Civil Senior Project Manager

Benderson Development•Tampa, FL

23h

About The Position

Benderson Development is seeking a Civil Project Manager to support a growing pipeline of land development projects throughout Southwest Florida. The role covers commercial land development from early planning and preconstruction through site development and final project closeout. Working with internal development, construction, and leasing teams, along with external engineers and consultants, the Senior Project Manager oversees site development contractors responsible for mass grading, utilities, and infrastructure. As the developer’s representative, the role guides civil development through construction to ensure site work and infrastructure meet Benderson’s development standards and the long-term vision for each property.

Requirements

At least eight years of experience in civil/site construction or land development.
Strong understanding of civil engineering principles, site development practices, and utility coordination.
Hard-working, driven, detail-oriented, and technically sound in engineering principles and practices.
Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office.

Nice To Haves

Experience with a site contractor, heavy civil contractor, general contractor, or civil engineering firm working on large commercial or institutional projects is preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage multiple civil and site development projects simultaneously.
Oversee site development contractors responsible for mass grading, utilities, roadways, and infrastructure installation, acting as the developer’s representative during construction.
Review and coordinate civil engineering plans to ensure proper site design, utility coordination, and alignment with architectural and development plans.
Examine underground utility layouts and coordinate sewer, water, gas, electrical, and stormwater infrastructure to identify and resolve potential conflicts with buildings, parking areas, and site circulation.
Identify and pursue value engineering opportunities related to infrastructure design and site construction costs.
Develop and maintain adherence to company development standards, specifications, and tenant criteria.
Review plans and quantity takeoffs to identify cost efficiencies and support site development and infrastructure construction budgeting.
Coordinate with internal development, construction, and leasing teams to ensure infrastructure supports future warehouse, industrial, and retail development.
Solicit and manage outside consultants, including civil engineering, surveying, traffic engineering, wetlands, environmental, and other specialty disciplines.
Maintain communication and oversee performance among consultants, contractors, and internal stakeholders throughout development.