Project Manager II, Land Development

Michael Baker International•Temecula, CA

1d•$120,000 - $187,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Michael Baker International is seeking an experienced Land Development Project Manager to join its Land Development Practice in Temecula, California. The role combines technical land development expertise with project and people leadership. The Project Manager will manage existing projects and client relationships while helping expand the practice in Temecula and the broader Southern California market. The position involves leading land development projects from technical design through delivery, managing scope, schedule, quality, and financial performance, and guiding multidisciplinary teams. The Project Manager will mentor and develop early-career engineers, support business development and client engagement, contribute to technical and fee proposals, and collaborate with professionals across disciplines and offices. The role also supports growth of the Land Development practice through technical leadership, successful project delivery, and team development. Michael Baker International describes its culture as collaborative and focused on mentorship, innovation, professional growth, teamwork, and lasting community impact. The position is based in Temecula, California, and is identified as hybrid. The stated salary range is $120,000–$187,000, with compensation based on the selected candidate’s experience, expertise, qualifications, and overall fit.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field.
At least 10 years of relevant land development experience.
Current Professional Engineer (PE) registration in California.
Strong land development expertise, including site planning, entitlements, grading, drainage, utilities, stormwater management, and related design.
Proven experience managing scope, schedules, budgets, financial performance, and successful project delivery.
Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and develop engineers while fostering a collaborative team environment.
Strong client relationships and knowledge of local agencies, permitting processes, and municipal coordination in the Southern California market.
Strong communication and leadership skills, with an entrepreneurial mindset focused on client relationships, project delivery, and people development.

Responsibilities

Lead land development projects, including technical design, financial performance, scope, schedule, and quality.
Lead multidisciplinary project teams and provide technical guidance throughout the project lifecycle.
Mentor and develop early-career engineers through hands-on guidance, knowledge sharing, and opportunities for growth and increased responsibility.
Support business development and client relationships by identifying opportunities, strengthening partnerships, participating in client engagement, and contributing to technical and fee proposals.
Collaborate across Michael Baker disciplines and offices to deliver innovative, practical, high-quality solutions.
Foster a positive, collaborative team environment aligned with the company’s culture and commitment to developing its people.
Help grow the Land Development practice through technical leadership, quality project delivery, and team development.