Land Development Engineering Lead

OWN•Overland Park, KS

13h

About The Position

OWN, Inc. is seeking a Land Development Engineering Lead to lead projects and client relationships while helping shape project delivery and team growth in the Kansas City market. The role leads land development projects from concept through construction, coordinating with clients and internal teams to manage technical, financial, and relationship aspects of the work. The Team Leader will mentor engineers, strengthen and develop client relationships, contribute to expanding OWN’s Kansas City presence, and help shape team operations and delivery. OWN is a 100% employee-owned company that emphasizes trust, autonomy, flexibility, employee input, and a collaborative, low-ego culture.

Requirements

5+ years of land development experience.
Strong project and client management experience.
Experience leading teams or clear readiness to step into a team leadership role.
A sense of ownership and care for the work, team, and clients.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or a related field preferred.
Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead land development projects from concept through construction.
Work with clients and internal teams to move projects forward technically, financially, and relationally.
Mentor and support a team of engineers.
Build and strengthen client relationships and help bring in new clients.
Monitor project scope, schedule, and budget.
Help expand OWN’s presence in the Kansas City market.
Help shape how the team operates and delivers work.

Benefits

Employee ownership (ESOP) at no cost to employees.
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.
Trust and autonomy to make decisions and take ownership of work.
Flexibility and freedom to work as a professional and as a person.
Opportunity for employee ideas to influence how the team works, improves, and grows.
Collaborative culture with low egos.