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Senior Project Manager- - Civil Engineering (Land Development) in Valencia

Date Posted: 06 May 2026

Job Snapshot

Job Description

Senior Project Manager / Director – Civil Engineering (Land Development)

Company Overview

We are a well-established civil engineering firm with over 35 years of industry experience and a strong presence through multiple offices across California. Our team is built on technical excellence, long-standing client relationships, and a commitment to delivering high-quality land development solutions.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Senior Project Manager / Director-level leader to play a key role in both technical execution and strategic growth. This position is ideal for a seasoned professional who thrives in a leadership environment, enjoys client engagement, and is motivated to drive business expansion.

Key Responsibilities

  • Serve as a subject matter expert in:
    • Land Development
    • Stormwater Management
    • Hydrology & Hydraulics
    • Grading & Drainage Design
    • Utilities & Site Design
  • Lead, mentor, and oversee engineering teams across projects
  • Manage project delivery, budgets, and timelines
  • Take an active role in marketing and business development efforts
  • Drive new client acquisition and expand existing relationships
  • Act as a primary client contact, ensuring high-level service and satisfaction
  • Review, approve, and sign off on engineering plans

Qualifications

  • Proven experience in civil engineering with a focus on land development
  • Strong leadership experience managing teams and projects
  • Demonstrated success in business development and client growth
  • Professional Engineering (PE) license required (or ability to obtain)
  • Ability to take ownership of projects and contribute at a strategic level

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive base salary (commensurate with experience)
  • Annual merit-based raises
  • Director-level perks including:
    • Gas card provided
    • Monthly reimbursement allowance
  • Opportunity for long-term growth into executive leadership

Why Join Us

This is an opportunity to step into a high-impact leadership role with a respected, stable firm where your expertise will directly influence project success, team development, and company growth.  Please send your resume to nate.oliver@gogpac.com, or call/text 380-291-1874 to apply.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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