Land Development Team Lead

VHB•Charlotte, NC

23h•$110,000 - $140,000•Hybrid

About The Position

VHB is seeking a Project Manager, Land Development Team Lead - Civil Engineer to join their Land Development Planning & Design team in Charlotte, NC. This role is within a high-growth phase for the Land Development group in the Carolinas, focusing on delivering high-visibility projects across various sectors and integrating multiple disciplines. The position emphasizes quality, client service, and sustainable design. The Project Manager will be a key leader in project acquisition, delivery, and growth in the region, serving as a resource for clients and internal teams, and impacting team culture, technical standards, and junior staff development.

Requirements

BS in Civil Engineering or a related field required
PE (Professional Engineer) licensure in North Carolina required
8 – 11+ years of experience in site/civil engineering design, project management, and team leadership
Relevant experience with higher education, healthcare, parks and recreation, and/or local government sectors
Proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D, Microsoft Project, and MS Office Suite

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred
Experience with GIS systems is a plus

Responsibilities

Lead the planning, design, and delivery of land development projects from concept through construction, including higher ed, healthcare, mixed-use, multifamily, and commercial/industrial sites.
Manage scope, schedule, budget, and risk, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to VHB’s quality standards.
Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, building strong relationships, understanding their priorities, and proactively communicating project status and issues.
Coordinate with subconsultants and internal disciplines (survey/geomatics, landscape architecture, environmental, transportation, and planning) to deliver integrated solutions.
Oversee and review site civil design work, including site layout, grading, drainage, utilities, erosion and sediment control, stormwater management, and sustainable site design strategies.
Guide the preparation of plans, specifications, engineering reports, and permit packages, ensuring accuracy and technical quality.
Apply knowledge of local regulations, ordinances, development codes, and permitting processes (Charlotte, Mecklenburg County, NCDOT, and other Carolinas jurisdictions).
Champion sustainable and resilient design approaches that improve long-term performance and community outcomes.
Lead project teams of engineers, designers, and support staff, providing direction, coordination, and day-to-day guidance.
Mentor and develop junior and mid-level engineers, providing technical coaching, feedback, and support on career development.
Contribute to staffing decisions, workload planning, and resource allocation to balance project needs and development opportunities for team members.
Support and reinforce a culture of high-quality work, collaboration, and accountability.
Participate in—and increasingly lead—business development efforts, including proposal development, fee estimates, interviews, and client presentations.
Help identify and cultivate new and existing client relationships in the Charlotte region and across the Carolinas.
Collaborate with leaders in other VHB offices to pursue multi-office, multi-discipline projects and share best practices.