Senior Project Manager – Land Development Infrastructure

Hirewell • Orlando, FL

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About The Position

We are partnering with a well-capitalized, long-term real estate development platform to identify a Senior Project Manager focused on land development and horizontal infrastructure . This role plays a critical leadership position within large-scale, master-planned residential and mixed-use developments, overseeing infrastructure from early entitlement through construction delivery. The ideal candidate brings deep experience managing civil engineering, utilities, roadway infrastructure, permitting, and agency coordination , and thrives in a collaborative, low-ego environment where projects are built for long-term community impact—not short-term turnover.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or Planning (Master’s preferred)
• 10+ years of experience delivering large-scale residential or commercial land development projects
• Strong background in civil/site development, infrastructure, and roadway construction
• Deep understanding of infrastructure cost estimating, budgeting, and procurement
• Demonstrated experience working with municipal agencies and regulatory bodies
• Proven leadership ability with a track record of successfully managing complex, multi-phase developments
• Ability to balance big-picture strategy with detailed execution
• Highly organized, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple priorities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and project management tools (Smartsheet experience a plus)

Nice To Haves

• Professional Engineer (P.E.)
• PMP or Certified Construction Manager (CCM)

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, design, and execution of horizontal infrastructure and site development across large-scale land development projects
• Oversee master utility infrastructure including roadways, water, wastewater, reclaimed water, stormwater, power, and communications
• Manage undeveloped land holdings, including permitting, environmental considerations, and agricultural exemptions
• Coordinate and oversee internal project managers and external consultants, engineers, contractors, and vendors
• Serve as the primary point of contact with local municipalities, regulatory agencies, and governing authorities
• Attend and represent projects at public hearings, government meetings, and entitlement discussions
• Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, procurement tracking, and cost controls
• Mentor and support junior project managers and technical staff through planning, design, and construction phases
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, quality standards, and internal development objectives
• Identify critical path activities and proactively drive execution to keep projects on schedule
• Contribute to long-term infrastructure strategy, development sequencing, and future land planning initiatives
• Prepare technical documentation, expert reports, and project analyses as required

Benefits

• Work on high-visibility, long-term development projects designed to shape communities for decades
• Exposure to the full lifecycle of development—from entitlement through infrastructure delivery
• Collaborative, team-oriented culture with a practical, low-ego leadership style
• Opportunity to influence strategy, mentor teams, and expand leadership scope over time
• Stable platform with patient capital and a long-term development philosophy

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior