Land Development Project Manager II

Benesch; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leadership development

Retirement plan

Flexible schedules

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Benesch is seeking a Civil Site Project Manager II in North Carolina to lead site development projects, manage client relationships, and oversee design and permitting processes. The role requires a seasoned professional with a strong background in land development design and civil engineering, including client service and budget oversight.

The ideal candidate has 12+ years of design experience, a BSCE or related discipline, and NC PE registration.

Qualifications

• BSCE or related discipline is required.
• Registered North Carolina Professional Engineer is preferred.
• Minimum of 12 years of design experience.
• Experience working on NCDOT projects is a plus.
• Seller/doer mentality and ability to manage budgets and schedules.
• Excellent communication and client relation skills.
• Strong experience with AutoCAD and stormwater modeling software.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the PM for site development projects throughout North Carolina.
• Champion and manage relationships with key clients.
• Create and execute project work plans.
• Manage project teams, accountable for budget and schedule.
• Mentor junior staff and train team members.
• Contribute to North Carolina strategic growth initiatives.
• Represent Benesch at industry events.
• Collaborate on regional growth strategy.
• Potential for leadership track advancement.

Skills

Seller/doer mentality

Communication skills

Client relations

Leadership

Education

BSCE or related discipline

Tools

AutoCAD

Stormwater modeling

Job description

Simply Put, A Great Place to Work

Benesch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm. We enhance infrastructure and communities across the country – creating spaces and providing connections in ways that make a difference.

We pride ourselves on being nimble enough to remain responsive to client needs yet large enough to offer exceptional bench strength. As a member of our team, you’ll have an opportunity to draw from those resources when you need them and, likewise, contribute your expertise when you have something to share.

At Benesch, we are looking for candidates with varied backgrounds and worldviews. We are committed to offering an inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Statistics show that women and underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for a position if they don’t meet 100% of the qualifications. If this statement resonates with you, don’t be so hard on yourself—apply for the job!

Civil Site Project Manager II

We are looking to hire a Civil Site Project Manager with interest & experience in land development design and engineering. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 12 years of experience and will work within a team of professionals designing and permitting private and public land development projects and managing the design, permitting and construction phase tasks specific to site development.

We are looking for someone who is highly and internally motivated, wants to work on complex and challenging projects, seeks to interact with and service clients, and desires increasing levels of responsibility. The successful candidate must be enthusiastic, a team player, and will oversee client management and project design efforts, as well as help train less experienced staff to perform engineering tasks.

The Impact You Will Have

• Serve as the PM for site development projects throughout North Carolina
• Champion and manage relationships with key clients
• Create and execute project work plans
• Manage project teams, accountable for budget and schedule
• Mentor junior staff
• Contribute to North Carolina strategic growth initiatives
• Represent Benesch at industry and professional engagement events
• Collaborate on regional growth strategy
• Leadership track potential

What You Will Need

• BSCE or related discipline
• Registered North Carolina Professional Engineer
• Minimum of 12 years of design experience
• Experience working on NCDOT projects is a plus
• Seller/doer mentality
• A track record of adhering to design budgets and project schedules
• Excellent communication and client relation skills
• Strong experience with AutoCAD and stormwater modeling software required

Why Benesch

It’s simple. We invest in our people, not just our projects.

• Career growth that’s real with leadership development, training, and clear paths forward
• Strong financial future with up to 9% retirement contribution for benefit-eligible employees
• Flexibility that works with schedules that support your life
• Time to recharge with generous paid time off and parental leave for benefit-eligible employees
• Support beyond work through mentorship, hands-on experience, and opportunities to make an impact from day one

Whether you’re starting your career or bringing years of experience, you’ll have the support and exposure to grow here.

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Equal Opportunity & Accessibility

At Benesch, we believe great work starts with great people and that means creating a workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.

Benesch is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants in all protected groups, including veterans and individuals with disabilities, or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.

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