Lead Land Development Engineer
Senior Land Development Project Manager | Baltimore-Washington Region
LVI Associates is partnered with a leading multidisciplinary engineering and consulting firm seeking a Senior Land Development Project Manager to join its growing Mid-Atlantic Land Development team.
This is a key leadership opportunity for an experienced civil engineering professional looking to lead complex land development projects, mentor engineering teams, and build long-term client relationships across both public and private sector markets.
The Opportunity
You will oversee the delivery of high-profile site development and urban redevelopment projects throughout the Baltimore-Washington region, working alongside a collaborative team of planners, engineers, and technical specialists. This role offers a blend of project leadership, client management, business development, and technical oversight.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead land development and site civil projects from initial planning and design through permitting and construction.
- Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, staffing, and quality control to ensure successful delivery.
- Serve as the primary client contact, maintaining strong relationships and ensuring client satisfaction.
- Mentor and support junior and mid-level engineers while coordinating multidisciplinary project teams.
- Review engineering plans, reports, and specifications for technical accuracy and quality.
- Lead project meetings with clients, agencies, stakeholders, and internal teams.
- Support business development efforts through proposal preparation, fee development, and client engagement.
- Provide technical guidance on site design, grading, utilities, stormwater management, and permitting.
- Oversee project financial performance, invoicing, profitability, and resource planning.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
- Professional Engineer (PE) license in Maryland, Virginia, DC, or ability to obtain.
- 10+ years of land development engineering experience with increasing project management responsibilities.
- Proven experience managing staff, client relationships, and complex project delivery.
- Strong knowledge of local permitting processes throughout Maryland, Washington DC, and surrounding jurisdictions.
- Proficiency with Civil 3D and standard engineering software platforms.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
Preferred Experience
- Stormwater modelling software such as HydroCAD, Hydraflow, or similar tools.
- Site grading, utility design, drainage, erosion and sediment control design.
- Business development, proposal preparation, and client relationship management.
- Active involvement within industry organisations and professional associations.
Compensation
$170,000 - $180,000+ base salary, depending on experience, alongside a comprehensive benefits package and clear opportunities for career progression and leadership growth.
This opportunity is ideal for a senior land development professional looking to step into a visible leadership role with a highly respected engineering consultancy delivering landmark projects across the Mid-Atlantic region.
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