Technical Manager - Land Development

McAdams•Tampa, FL

About The Position

McAdams is a full-service land planning, landscape architecture, civil engineering, transportation, and geomatics firm located in North Carolina, South Carolina, Texas, and Florida. We seek to partner with our clients to create meaningful experiences through inspired design. Our employees are what make McAdams different. We bring experiences to the forefront of everything we do, and to do that takes special people. Position Overview The Technical Manager is essential to ensuring project excellence and upholding the McAdams brand. As a leader in quality assurance and quality control, this role oversees project setup, execution, and closeout to deliver top-quality results. The Technical Manager provides technical expertise to resolve complex design challenges, supports project management to keep work on schedule and within budget, and coaches team members to foster skill growth. Working closely with Project Managers and Designers, the Technical Manager ensures high-quality deliverables and mentors staff across all McAdams offices.

Requirements

Four-year bachelor’s degree from an accredited program in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Biological and Agricultural Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, or related field required
EI required; PE required
Minimum of 7+ years’ experience in civil site design or related field required
Demonstrated expertise in AutoCAD Civil 3D is essential
Strong understanding of local, state, and federal regulations related to land development, zoning, stormwater management, and permitting processes
Excellent communication, mentorship, and problem-solving skills; ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams

Responsibilities

Provide expertise to resolve complex design issues and maintain project quality, mentoring engineering and design staff
Conduct quality assurance checks on deliverables, ensuring compliance with standards and regulatory requirements
Collaborate with Project Managers to develop project plans, oversee drawing preparation, and manage staffing needs across all phases
Coordinate technical requirements with clients, regulatory agencies, and sub-consultants throughout the project lifecycle
Lead and guide the design team, assigning work, providing feedback, and conducting performance reviews
Mentor designers, CAD technicians, and engineers to foster professional growth and team cohesion
Serve as a key liaison between design staff, CAD technicians, and project managers, facilitating clear communication
Act as the main point of contact for technical matters with clients, coordinating adjustments as needed
Oversee the creation of civil engineering documents, including site, utility, stormwater, grading, and permitting plans
Ensure designs meet company standards and align with best practices in civil engineering
Lead technical training initiatives, sharing knowledge across teams and offices to enhance skills and standardize practices
Assist with project scope, budget, and schedule development, adjusting plans as project needs change
Support project pursuits and manage single-service line projects as needed
Perform other duties as assigned