Sr. Project Manager - Land Development

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 interpreting, organizing, executing and coordinating engineering projects which have unique or controversial problems and an important effect on major company programs.A typical day might include:Planning, coordinating and directing a large and important engineering project or a number of smaller projects with many complex features.Supervision of engineering and support personnel.Analyzing project scope, client's RFP and firm's proposal. Organize work on project and set procedures in accomplishing projectDeveloping and monitoring project design schedule to meet client and firm time objectives.Developing and monitoring client's budget and schedule.Senior Project Manager is both a team leader and a client manager.Business development, proposal writing and project managementManaging less experienced engineers and/or technical support personnelConceptualizing the initial design approach for a major phases of a large project, or have overall responsibility for the engineering work on a projectPlanning, scheduling and conducting or coordinating engineering projects involving conventional engineering practices as well as projects that includes a variety of complex features such as conflicting design requirementsExercises judgment in the independent evaluation, selection, and substantial adaptation and modification of standard techniques, procedures and criteria.Required education/license/certifications:Bachelor of Science, Civil EngineeringLicensed Professional EngineerRequired qualifications:10+ years of post-graduate experience or master's degree and 2-3+ years of post-Master's experience.Strong communication skillsAbility to build strong relationshipsIdeally, you should also have:Proven business development experience or strong interest in client development.Deep familiarity with local agency regulations and permitting processes.Experience leading large, multi-disciplinary teams or high-profile projects.Existing relationships within local development or municipal communities.At LJA, we're 100% employee-owned. This drives results, rewards ambition and supports long-term success for every team member. With almost 100 locations and 3,000+ employee-owners (and growing), we're building something big! We want you to be part of it. Your future grows here.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 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.