Land Development Senior Project Manager

ABOUT THE POSITION

VHB is seeking a Land Development Project Manager to join our Land Development (Civil Engineering) team based in Tampa or Sarasota, FL.

VHB is on the lookout for a talented Land Development Project Manager to become a key player within our Land Development Planning and Design team in Tampa, FL

This is more than just a job—it's an exciting opportunity to immerse yourself in a dynamic team integrating innovative technology-enabled solutions and working across diverse disciplines with environmental scientists, transportation planners, and more to make our communities more resilient. At VHB, you'll gain exposure to a wide variety of projects, ranging in size and scope.

Our impressive Florida portfolio includes collaborations with mixed-use multifamily and national homebuilders; healthcare and commercial developers; industrial sectors; hospitality giants including amusement parks; and various municipal and local government bodies. We are proud to serve State DOTs, municipalities, and private clients throughout the eastern United States on significant projects like Water Street Tampa, The Grow, and Wellness Way.

If you're passionate about land development and looking to make a significant impact, we want to hear from you! Join us at VHB and be a part of creating vibrant, sustainable communities.

Responsibilities

• Work with a production team to develop site/civil engineering plans and specifications for a multitude of projects, including large and medium-scale projects
• Support preparation of various land development design and permitting documents
• Responsible for project financial performance and client relations
• Prepare and review drawings and specifications documenting the designs
• Attend meetings with clients, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders to establish their needs and discuss design/permitting issues with them
• Supervise design team activities during Construction Administration
• Manage work and development of junior-level staff
• Manage small, medium, or large projects
• Develop new project opportunities and manage proposal submissions

Skills and Attributes

• Highly Proficient in the following:
• AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Microsoft Project
• MS Office Suite
• Skills to implement our integrated services approach
• Comprehensive understanding of design, details, and construction drawing preparation including site layout, grading, drainage, and utilities
• Knowledge of Florida land development construction including codes and development regulations
• Knowledge of construction materials and detailing
• Experience with green initiative programs and low-impact design (LEED, Envision)
• Excellent innovative design skills
• Project research and analysis
• Strong, creative engineering skills and ability to adhere to office standards
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Self-motivated, ability to think critically
• Attention to detail with the ability to multi-task
• Excels at working in a team environment
• Exhibits strong leadership skills and growth potential
• Has interest in growing business development skills

Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering or related degree
• 8+ years of increasing engineering experience on complex projects
• PE licensure in Florida or able to obtain within 12 months
• Proficient in site layout, grading, utility, and stormwater management design
• Experience in developing and compiling/producing site plans, construction documents, specifications, and engineering reports 

We are VHB! We’re an inspired and innovative team of engineers, scientists, planners, and designers who partner with clients in the transportation, real estate, institutional, and energy industries, as well as federal, state, and local governments. Our work helps improve mobility, enhance communities, and contribute to economic vitality. We do this while balancing development and infrastructure needs with stewardship of our environment. 

Our people make us great! VHB provides a differentiating employee experience, which includes: 

• Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation
• Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects
• Community and social responsibility as sustainable stewards
• Focus on learning, development, and career growth
• Best-in-class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplace  

We are consistently rated one of the top AEC firms to work for across our 30+ offices on the East Coast. We’re growing, and we hope you’ll join us! 

VHB is a proud Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion—supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. All individuals receive consideration for employment based on their qualifications without discrimination for race/ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, pregnancy, marital status, or any other basis protected by law.