Civil Project Manager - Land Development

Atwellgroup; Kirkland (WA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

401K match

Tuition Assistance

Annual Wellness Reimbursement

Job summary

Atwellgroup is seeking an experienced Project Manager in Kirkland, WA, to lead residential and commercial land development projects. In this role, you will manage project delivery from proposal through to closeout, ensuring technical excellence and profitability.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, a PE license, and at least 4 years of relevant experience. Join a firm that values collaboration and fosters professional growth.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in residential and/or commercial land development.
• Deep understanding of local development codes and permitting processes.
• Experience managing multidisciplinary teams and client expectations.

Responsibilities

• Lead full cycle project delivery from proposal to closeout.
• Collaborate with clients and internal teams to ensure success.
• Oversee project budgets, proposals, contracts, scopes, and schedules.

Skills

Project management

Team management

Client relations

Knowledge of development codes

Engineering knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

Vision

Newforma

Buzzsaw

Job description

Who We Are

Atwell, LLC is a bold leader in the consulting, engineering, and construction services industry, delivering a broad range of creative solutions to clients in the real estate & land development, and energy markets. We have a strong national presence and a diverse, award‑winning project portfolio. Atwell is a privately owned company, with 2,000+ passionate team members across 75+ locations and growing!

• Ten consecutive years in a row as a “Best Place to Work” by Zweig Group (#11)
• Recognized as #70 in the ENR Top 500 Design Firms, ranked in every region
• Recognized in Crain's “Fast 50” as one of the fastest‑growing companies (#14)
• Recognized as the 2025 ENR Design Firm of the year for the southeastern US

Atwell, LLC is seeking an experienced and driven Project Manager with a strong background in residential and commercial land development to lead high impact projects across diverse markets. If you're passionate about shaping communities through thoughtful design and want to take ownership of challenging, high‑profile projects, this is your opportunity to thrive.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead full cycle project delivery from proposal to closeout in residential and commercial land development
• Collaborate with clients, internal teams, and leadership to ensure success, profitability, and technical excellence
• Oversee project budgets, proposals, contracts, scopes, and schedules
• Mentor and direct project teams; promote internal communication and knowledge sharing
• Maintain strong client relationships and represent Atwell in all external communications
• Tackle complex engineering and permitting challenges with the autonomy to influence project direction and outcomes

What You Bring:

• Professional Engineer (PE) license required
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline
• 4 plus years of experience in residential and/or commercial land development
• Deep understanding of local development codes, permitting processes, and construction practices
• Experience managing multidisciplinary teams and client expectations
• Proficiency with project management tools like Vision and familiarity with document management platforms (e.g. Newforma, Buzzsaw, etc.)

Why Atwell?

• Be part of a firm that values collaboration, creativity, and client focus
• Lead meaningful work that shapes the future of land development and improves the way communities grow
• Work alongside industry leading professionals in a supportive and high performing culture
• Enjoy a clear path for career advancement, with opportunities to evolve into senior leadership as you take on increasing responsibility
• Gain the freedom to drive your own projects and make technical decisions that matter

Pay Range: $130,000 – $160,000 USD

Atwell Benefits:

Work/Life:

• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible work schedules are available for some positions
• Tenure Awards — Travel Vouchers to see the world based on your travel preferences

Compensation:

• Competitive Compensation packages
• Annual bonuses, spot bonuses and peer recognition awards
• 401K match - 1:1 up to 4% of compensation
• Tuition Assistance
• Student Loan Repayment
• Paid Licensing / Certification Fees and Renewals
• Financial Rewards for Obtaining Licensure
• Employee Referrals
• Annual Wellness Reimbursement for anything wellness related (Gym memberships, fitness tracker, home gym equipment, etc.)
• Dependent Care Match

‘Atwell’ness:

• Medical (BC/BS), Dental (Delta), and Vision (VSP)
• Family Planning & IVF Benefits
• Pet Insurance
• Health Savings Account & Flex Spending Account options
• Employer paid LTD, STD, and life insurance
• Metlife Supplemental Benefits covering accident, hospitalization, and critical illness
• Member Assistance Program (MAP) with complimentary counseling sessions, legal benefits, financial consultations, and work/life referral services