Land Development Project Manager

Metric Geo; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Metric Geo in Lubbock, TX is seeking a Land Development Project Manager to oversee planning, coordination, and execution of residential, commercial, and mixed-use development projects across West Texas.

You will manage consultants, contractors, schedules, budgets, and milestones to deliver high-quality communities from concept through completion, with on-site work in the Lubbock area and a focus on entitlements, infrastructure, and site development.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of land development, real estate development, construction management, or related field.
• Strong knowledge of entitlement processes, civil engineering coordination, and horizontal construction.
• Experience coordinating consultants, contractors, municipalities, and project stakeholders.
• Strong scheduling, budgeting, and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage land development projects from due diligence and entitlement through construction completion.
• Coordinate civil engineers, architects, consultants, contractors, municipalities, and internal stakeholders.
• Maintain project schedules, budgets, development timelines, and critical milestones.
• Oversee site development activities including infrastructure, utilities, roadways, and horizontal construction.
• Review plans, engineering documents, scopes of work, bids, and project specifications.
• Coordinate with municipalities, utility providers, and regulatory agencies throughout the development process.
• Track project costs, contracts, invoices, change orders, and financial reporting.
• Identify project challenges and proactively develop solutions to avoid delays and cost impacts.
• Support feasibility analysis, due diligence, and planning for future development opportunities.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, reporting, and communication throughout each phase.
• Help deliver thoughtfully designed communities that create lasting value.

Skills

Project coordination

Budgeting

Scheduling

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, real estate, business, or related field

Tools

Project management software

Job description

Land Development Project Manager – Lubbock, TX

About the Job:

We’re looking for an experienced Land Development Project Manager to oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of residential, commercial, and mixed-use development projects across West Texas. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented real estate development professional who excels at managing consultants, contractors, schedules, budgets, and project milestones while delivering high-quality communities from concept through completion.

This opportunity is with a growing West Texas development organization built on decades of experience creating communities and shaping the future growth of the region. With a focus on stewardship, integrity, and long‑term impact, the company approaches development as more than land—it’s about creating places where families, businesses, and communities can thrive for generations.

What You’ll Do:

• Manage land development projects from due diligence and entitlement through construction completion.
• Coordinate civil engineers, architects, consultants, contractors, municipalities, and internal stakeholders.
• Maintain project schedules, budgets, development timelines, and critical milestones.
• Oversee site development activities including infrastructure, utilities, roadways, and horizontal construction.
• Review plans, engineering documents, scopes of work, bids, and project specifications.
• Coordinate with municipalities, utility providers, and regulatory agencies throughout the development process.
• Track project costs, contracts, invoices, change orders, and financial reporting.
• Identify project challenges and proactively develop solutions to avoid delays and cost impacts.
• Support feasibility analysis, due diligence, and planning for future development opportunities.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, reporting, and communication throughout each phase.
• Help deliver thoughtfully designed communities that create lasting value.

What We’re Looking For:

• 5+ years of experience in land development, real estate development, construction management, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of entitlement processes, civil engineering coordination, and horizontal construction.
• Experience managing consultants, contractors, municipalities, and project stakeholders.
• Strong knowledge of project scheduling, budgeting, contracts, and construction sequencing.
• Ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining strong organization and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, real estate, business, or related field preferred.
• Experience with project management, construction management, or development software preferred.
• Ability to work on‑site in the Lubbock, TX area.

Why This Role Is Exciting:

Join a respected West Texas development team where your expertise will directly influence the growth of communities and long‑term projects throughout the region. This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of meaningful developments, collaborate with experienced professionals, and help create places designed to serve families, businesses, and future generations.

Requirements Added by the Job Poster:

• 5+ years of land development or construction project management experience
• Strong knowledge of entitlements, infrastructure, and site development
• Experience coordinating engineers, contractors, and consultants
• Strong scheduling, budgeting, and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities