Senior Project Manager - Land Development
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Role Overview
In this role, you will lead land development projects from pursuit through delivery, working closely with developers, municipalities, and multidisciplinary teams. This position aligns with the Strategic Plan of growth in Land Development for the Houston area.
You will serve as a trusted advisor to clients, guide project strategy, support team development, and help drive successful project outcomes across scope, schedule, and budget.
This is a strong opportunity for someone who enjoys both project leadership and relationship building.
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About the Role
In this role, you will lead land development projects from pursuit through delivery, working closely with developers, municipalities, and multidisciplinary teams. This position aligns with the Strategic Plan of growth in Land Development for the Houston area.
You will serve as a trusted advisor to clients, guide project strategy, support team development, and help drive successful project outcomes across scope, schedule, and budget.
This is a strong opportunity for someone who enjoys both project leadership and relationship building.
Why This Role
This role offers the opportunity to lead significant projects, expand client relationships, and contribute to the growth of a respected and collaborative organization.
You will have visibility with leadership, direct client engagement, and the ability to influence both projects and long-term business strategy.
What You Will Be Doing
Lead residential, commercial, and industrial land development projects from planning through delivery
Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, contracts, and overall client expectations
Serve as a primary point of contact and trusted advisor for key clients and stakeholders
Lead project pursuits including proposals, presentations, and client strategy discussions
Mentor and support project managers and engineering staff
Monitor project financial performance including billing, scope changes, and profitability
Support business development efforts and identify opportunities for continued client growth
You Might Be a Great Fit If
You enjoy leading complex projects and building strong client relationships
You are motivated by both project success and business growth
You thrive in a fast paced environment managing multiple priorities
You enjoy mentoring teams and developing future leaders
You want to play a visible role in the growth of a land development practice
What You Bring
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering discipline
Professional Engineer license in Texas
Five to seven years of experience serving as a Project Manager within land development
Experience managing residential, commercial, and industrial development projects
Strong business development and client relationship management experience
Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
Active involvement in industry Organizations or professional groups preferred
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working with Municipal Utility Districts and MUD creation
- Experience leading multidisciplinary projects
- LEED project experience is a plus
- Strong network within the development community preferred
- Why HR Green
- For more than 110 years, HR Green has partnered with clients and communities to deliver infrastructure solutions that improve lives. We are proud to be recognized as both a top design firm and a great place to work.
- Here, you will have the opportunity to lead meaningful projects, grow your career, and work alongside a collaborative team that values leadership, development, and long term success.
- If you are looking for a role where you can lead, influence, and make a lasting impact, this could be worth a conversation.
Benefits
- Not only does HR Green provide you with a place to grow, thrive, and enjoy your work, but we are also dedicated to delivering a comprehensive and multi-faceted benefits package. We invest in our people with a total rewards package that supports both your career and your life outside of work, including:
- Employee ownership opportunities
- Hybrid and flexible work schedule
- Performance-based bonus program
- Traditional and Roth 401(k) plans with immediate vesting
- Tuition reimbursement for continued learning
- Two days of paid volunteer time each year
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
- Parental leave
- Fitness membership reimbursement
- Ergonomic office setups
- Monthly team events and celebrations
- Visit our website for detailed total rewards information: https://www.hrgreen.com/careers/total-rewards/
- HR Green is proud to be an affirmative action/ equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
About HR Green
Private U.S. civil engineering firm providing planning, design, and consulting services to public and private-sector clients.
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