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Project Manager (P.E.) - Land Development

Pape-Dawson
Louisville, KY Full Time
POSTED ON 4/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/18/2026
Job Description

Pape-Dawson’s Louisville office was established by the acquisition of Prism Engineering. Established in 2006, the Louisville office provides specialized expertise in programmatic retail and commercial development projects. Partnering seamlessly with our resources across the Southeast region, our Louisville team provides comprehensive civil engineering, surveying, and professional services for development projects in Kentucky and beyond.

Overview

The Project Manager - Land Development role at Pape-Dawson is one of the most rewarding and valued positions within the Company. These leaders provide oversight of land development (commercial & residential) projects while developing a team the Pape-Dawson Way. Working with our clients from the very beginning, while guiding a dynamic team of engineers and technical support professionals is key to complete each task with excellence. Each Project Manager actively participates in professional associations (leadership roles) and community organizations to give back, which is one of our core values.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and mentor a dynamic group of technical professionals – engineers and technical support- to serve our clients well
  • Engage in the proposal and client agreement development and execution
  • Develop trusting professional relationships with clients, public agency officials and community leaders
  • Be respectful of client time-lines through effective coordination of project tasks, budgets and schedules
  • Champion the professional development of each member of a project team according to each member’s individual goals and career path
  • Participate in the development of company design and production standards to continue excellence within our technical expertise
  • Be open to new ways of accomplishing goals
  • Seek guidance from other leaders; be open to suggestions in various aspects of project management
  • Give back to our community by actively participating in professional associations and civic organizations
  • Additional related duties as needed

Requirements

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Agricultural or Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited college or university
  • Professional Engineer (P.E.) designation in the State of Kentucky
  • Minimum 6 years of land development design experience (commercial, residential, industrial)
  • Managing a team and clients for the completion of land development design projects from conception to completion including estimating costs of technical tasks
  • Extensive knowledge of design and construction practices which, by passing on that knowledge to others will aid in your success
  • There may be times when working overtime is necessary

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants for Pape-Dawson Engineers will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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