Land Development Project Manager

Benesch•Glastonbury, CT

3d•$124,000 - $165,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Simply Put, A Great Place to Work Benesch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm. We enhance infrastructure and communities across the country – creating spaces and providing connections in ways that make a difference. We pride ourselves on being nimble enough to remain responsive to client needs yet large enough to offer exceptional bench strength. As a member of our team, you’ll have an opportunity to draw from those resources when you need them and, likewise, contribute your expertise when you have something to share. At Benesch, we are looking for candidates with varied backgrounds and worldviews. We are committed to offering an inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Statistics show that women and underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for a position if they don’t meet 100% of the qualifications. If this statement resonates with you, don’t be so hard on yourself—apply for the job! Civil/LA Site/Land Development Project Manager We have a career opportunity for a Civil/LA site/land development project manager with a proven track record of successfully managing a broad range of projects. In this role you will both self-perform and direct project teams in the planning and design of civil site/land development projects, as well as play an important role in managing client relationships. You will also contribute to strategic initiatives that drive the growth of the civil site/land development group. Location This position will have a hybrid work schedule and, when in the office, will work from our Glastonbury, CT office.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or Landscape Architecture from an accredited university program or related discipline required
PE or PLA/RLA License required
10+ years of experience in designing/managing land development projects
Thorough understanding of state and regional design standards
Excellent communication skills, verbal and written
Understand the planning and design process, how to prepare and organize a set of drawings, and deliverables that typically are associated with each phase of design
Accountable for full project deliverables
A track record for adhering to design budgets and schedules
Ability to work effectively in a team environment

Responsibilities

Manage multiple, concurrent civil site/land development projects for municipal, public, and private clients
Establish project goals and milestones, define responsibilities, coordinate resources, and monitor project progress
Provide direct supervision and overall leadership for assigned projects, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and client needs
Assume ownership of project financials, optimizing resource allocation and budget management to maximize profitability and client satisfaction
Develop project scope, schedule, and budget, integrating them into work plans to streamline project execution and enhance efficiency
Ensure the development of high-quality engineering documents
Adhere to all internal procedures for quality control, documentation, and project tracking
Contribute to other project work as a technical specialist or advisor, as needed
Attend municipal meetings for project approvals
Mentor junior staff

Benefits

Professional Development Opportunities for management and leadership development at all levels, including executive coaching and leadership development for Team Leaders, Group Managers, Division Managers, and Executive Leaders
Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses
Ongoing professional development through resources like Red Vector, LinkedIn Learning, technical team meetings, knowledge-sharing training sessions
Personalized training and career development plans with your manager
Funding for training, committee work, professional organization memberships, and licenses/certifications
Support for active participation in professional organizations to foster leadership and community engagement
Retirement Benefits Access to valuable retirement planning tools, education, and individual meetings with plan advisors at no charge
Potential for Benesch to contribute up to 9% of your gross compensation to your retirement plan (5% profit-sharing contribution to your 401(k) plan, regardless of your own contributions & 80% match on your contributions, up to a maximum company contribution of 4%)
Work/Life Balance Flexible work schedules and hours, including work-from-home options (dependent on the role)
Generous Paid Time Benefits (PTB) that increase with your career
Immediate use of annual PTB; no accrual needed with the ability to bundle time-off plans for extended vacations or life events
Ten days of paid parental leave for birth, adoption, or foster placement
Employee Engagement At Benesch, we encourage our team members to extend their impact beyond their core responsibilities. Join our employee resource groups and committees to enhance your work-life balance and contribute to our community-focused initiatives. We support a variety of programs including community service, student scholarships, and matching gift opportunities, reflecting our commitment to a vibrant and diverse workplace.