Position SummaryJoin a growing, privately owned engineering firm where your expertise, leadership, and entrepreneurial mindset can directly influence the future of our Land Development practice.
As a Senior Project Manager, you will lead the planning, design, and delivery of residential land development projects ranging from single-family subdivisions to large-scale master-planned communities. This role offers the opportunity to build lasting client relationships, mentor and develop engineering talent, and play a key role in growing both a team and business line.
We believe great engineers deserve more than just great projects. That's why we foster a collaborative culture that values work-life balance, professional growth, leadership development, and long-term career advancement. You'll have the support of an established team, the flexibility to manage your projects effectively, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a privately owned organization where decisions are made locally and success is shared.
Job Responsibilities- Lead and manage residential land development projects from concept through construction.
- Direct a team of Project Managers, Engineers, EITs, and Designers in the preparation of plans, specifications, and construction documents.
- Oversee the design and development of:
- Single-family subdivisions
- Master-planned communities
- Residential site development projects
- Paving, grading, drainage, water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure
- Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, municipalities, utility districts, and project stakeholders.
- Build, maintain, and strengthen long-term client relationships while identifying opportunities for additional services and business growth.
- Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, profitability, invoicing, and overall project performance.
- Provide technical guidance, quality control oversight, and mentorship to engineering staff.
- Support business development activities, including networking, proposal preparation, client meetings, and market expansion efforts.
- Foster a high-performing team culture focused on collaboration, accountability, and professional development.
- Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
Requirements & QualificationsRequired- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
- Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in the State of Texas.
- 8+ years of progressive experience in residential land development engineering.
- 4+ years of project management experience with demonstrated success leading multidisciplinary project teams.
- Strong experience with:
- Single-family residential developments
- Subdivision design
- Master-planned communities
- Paving, grading, drainage, water distribution, sanitary sewer, and stormwater systems
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects, budgets, schedules, and client expectations.
- Experience building and maintaining client relationships.
- Excellent leadership, communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency with Civil 3D, AutoCAD, HEC-HMS, StormCAD, and related engineering software.
Preferred- Experience working with municipalities, counties, utility providers, and regulatory agencies.
- MUD, PID, Municipal Utility District, or development district experience.
- Established relationships within the Texas residential development market.
- Demonstrated business development experience and the ability to expand client relationships.
- Experience mentoring and developing junior engineering staff.
- Manage existing client relationships and develop/seek out new business opportunities with new clients.
- Responsible for project management reporting and client invoicing.
- Responsible for performance management of team and ensuring high quality work is performed.
Some of our Benefits:
- 401k Match: 100% up to 4% of your contributions with immediate vesting + 3% Safe Harbor Contribution with immediate vesting
- Merit-Based Bonus Compensation
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance; BGE contributes to HSA on eligible plans
- 9 paid Holidays, including 3 Floating holidays
- Personal Time Allowances
- 2 to 4 weeks of Vacation, depending on experience-level. Unused vacation carries over to the next year.
- "Unlimited" Sick Days.
- Mentorship Program - Provides you with the opportunity to learn and receive guidance from seasoned professionals.
- Employee Referral Program that pays you for bringing great people into the BGE family
