Associate Vice President - Land Development

Pape-Dawson; Freeport (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Pape-Dawson Engineers seeks an Associate Vice President (AVP) – Land Development for its Miramar Beach, FL office. The AVP provides senior leadership for planning, design, and delivery of complex land development projects and guides execution at a strategic level while mentoring staff and aligning with executive leadership.

This role represents the company to clients and public agencies, supports business development, and ensures adherence to scope, schedule, budget, quality, and company

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from ABET-accredited program.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Florida.
• 12+ years of progressive engineering experience with senior-level project leadership and people management responsibilities.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor managers, project leaders, and senior technical professionals.

Responsibilities

• Manage land development projects through planning, design, permitting, and implementation.
• Provide leadership for multidisciplinary teams supporting private and municipal development projects.
• Oversee all phases of project delivery, from planning and conceptual design through final design, permitting, and construction or implementation support.
• Lead, mentor, and supervise managers, project leaders, and senior technical staff; support professional development and succession planning.
• Manage multiple teams and complex projects concurrently, ensuring adherence to scope, schedule, budget, quality, and client expectations.
• Review and approve proposals, scopes of work, budgets, and client agreements to ensure alignment with company standards and business objectives.
• Support business development activities, including pursuit strategy, proposal development, RFQs/RFPs, and client interviews.
• Develop and maintain strong professional relationships with clients, public agencies, industry partners, and community leaders.
• Ensure consistent application and advancement of company design, production, and quality control standards across projects and teams.
• Collaborate with executive leadership, operations, and finance to assess staffing needs, resource allocation, and market conditions.
• Represent the company through active participation in professional associations, industry organizations, and civic groups.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Client relationship management

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (ABET-accredited)

Professional Engineer (P.E.) in FL

Job description

Job Description

Join Pape-Dawson’s Miramar Beach team and build your career just steps from the beautiful beaches of Florida’s Emerald Coast. Established through the acquisition of Innerlight Engineering, our Miramar Beach office combines decades of local experience, trusted client relationships, and a strong commitment to client service. The team has earned an excellent reputation throughout the Florida Panhandle by delivering responsive, high-quality support across every phase of a project.

Join Pape-Dawson’s Miramar Beach team and build your career just steps from the beautiful beaches of Florida’s Emerald Coast. Established through the acquisition of Innerlight Engineering, our Miramar Beach office combines decades of local experience, trusted client relationships, and a strong commitment to client service. The team has earned an excellent reputation throughout the Florida Panhandle by delivering responsive, high-quality support across every phase of a project. From major development initiatives to essential infrastructure improvements, our professionals contribute to projects that are shaping the future of the region. Team members have the opportunity to make a visible impact, collaborate closely with clients and public agencies, and enjoy an office location within walking distance of the beach—bringing together meaningful work and an exceptional coastal lifestyle.

We are seeking an Associate Vice President (AVP) - Land Development for our Miramar Beach, FL location. This person will provide senior-level leadership for the planning, design, and delivery of complex engineering projects for Land Development. The AVP operates at a strategic level, guiding project execution, mentoring managers and senior staff, supporting business development efforts, and serving as a key liaison between technical teams and executive, administrative, and financial leadership. This position represents the company in client, industry, and community settings and plays a critical role in sustaining long-term growth and client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Manage land development projects through planning, design, permitting, and implementation.
• Provide leadership for multidisciplinary teams supporting private and municipal development projects.
• Oversee all phases of project delivery, from planning and conceptual design through final design, permitting, and construction or implementation support.
• Lead, mentor, and supervise managers, project leaders, and senior technical staff; support professional development and succession planning.
• Manage multiple teams and complex projects concurrently, ensuring adherence to scope, schedule, budget, quality, and client expectations.
• Review and approve proposals, scopes of work, budgets, and client agreements to ensure alignment with company standards and business objectives.
• Support business development activities, including pursuit strategy, proposal development, RFQs/RFPs, and client interviews.
• Develop and maintain strong professional relationships with clients, public agencies, industry partners, and community leaders.
• Ensure consistent application and advancement of company design, production, and quality control standards across projects and teams.
• Collaborate with executive leadership, operations, and finance to assess staffing needs, resource allocation, and market conditions.
• Represent the company through active participation in professional associations, industry organizations, and civic groups.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering (or related engineering discipline where applicable) from an ABET-accredited program.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in the state of FL.
• 12+ years of progressive engineering experience, including senior-level project leadership and people management responsibilities.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor managers, project leaders, and senior technical professionals.
• Proven experience managing complex projects, multiple teams, and competing priorities simultaneously.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants for Pape-Dawson Engineers will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.