Director - Land Development

LJA • Katy, TX

4h • Hybrid

About The Position

LJA 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-focused
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Consistently ranked as a Top Workplace
Internal recruitment team, in-house training, and a marketing department specific to our industry
We celebrate flexibility, allowing every team and office to lead with their proven approach
Our culture champions continuous learning and personal growth
We believe success comes through constant evolution and communication
We are passionate about having fun and making money, all while creating impact

POSITION OVERVIEW: As a Project Manager at LJA Land Development, manages larger, complex projects and serves as senior oversight of project managers. Primary client contact for ongoing projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science Degree from ABET accredited university (Civil Engineering Preferred)
• PE Certification
• 20+ years of experience in Land Development
• Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Previous work experience in the engineering industry
• Experience with Bluebeam and Water Resources Software (HEC-RAS & HEC-HMS)
• Strong communication skills
• Team Mentality

Responsibilities

• Building relationships and growing business in Land Development sector.
• Assist in the development of business by a marketing company to existing clients and as well identifying and marketing to new clients.
• Meeting with existing and potential clients in the development community for business development purposes.
• Attend functions outside of normal business hours to represent LJA at various events / seminars / workshops.
• Leading and managing the executions of land development projects.
• Developing scope, budget, and schedule.
• Managing design team's performance on assigned projects.
• Assist in the development of intermediate and long-range plans for systems operation, maintenance, and expansion to ensure adequate services to customers.
• Reviews and recommends payment for damage claims against the company to ensure company position is consistent and legally defensible.
• Reviews major work orders.
• Approves and justifies construction budgets and operations budgets.
• Prepares reports for and advises senior management on a regular basis regarding the activities of the department.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director