Land Development Project Manager

ABOUT THE POSITION

VHB is seeking a talented Land Development Project Manager to become a key player within our Land Development and Planning and Design teams in Orlando, FL.

This is 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 master developers and national homebuilders; mixed-use multifamily builders; 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 Horizon West, The Grow, Wellness Way, and Orlando Health. 

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. Land Development | VHB

Responsibilities

• Develop site/civil engineering plans and specifications for a multitude of projects, including large-scale residential developments, institutional, healthcare, and industrial.
• Support preparation of land development design and permitting documents
• Responsible for project financial performance and client relations
• Prepare and review drawings and specifications documenting the systems designed
• 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

• Experience working with the following: AutoCAD Civil 3D, Microsoft Project, ArcGIS, ICPR, WaterCAD, StormCAD
• Understanding of design, details, and construction drawing preparation including site layout, grading, hardscape, drainage, and planting
• Knowledge of land development construction including codes and development regulations
• Knowledge of construction materials and detailing; detail drawings, sections, and material specifications
• Experience with green initiative programs and low-impact design (LEED, Envision)
• Innovative design skills
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Self-motivated, attention to detail, and ability to think critically and multi-task
• Excels at working in a team environment and exhibits strong leadership skills
• Has interest in growing business development skills

Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering or related degree
• 5+ years of increasing engineering experience on complex projects
• PE licensure in Florida or obtain within 6 months
• Proficient in site layout, grading, utility design, and stormwater management
• Experience in developing and compiling/producing site plans, construction documents, specifications, and engineering reports 

Applicants must be legally authorized to work for VHB in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

The full-time annual base salary range for this position, located in Orlando, FL, is $95,000 to $115,000. The base salary offered will be determined based on job-related factors, including geographic location, internal equity, experience, credentials, skills, education, work schedule, and other factors permitted by law. The posted salary range reflects base pay only. Additional compensation and benefits available to eligible employees are outlined in our Total Rewards Program. 

Annual base salary is one component of VHB’s Total Rewards package. In addition to base pay, eligible employees may receive annual incentive compensation bonuses, spot bonuses, and merit-based salary increases, providing opportunities to increase earnings beyond base pay. VHB also offers a differentiating work experience, including a comprehensive benefits package that includes eligibility to participate in the VHB 401(k) plan, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, wellness programs, tuition reimbursement, and recognition programs. 

Details on VHB’s benefits package can be found here: Benefits Checklist  

Building what’s next, together.

Our people make the difference. We foster a technology-empowered, people‑driven, future‑ready culture where agility, innovation, and collaboration shape how we work every day.

When you join VHB, you’ll find:

• Meaningful work on complex projects with real community impact
• A collaborative, inclusive culture that values curiosity and shared success
• Support to grow your skills and lead through change
• Learning and development supported by evolving tools and technologies, including AI
• Best-in-class benefits and a flexible, hybrid work environment

We’re growing across the East Coast and are consistently recognized as a great place to work. Ready to shape what’s next? Learn more about what sets our employee experience apart and connect with us.  

VHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

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