Land Development Civil Engineering Group Leader
About The Position
OWN, Inc. is seeking a Land Development Group Leader in Springfield, Missouri, to lead its Land Development group, develop team leaders and emerging talent, build client relationships, and support business growth. The role provides strategic oversight for complex land development projects and guides group operations, including workload planning, resource allocation, financial performance, and project priorities. The Group Leader will collaborate with division leadership on strategies for long-term growth and the success of OWN's employee-owners. OWN is a 100% employee-owned civil engineering, land surveying, and field services firm serving private development and public infrastructure clients across Missouri, Kansas, Arkansas, and beyond. The company describes its culture as collaborative, trusting, flexible, and focused on giving employees autonomy and meaningful input.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license.
- 10–15 years of experience in land development engineering, including project management and technical oversight.
- Proven experience leading teams, developing talent, and managing client relationships.
- Strong business development, financial management, and communication skills.
Responsibilities
- Lead, mentor, and develop Team Leaders and emerging talent, fostering collaboration, accountability, and growth.
- Oversee complex land development projects, providing strategic direction and ensuring quality, profitability, and successful delivery.
- Build and strengthen client relationships, identify new business opportunities, and drive market growth.
- Guide group operations, including workload planning, resource allocation, financial performance, and project priorities.
- Collaborate with division leadership to develop and execute strategies supporting long-term growth and the success of OWN's employee-owners.
Benefits
- Employee ownership (ESOP) at no cost to you.
- 401(k) with a 3% company contribution.
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- 16 days of PTO plus 8 paid holidays, with PTO growing with tenure.
- Paid parental leave.
- Company-paid life and disability insurance.
- Training and leadership development programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
