Project Manager Land Development
About The Position
Position Overview: The Project Manager - Land Development supports the County Engineer and Land Development Engineers in the review and coordination of planning applications, development permits, and infrastructure projects. This role is responsible for identifying technical deficiencies in development proposals, preparing review documentation, and facilitating project compliance with local and state standards. The position plays a key role in ensuring efficient land development review processes, managing regulatory coordination, and maintaining up-to-date project records and specifications.
Requirements
- Candidates should possess a solid foundational background that demonstrates their ability to engage with the responsibilities of the role effectively.
- Graduation from an accredited two (2) year college or university in Public Administration, Construction Management, Engineering, Project Management or related field is preferred. Relevant experience, training or technical certifications may substitute for preferred college degree.
- Three (3) years of progressively responsible project management experience, including rights-of-way construction and maintenance of traffic procedures.
- Working knowledge of land development and public works principles, including drainage and roadway design.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, project management software and other relevant tools.
- Familiarity with Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) standards.
- Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Skilled in estimating, cost control, and problem-solving.
- Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining a high level of attention to detail.
- Ability to work outside normal office hours for public meetings or project milestones as needed.
- Must maintain a valid Florida driver's license and good driving record.
Nice To Haves
- Supervisory experience and proficiency with AutoCAD preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assist in reviewing site plans, construction documents, and development submittals for compliance with County codes and FDOT standards.
- Identify technical deficiencies related to drainage, right-of-way acquisition, roadways, and other development components.
- Draft review comments for engineers' consideration, ensuring clarity and adherence to engineering and planning principles.
- Serve as liaison between County departments, contractors, and field operations to ensure efficient information flow.
- Track development projects from submission through approval, monitoring timelines and follow-up requirements.
- Support problem-solving efforts to resolve technical or procedural project issues.
- Coordinate the timely delivery of review comments to developers and stakeholders.
- Support the coordination of permitting requirements and regulatory documentation.
- Ensure that project specifications and contract documents are maintained and kept up to date.
- Apply knowledge of local land development ordinances and FDOT standards to ensure regulatory alignment.
- Prepare technical correspondence, deficiency reports, and project updates for internal and external stakeholders.
- Report on project status, findings, and concerns to management in a timely and organized manner.
- Represent the Land Development function in meetings with project teams and contractors as directed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Industry
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
Education Level
Associate degree
