Director of Land Development able to get or have a AZ-PE

Metro Associates; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Profit-sharing

401(k)

Job summary

Metro Associates seeks a Director of Land Development, a Civil Engineer with extensive private land development leadership experience. The role is onsite in Tucson with some remote flexibility, requiring an active PE license and a history of managing complex residential/commercial projects.

You will guide design, budgets, and schedules while expanding the Arizona market and mentoring engineering staff for growth and ownership opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited college.
• Active Arizona Professional Engineer license (PE) required.
• 15+ years of relevant land development management experience.
• Strong hands-on experience managing private land development projects.
• Onsite in Arizona with potential for one remote day per week.
• Proven ability to lead engineering teams and develop new business.

Responsibilities

• Lead Tucson Land Development Division and mentor the team.
• Serve as primary client contact and oversee project lifecycles.
• Provide guidance on design, scope, schedules, budgets, and progress.
• Promote technical excellence, collaboration, and innovation.
• Drive business development and maintain relationships with local developers and builders.
• Oversee strategic direction and resource planning for engineering teams.

Skills

Leadership

Business development

Client management

Mentoring

Project management

Land development

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD / Civil 3D

Microsoft Project

Bluebeam

Job description

Director of Land Development Civil Engineer

PE Civil Engineer does not need to be licensed in Arizona. able to get or have a AZ-PE. Candidate must hold an active Civil Engineer PE license in any U.S. state. NO structural or construction management.

Key Requirements:

• Must have Civil Engineer strong, substantial Land Development experience
• Private-sector land development experience is essential — not primarily public-sector work
• Active PE license in any U.S. state
• Position is primarily onsite in Arizona
• Potential flexibility for one remote day per week
• Looking for someone with hands‑on experience managing/designing private land development projects

Location: Tucson, AZ
Employment Type: Full-Time, Regular

About the Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Director of Land Development Civil Engineer to join the senior leadership team and lead the expansion of land development operations throughout Tucson and greater Arizona.

This leadership position will oversee a diverse portfolio of residential, commercial, and mixed‑use development projects while leading, mentoring, and growing engineering teams. The Director will also play a key role in business development, client relationship management, and strategic growth across the Arizona market.

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior land development professional seeking leadership responsibility, career growth, and potential advancement into ownership.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and grow the Tucson Land Development Division.
• Serve as a trusted advisor and primary point of contact throughout the project lifecycle.
• Provide expert guidance on design, project scope, schedules, budgets, and project progress.
• Lead project teams by establishing clear expectations and promoting technical excellence, collaboration, efficiency, and innovation.
• Champion mentoring, training, and professional development initiatives for engineering staff.
• Work with senior leadership on strategic business development opportunities.
• Support company growth through client retention, new project pursuits, and repeat business.
• Maintain strong relationships throughout the Arizona developer and builder community.
• Leverage industry connections to identify new opportunities and strengthen client partnerships.
• Participate in land development and related professional organizations.
• Provide strategic direction, planning, and oversight for engineering teams.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited college or university.
• Active Arizona Professional Engineer (P.E.) license.
• 15+ years of relevant experience managing land development projects.
• Proven experience managing projects within scope, schedule, budget, and performance requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully lead engineering teams.
• Experience directly managing employee performance and mentoring civil engineering professionals.
• Strong initiative and ability to independently establish goals, develop plans, and direct project teams.
• Experience performing constructability reviews and site construction conformance evaluations.
• Established relationships with local:
  • Architects
  • Developers
  • Land use attorneys
  • Planners
  • Public agencies
• Proven experience in business development and client management, including securing new and repeat business.

Technical Skills

• AutoCAD / Civil 3D
• Microsoft Project
• Bluebeam
• Strong understanding of land development processes and engineering design.
• Ability to evaluate construction plans and site conditions.
• Strong project planning, management, and technical leadership skills.

Compensation & Benefits

• Generous benefits package
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Profit‑sharing
• 401(k)
• Personal leave
• Life and disability insurance
• Professional development and mentorship opportunities
• Innovative technology and company‑wide resources
• Company events, team‑building activities, and social experiences
• Opportunities for long‑term career growth and potential advancement into ownership