Project Manager - Land Development

Description
Project Manager - Land Development

Westwood Professional Services, Inc.

Westwood Professional Services, Inc.

is seeking an ambitious and talented professional to join our team in Houston, Texas as a Project Manager. This is an opportunity to join Westwood's highly experienced and dynamic team dedicated to providing high-level professional services to our clients.
Our ideal candidate will have 5+ years of civil engineering design and project management experience supporting design projects. This position is responsible for complex engineering design tasks as well as marketing, business development, client contact and growth of a team.
Requirements

Job duties may include, but are not limited to:

Manage the design and delivery of projects in a profitable manner
Oversee the technical aspects of various projects
Supervise the work of engineers and/or technical support personnel assigned to the project
Develop project work plans and budget projections and effectively deploy resources
Review, interpret and act upon business metrics including utilization, backlog, work in process and account receivables
Prepare, maintain and coordinate schedules of multiple concurrent projects
Develop and track milestones to ensure on-time and on-budget delivery
Complete monthly project accounting and invoicing
Implement and maintain QA/QC procedures
Participate in contract bidding, provide limited observation during construction, review submittals and RFIs
Resolve design conflicts and field construction issues
Represent clients and firm in meetings with governmental agencies
Write proposals and participate and/or lead interviews
Grow, mentor and train staff
Build relationships internally and externally with clients and strategic partners
Lead business development activities
Negotiate contract terms and conditions
Ensures division, regional, and company values, policies and practices are consistently followed within the survey service
Lead by example – display solid judgment, good values, trust, honesty, openness, and professionalism
Required Skills:

Outgoing, friendly, approachable
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
Ability to manage staff and direct resources effectively
Ability to effectively communicate at all levels of the organization
Demonstrated ability to manage design projects in a profitable manner
Understanding of alternative delivery methods
Extensive knowledge of geometric design and other related design elements
Knowledge and experience with the full roadway project lifecycle from preliminary studies through final design
General knowledge of construction with experience providing construction phase services
Track record of successfully winning and delivering projects
Experience in accounts receivable, invoicing, and overall duties involved in managing a design team
Experience preparing proposals, scopes of work and qualification packages
Experience developing and implementing marketing pursuit strategies
Ability to develop relationships with peers, clients, and public agency staff.
Ability to coach and motivate others
Qualifications:

BS in Civil Engineering
Licensed Professional Civil Engineer (PE) in TX (or capable of obtaining within 6 months)
5+ years of progressive experience in design
This position requires travel to project sites and other Westwood offices throughout the United States
About Westwood Professional Services, Inc. (Westwood)

At Westwood, our purpose is to create a better world for people through our work. We transform the energy grid, design resilient infrastructure, and develop communities that will flourish today and for future generations. With over 50 years of experience and a legacy of innovation, we stand at the forefront of our industry, dedicated to understanding the unique needs of the markets we serve.
Our approach revolves around people. We are committed to building a culture that attracts, retains, and develops high performers. Our team values relationships, innovation, dedication, initiative, and growth. We believe fostering a collaborative "One Team" mentality yields superior outcomes in everything we do.
We customize our technical capabilities and geographic reach to meet our clients where they are and help them realize their vision. We are partners in our clients' success, driving to provide solutions that make a lasting difference. Safety, sustainability, and operational excellence are not just facets of our work; they are intrinsic to our identity, guiding every decision we make.
We are deeply invested in the communities we serve. Through our projects and giving-back initiatives, we enrich the lives of those we serve, engage others within our industry, and create a lasting impact on communities around the world. To us, success transcends the completion of projects; it is reflected in the lives we have positively impacted by our work.
Join us in creating a better world.

In 2025, Westwood was recognized as #77 on the ENR Top 500 Design Firms. Additionally, Westwood was ranked #5 for ENR's Top Design Firm for Solar, #6 for Battery Storage, and #3 for Wind (2025). The firm consistently ranks on the industry's top 25 lists and receives recognition for its involvement in award-winning projects nationwide.
Westwood provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We believe that diverse backgrounds strengthen our business. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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