Land Development Project Manager

Overview

ABOUT THE POSITION

VHB is on the lookout for a talented Land Development Project Manager to become a key player within our Land Development Planning and Design team in Orlando, FL.

This is more than just a job—it's an exciting opportunity to immerse yourself in a dynamic team integrating innovative technology-enabled solutions and working across diverse disciplines with environmental scientists, transportation planners, and more to make our communities more resilient. At VHB, you'll gain exposure to a wide variety of projects, ranging in size and scope.

Our impressive Florida portfolio includes collaborations with mixed-use multifamily and national homebuilders; healthcare and commercial developers; industrial sectors; hospitality giants including amusement parks; and various municipal and local government bodies. We are proud to serve State DOTs, municipalities, and private clients throughout the eastern United States on significant projects like Water Street Tampa, The Grow, and Wellness Way.

If you're passionate about land development and looking to make a significant impact, we want to hear from you! Join us at VHB and be a part of creating vibrant, sustainable communities. Land Development | VHB

Responsibilities

• Develop site/civil engineering plans and specifications for a multitude of projects, including large-scale industrial developments, biotech, institutional, healthcare, and residential
• Support preparation of land development design and permitting documents
• Responsible for project financial performance and client relations
• Prepare and review drawings and specifications documenting the systems designed
• Attend meetings with clients, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders to establish their needs and discuss design/permitting issues with them
• Supervise design team activities during Construction Administration
• Manage work and development of junior-level staff
• Manage small, medium, or large projects
• Develop new project opportunities and manage proposal submissions

Skills and Attributes

• Experience working with the following: AutoCAD Civil 3D, Microsoft Project, ArcGIS, ICPR, WaterCAD, StormCAD
• Understanding of design, details, and construction drawing preparation including site layout, grading, hardscape, drainage, and planting
• Knowledge of land development construction including codes and development regulations
• Knowledge of construction materials and detailing; detail drawings, sections, and material specifications
• Experience with green initiative programs and low-impact design (LEED, Envision)
• Innovative design skills
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Self-motivated, attention to detail, and ability to think critically and multi-task
• Excels at working in a team environment and exhibits strong leadership skills
• Has interest in growing business development skills

Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering or related degree
• 5 years of increasing engineering experience on complex projects
• PE licensure in Florida or obtain within 6 months
• Proficient in site layout, grading, utility design, and stormwater management
• Experience in developing and compiling/producing site plans, construction documents, specifications, and engineering reports 

Applicants must be legally authorized to work for VHB in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

We are VHB! We’re an inspired and innovative team of engineers, scientists, planners, and designers who partner with clients in the transportation, real estate, institutional, and energy industries, as well as federal, state, and local governments. Our work helps improve mobility, enhance communities, and contribute to economic vitality. We do this while balancing development and infrastructure needs with stewardship of our environment. 

Our people make us great! VHB provides a differentiating employee experience, which includes: 

• Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation
• Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects
• Community and social responsibility as sustainable stewards
• Focus on learning, development, and career growth
• Best-in-class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplace  

We are consistently rated one of the top AEC firms to work for across our 30 offices on the East Coast. We’re growing, and we hope you’ll join us! 

VHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

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