What are the responsibilities and job description for the Land Development P.E. position at gpac?
We are seeking an experienced Professional Engineer to join our Land Development team in a Project Manager capacity. This individual will play a key role in leading projects, managing internal teams, and serving as a trusted partner to clients.
This opportunity is ideal for someone looking for long-term growth, leadership visibility, and a clear path to partnership within a collaborative, multi-disciplinary consulting environment.
Key Responsibilities
Career Growth & Leadership
GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
This opportunity is ideal for someone looking for long-term growth, leadership visibility, and a clear path to partnership within a collaborative, multi-disciplinary consulting environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage land development projects from concept through completion
- Oversee project budgets, schedules, and resource allocation
- Serve as the primary point of contact for client relationships and communication
- Prepare and review proposals, contracts, and project scopes
- Coordinate across internal disciplines (civil, surveying, planning, environmental, etc.)
- Mentor and guide junior engineers and technical staff
- Ensure quality control and adherence to regulatory standards
- Support business development efforts and identify new opportunities
- Professional Engineer (PE) license required or the ability to obtain in 6 months
- 5-10 years of experience in land development / civil engineering
- Proven experience managing projects, teams, and client relationships
- Strong understanding of site design, grading, drainage, and utilities
- Experience with budgeting, proposals, and project financials
- Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and related design tools
- Strong communication and leadership skills
Career Growth & Leadership
- Clear and structured path to senior leadership and partnership
- Opportunity to lead teams and shape project direction
- High visibility with executive leadership and decision-makers
- Defined career progression with mentorship and support
- Flexible scheduling and hybrid work options
- Trust-based culture focused on outcomes, not micromanagement
- Support for personal and professional balance
- Competitive base salary performance-based bonuses
- 401(k) with company match
- Profit-sharing opportunities
- Partnership/equity track for long-term growth
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and disability insurance
- Generous PTO and paid holidays
- HSA/FSA options
- Work alongside experts in civil engineering, planning, surveying, environmental, and beyond
- Exposure to a diverse range of project types (commercial, residential, mixed-use, municipal)
- Collaborative culture that encourages cross-functional innovation
- Employee-focused, team-oriented environment
- Strong emphasis on professional development and continuing education
- Open-door leadership and transparent communication
- Company-wide commitment to employee well-being and success
GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.