Group Lead - Charlotte, NC
Civil / Land Development Group Manager
North Carolina (Charlotte or Raleigh) | Full-time | Hybrid
Lead. Grow. Make an Impact.
Are you ready to take on a leadership role where you can shape a team, influence strategy, and drive real growth?
A progressive, multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy is seeking a Civil / Land Development Group Manager to lead and expand its presence in North Carolina. This is an opportunity to step beyond project delivery and take ownership of a growing business unit, with genuine influence over its direction and success.
The Opportunity
This role combines technical leadership, team development, and business growth. You will lead a talented group of engineers while playing a central role in winning work, strengthening client relationships, and expanding regional capabilities.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and grow a high-performing Civil/Land Development team
- Oversee the delivery of complex site development projects from concept through to construction
- Drive business development, including client engagement, networking, and proposal leadership
- Build and maintain strong relationships with public and private sector clients
- Mentor and develop engineers at all levels
- Ensure high standards in design delivery, including grading, drainage, utilities, and site layout
- Contribute to regional strategy and identify opportunities for expansion
Project Portfolio
You will be involved in a varied and impactful mix of work, including:
- Commercial and mixed-use developments
- Healthcare and education facilities
- Municipal infrastructure and community projects
- Transportation and DOT-related schemes
About You
- Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)
- Strong experience in civil site and land development
- Demonstrated success in business development and client relationship management
- Proven leadership capability, with experience managing and developing teams
- Commercially aware, with a proactive approach to growing a business
Why This Role
- Clear opportunity to lead and shape a growing regional team
- A high level of autonomy with strong organisational support
- Exposure to a diverse and meaningful project portfolio
- A collaborative, forward-thinking working environment
- A defined pathway into senior leadership
Working Arrangements
Hybrid working with a balance of office collaboration and flexibility.
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