Land Development in Minneapolis

Job Description

Director of Land Development

This is an opportunity for a seasoned land development leader who wants to shape strategy, mentor high-performing teams, and drive meaningful development projects. The Director of Land Development plays a critical leadership role, combining technical expertise, client development, and people leadership in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment.

The Impact You’ll Have

As a senior leader, you’ll guide a regional land development practice while contributing to firmwide growth initiatives. You’ll influence project delivery, strengthen client relationships, and help expand market presence—while fostering a culture built on collaboration, accountability, and professional growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and grow a regional Land Development practice with a focus on strategic expansion
• Provide direction, mentorship, and oversight to land development engineers and project managers
• Plan, organize, and direct project work to ensure excellence in client service and deliverables
• Manage projects to align with schedules, budgets, design criteria, and quality standards
• Build and maintain strong relationships with private developers, municipalities, and regulatory agencies
• Coordinate effectively across internal disciplines and offices
• Partner with executive leadership to develop and execute market growth strategies
• Drive team development through mentoring, coaching, and performance leadership

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• 12+ years of progressive land development experience
• Proven leadership experience managing teams and complex projects
• Strong technical foundation in land development design and delivery
• Demonstrated success in client development and relationship management
• Established relationships within the land development market
• Strong business acumen, communication skills, and strategic mindset
• Highly self-motivated with the ability to lead in a dynamic environment

Why This Role Stands Out

• Senior leadership position with real influence over practice growth
• Opportunity to shape teams, strategy, and market direction
• Employee-focused culture emphasizing collaboration and mentorship
• Long-term career growth within a stable, forward-looking organization
• Engagement in impactful projects that build better communities

For additional information on this opportunity, please contact Kathryn Jorgenson directly at 320-558-3659. Resumes may be confidentially sent to kathryn.jorgenson@gogpac.com

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.