Civil/Site Land Development PE/PM

gpac; Durham (NC); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

401(K) with matching contributions

PTO and paid holidays

Paid parental leave

Wellness benefits

Half-day Fridays / alternating 4-day W

Job summary

gpac seeks an experienced Professional Engineer (PE) to join our Land Development team in a Project Manager capacity in Durham, NC. You will lead land development projects from concept to completion, manage budgets and schedules, and serve as the primary client contact to ensure successful outcomes.

The ideal candidate holds a North Carolina PE license, a Civil Engineering degree from an ABET-accredited program, and 7+ years of related experience, with strong leadership and communication skills

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from ABET-accredited program.
• NC Professional Engineering license required.
• 7+ years of relevant experience as a project engineer or intern.
• Strong communication, organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil3D, MS Office and Bluebeam REVU.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage land development projects from concept through completion.
• Oversee project budgets, schedules, and resource allocation.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for client relationships and communication.
• Prepare and review proposals, contracts, and project scopes.
• Coordinate across internal disciplines (civil, surveying, planning, environmental, etc.).
• Mentor and guide junior engineers and technical staff.
• Ensure quality control and adherence to regulatory standards.
• Support business development efforts and identify new opportunities.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Client relations

Communication

Problem-solving

Detail-oriented

Time management

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (ABET-accredited)

Tools

AutoCAD Civil3D

Microsoft Office

Bluebeam REVU

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Professional Engineer (PE) to join our Land Development team in a Project Manager capacity. This individual will play a key role in leading projects, managing internal teams, and serving as a trusted partner to clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage land development projects from concept through completion
• Oversee project budgets, schedules, and resource allocation
• Serve as the primary point of contact for client relationships and communication
• Prepare and review proposals, contracts, and project scopes
• Coordinate across internal disciplines (civil, surveying, planning, environmental, etc.)
• Mentor and guide junior engineers and technical staff
• Ensure quality control and adherence to regulatory standards
• Support business development efforts and identify new opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelors' Degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited program is required
• A minimum of 7 years of relevant experience as a project engineer or engineering intern
• A valid NC Professional Engineering (PE) license is required
• Highly detail oriented and possess excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Actively engages multiple perspectives when solving problems, seeks to learn from peers, and encourages reciprocal learning among team members
• Strong time management and analytical skills
• Effective Client Relations and public speaking capabilities
• Effective written communication skills
• Possess a focus on quality and the ability to perform quality control review
• AutoCAD Civil3D proficiency is required
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Word, Excel. Bluebeam REVU desired
• Able to work independently and manage/schedule a team

Career Growth & Leadership

• Opportunity to lead teams and shape project direction
• High visibility with executive leadership and decision-makers
• Defined career progression with mentorship and support

Flexibility & Work-Life Balance

• Flexible scheduling and hybrid work options
• Trust-based culture focused on outcomes, not micromanagement
• Support for personal and professional balance

Compensation & Financial Benefits

• Fully paid medical, dental and vision coverage for employees
• 401(K) with matching contributions - 100% vested from the first day
• Generous PTO, paid Holidays, paid volunteer days, and team-building events
• Paid parental leave
• Wellness benefits
• Half-day Fridays with alternating 4-day work weeks

Culture & Workplace

• Employee-focused, team-oriented environment
• Strong emphasis on professional development and continuing education
• Open-door leadership and transparent communication
• Company-wide commitment to employee well-being and success

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.