POSITION OVERVIEW: As a
Sr. Project Manager at LJA
Land Development, you will lead and manage multiple land development projects while coordinating project execution, mentoring staff, and maintaining strong client relationships. You'll serve as a technical and operational leader ensuring quality, efficiency, and client satisfaction in every project.
Salary Range: $120,000 - $150,000
A TYPICAL DAY MIGHT INCLUDE:- Leading a team of EITs, designers, and CAD technicians to develop construction plans, exhibits, reports, and other client deliverables.
- Managing the day-to-day operations of multiple single-family residential and commercial development projects.
- Coordinating and directing large, complex engineering projects or multiple smaller projects with diverse challenges.
- Interacting directly with clients, consultants, and public agencies to ensure clear communication and project alignment.
- Utilizing advanced engineering techniques, theories, and practices to solve technical and logistical challenges.
- Providing mentorship, technical guidance, and quality assurance for project teams.
REQUIRED EDUCATION/LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS:- Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering
- Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:- Minimum 10 years of experience in land development entitlement and engineering.
- Proven ability to lead teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with clients and team members.
IDEALLY, YOU SHOULD ALSO HAVE:- Experience with residential master-planned communities and commercial site design.
- Strong technical expertise in grading, drainage, and utility design.
- Experience with business development or client account management.
- Familiarity with local Colorado land development regulations and permitting processes.
LEVEL UP WITH LJAAt LJA, we're 100% employee-owned. This drives results, rewards ambition and supports long-term success for every team member. With almost 100 locations and 3,000+ employee-owners (and growing), we're building something big! We want you to be part of it.
Your future grows here.- Flexible Work Options: Schedules to help you balance life and work.
- Generous Time Off: PTO, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Year's.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets. Along with mental health support.
- Family Support: Paid maternity and parental leave to help you focus on what matters most.
- Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and in-house courses provided by our Learning and Development team.
- Referral Bonuses: Know great talent? Get rewarded for helping us grow.
- Community Impact: Company-sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.
- Professional Development: Memberships to industry organizations to keep you connected and growing.
- Career Growth: Great internal mobility opportunities to advance your career.
- Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, bring your kid to work day, etc.
