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Land Development Project Manager PE in Riverside

Date Posted: 02 November 2026

Job Snapshot

Job Description

Employment Type: Full-Time

Industry: Civil Engineering / Land Development

About the Opportunity

A well-established civil engineering consulting firm is seeking an experienced Senior Land Development Project Manager to lead a growing portfolio of site development projects.

This is an excellent opportunity for a licensed Professional Engineer who enjoys managing projects, developing client relationships, mentoring engineering teams, and taking ownership of complex land development work.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead land development projects from initial planning and due diligence through design, permitting, and construction administration.

  • Oversee site design, grading, drainage, stormwater management, and utility infrastructure.

  • Serve as the primary client contact and build long-term professional relationships.

  • Coordinate permitting and approvals with municipal, county, and state agencies.

  • Manage project budgets, schedules, staffing, and deliverables.

  • Lead and mentor engineers and designers while maintaining quality standards.

  • Prepare proposals and support business development efforts.

  • Provide technical oversight and sign and seal engineering plans.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering.

  • Professional Engineer (PE) license (preferred) EIT Required 

  • 10+ years of land development experience, including project management.

  • Strong background in civil site design, grading, drainage, stormwater, and utilities.

  • Working knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D.

  • Proven client management and business development experience.

  • Strong leadership, communication, and financial management skills.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive salary based on experience.

  • Performance-based bonus opportunities.

  • Comprehensive benefits package.

  • Professional development and career advancement.

  • Opportunity to lead a strong pipeline of land development projects.

  • Clear potential for advancement into senior leadership.

Interested?

If you're an experienced Civil PE looking for greater project ownership, leadership opportunities, and long-term career growth, we'd love to connect. 

Apply, send resumes to dante.smith@gogpac.com or contact me directly at 567-666-5925

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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