Director of Land Development

VHB•Raleigh, NC

6d•$170,000 - $200,000•Hybrid

About The Position

VHB is seeking a strategic leader to drive project delivery and growth of its Land Development practice in North Carolina. Based in Raleigh, this role works with Land Development team leads and office leadership to shape the practice, strengthen client relationships, and deliver projects. The Director leads project execution, mentors staff, engages clients, and spearheads business development to expand market presence, collaborating across disciplines and offices. The role oversees Raleigh and Charlotte Land Development project managers and technical staff, supports workload planning and staff development, and promotes collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. It also provides strategic and technical direction for project delivery, ensures adherence to quality and project-management practices, and represents VHB with clients, regulators, and stakeholders. The Director may serve as Project Executive, Project Manager, or Design Manager on high-profile projects. The Director leads business development and project pursuits, builds trusted client relationships, and represents VHB at industry events and professional associations. The full-time annual base salary range is $170,000–$200,000. Eligible employees may also receive incentive compensation, spot bonuses, and merit-based salary increases. VHB describes its work environment as flexible and hybrid and highlights a collaborative, inclusive, technology-empowered culture.

Requirements

B.S. in Civil Engineering.
15+ years of progressive experience in land development, engineering, and team leadership.
Professional Engineer (PE) licensure required.
Strong organizational and project management skills, including the ability to oversee multiple projects.
Experience coordinating multidisciplinary projects with allied professionals such as architects, engineers, and planners.
Expertise in developing site plans, construction documents, specifications, and engineering reports.
Exceptional leadership and team-building skills, with a focus on mentorship and growth.
Demonstrated ability to build and lead a highly functioning land engineering team.
Strong business acumen and experience in market expansion and client relationship management.
Proven track record managing and delivering complex land development projects.
High-level problem-solving skills and ability to drive innovative solutions.
Excellent communication, presentation, and facilitation skills.
Commitment to quality, financial excellence, and continuous improvement.
Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse clients and cross-disciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

Coordinate with team leads on operations and oversee Raleigh and Charlotte Land Development project managers and technical staff.
Collaborate with Land Development leaders across VHB to support local prominence, growth, and financial success.
Develop workload plans aligned with business objectives and identify work-sharing opportunities.
Mentor technical staff and implement recruitment, retention, and training initiatives.
Lead change management related to innovative technologies, data integration, and sustainability.
Promote innovation and intellectual curiosity and implement impactful ideas.
Oversee project delivery teams and provide strategic and technical guidance for land development projects.
Support the vision for the Land Development Service Line and ensure excellence in design and project execution.
Lead project approach discussions to optimize scope, cost, and schedules and identify innovative solutions and teaming partnerships.
Ensure adherence to VHB best practices for quality assurance, project initiation, and documentation.
Keep teams informed about regulatory changes, industry best practices, and lessons learned.
Represent VHB in meetings with clients, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders, addressing project needs and permitting issues.
Serve as Project Executive, Project Manager, or Design Manager on high-profile projects as needed.
Lead business development efforts to secure projects and expand VHB’s market presence.
Build and maintain trusted advisor relationships with key clients and leverage connections for strategic growth.
Provide strategic direction for project pursuits, including opportunity identification, risk assessment, and goal setting.
Drive go/no-go and partnership decisions aligned with VHB’s long-term objectives.
Represent VHB at conferences, industry forums, and professional associations.