Executive Search Firms & Staffing Agencies: LJA Engineering, Inc. and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from any agencies that have not signed a service agreement. All unsolicited resumes will be considered LJA's property. This includes resumes submitted directly to hiring managers without contacting LJA's Human Resources Talent Department.Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.