Land Development Director — Strategic Growth & Leadership

Spicer Group; Cumming (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) match program

Paid Holidays

Sick and Vacation Days

Profit Sharing

Tuition Reimbursement

Professional Development

Excellent Working Conditions

Work-Life Balance

Fitness Reimbursement

Flexibility of location in GA, OH, or 

MI

Job summary

Spicer Group is seeking a Land Development Director to guide a growing practice in Georgia. You will lead high-profile urban planning and redevelopment projects from concept through delivery, ensuring quality, budget discipline, and on-time results.

You will mentor a multidisciplinary team, align with executive leadership on strategic growth, and cultivate strong client and partner relationships to advance the firm’s market position across GA, OH, and MI.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in civil engineering, urban planning, architecture, or related field.
• 10+ years of progressively responsible experience in land development, redevelopment, or urban planning.
• Ability to lead executive-level teams, communicate with stakeholders, and represent the company professionally.
• Willingness to travel as needed for client meetings and regional coordination.

Responsibilities

• Lead land development, redevelopment, urban planning, and economic development projects from concept through completion.
• Provide strategic oversight for planning, staffing, risk management, permitting, and regulatory coordination.
• Manage service line financial performance including budgeting, invoicing, and profitability.
• Serve as Project Manager or Principal-in-Charge on high-profile projects; mentor and develop staff.
• Drive business development, client maintenance plans, and market positioning.

Skills

Team leadership

Project management

Business development

Client relationship management

Strategic planning

Urban planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Professional licensure or certification (PE/AICP/PLA/LEED AP) preferred

Job description

Spicer Group is seeking a Land Development Director to guide a growing practice in Georgia. You will lead high-profile urban planning and redevelopment projects from concept through delivery, ensuring quality, budget discipline, and on-time results.

You will mentor a multidisciplinary team, align with executive leadership on strategic growth, and cultivate strong client and partner relationships to advance the firm’s market position across GA, OH, and MI.