Job Description:

We are seeking an Associate Vice President (AVP) - Land Development for our Miramar Beach, FL location. This person will provide senior-level leadership for the planning, design, and delivery of complex engineering projects for Land Development. The AVP operates at a strategic level, guiding project execution, mentoring managers and senior staff, supporting business development efforts, and serving as a key liaison between technical teams and executive, administrative, and financial leadership. This position represents the company in client, industry, and community settings and plays a critical role in sustaining long-term growth and client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Manage land development projects through planning, design, permitting, and implementation.

• Provide leadership for multidisciplinary teams supporting private and municipal development projects.

• Oversee all phases of project delivery, from planning and conceptual design through final design, permitting, and construction or implementation support.

• Lead, mentor, and supervise managers, project leaders, and senior technical staff; support professional development and succession planning.

• Manage multiple teams and complex projects concurrently, ensuring adherence to scope, schedule, budget, quality, and client expectations.

• Review and approve proposals, scopes of work, budgets, and client agreements to ensure alignment with company standards and business objectives.

• Support business development activities, including pursuit strategy, proposal development, RFQs/RFPs, and client interviews.

• Develop and maintain strong professional relationships with clients, public agencies, industry partners, and community leaders.

• Ensure consistent application and advancement of company design, production, and quality control standards across projects and teams.

• Collaborate with executive leadership, operations, and finance to assess staffing needs, resource allocation, and market conditions.

• Represent the company through active participation in professional associations, industry organizations, and civic groups.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering (or related engineering discipline where applicable) from an ABET-accredited program.

• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in the state of FL.

• 12+ years of progressive engineering experience, including senior-level project leadership and people management responsibilities.

• Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor managers, project leaders, and senior technical professionals.

• Proven experience managing complex projects, multiple teams, and competing priorities simultaneously.