Land Development Project Manager

Simply Put, A Great Place to Work Benesch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm. We enhance infrastructure and communities across the country – creating spaces and providing connections in ways that make a difference. We pride ourselves on being nimble enough to remain responsive to client needs yet large enough to offer exceptional bench strength. As a member of our team, you’ll have an opportunity to draw from those resources when you need them and, likewise, contribute your expertise when you have something to share. At Benesch, we are looking for candidates with varied backgrounds and worldviews. We are committed to offering an inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Statistics show that women and underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for a position if they don’t meet 100% of the qualifications. If this statement resonates with you, don’t be so hard on yourself—apply for the job! Civil/LA Site/Land Development Project Manager We have a career opportunity for a Civil/LA site/land development project manager with a proven track record of successfully managing a broad range of projects. In this role you will both self-perform and direct project teams in the planning and design of civil site/land development projects, as well as play an important role in managing client relationships. You will also contribute to strategic initiatives that drive the growth of the civil site/land development group. Location This position will have a hybrid work schedule and, when in the office, will work from our Glastonbury, CT office. The Impact You Will Have Manage multiple, concurrent civil site/land development projects for municipal, public, and private clients Establish project goals and milestones, define responsibilities, coordinate resources, and monitor project progress Provide direct supervision and overall leadership for assigned projects, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and client needs Assume ownership of project financials, optimizing resource allocation and budget management to maximize profitability and client satisfaction Develop project scope, schedule, and budget, integrating them into work plans to streamline project execution and enhance efficiency Ensure the development of high-quality engineering documents Adhere to all internal procedures for quality control, documentation, and project tracking Contribute to other project work as a technical specialist or advisor, as needed Attend municipal meetings for project approvals Mentor junior staff What You Will Need Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or Landscape Architecture from an accredited university program or related discipline required PE or PLA/RLA License required 10+ years of experience in designing/managing land development projects Thorough understanding of state and regional design standards Excellent communication skills, verbal and written Understand the planning and design process, how to prepare and organize a set of drawings, and deliverables that typically are associated with each phase of design Accountable for full project deliverables A track record for adhering to design budgets and schedules Ability to work effectively in a team environment

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The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in accordance with the State of Connecticut Pay Transparency Laws. See below links. The final agreed-upon compensation is based on numerous factors, including but not limited to individual education, qualifications, prior work experience, and geographic location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary, overtime, and bonuses. State Of CT Disclosure of Salary Ranges on Public and Internal Job Postings State Of Connecticut Disclosure of Salary Range for A Vacant Position Connecticut Pay Transparency Law

$124,000—$165,000 USD

Why Benesch It’s simple. We invest in our people, not just our projects. Career growth that’s real with leadership development, training, and clear paths forward Strong financial future with up to 9% retirement contribution for benefit-eligible employees Flexibility that works with schedules that support your life Time to recharge with generous paid time off and parental leave for benefit-eligible employees Support beyond work through mentorship, hands-on experience, and opportunities to make an impact from day one Whether you’re starting your career or bringing years of experience, you’ll have the support and exposure to grow here. Explore our full benefits here: Click here Equal Opportunity & Accessibility At Benesch, we believe great work starts with great people and that means creating a workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. Benesch is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants in all protected groups, including veterans and individuals with disabilities, or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws. Benesch is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with a physical disability or other impairment. If you are limited in your ability or are unable to access Benesch's Careers website due to a physical disability or other impairment, you may request a reasonable accommodation by emailing View email address on click.appcast.io. This option is only available to those in need of an accommodation due to a disability or other impairment. Please do not use this as an alternative method for general inquiries or status on applications, as you will not receive a response. Reasonable requests will be responded to as soon as possible on a case-by-case basis. If you are based in California, we encourage you to read this important information for California residents linked here. Know your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal We will be accepting applications on an ongoing basis until a candidate is found. External Recruiters and Staffing Agencies Benesch shall have no obligation to compensate any external recruiter or search firm for candidate submissions made without a valid, current, and fully executed agreement. Submission of candidate information does not establish entitlement to a fee. All recruiting activity must be coordinated and authorized through the Benesch Talent Acquisition team. Please direct all communications to View email address on click.appcast.io