Land Development Senior Project Manager

Vanasse Hangen Brustlin Inc.; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Best-in-class benefits

Hybrid work environment

Job summary

Vanasse Hangen Brustlin Inc. (VHB) in Atlanta seeks a Senior Project Manager to lead site/civil design, permitting, and Engineer of Record responsibilities on high‑visibility land development projects.

You’ll guide layouts, grading, drainage, and utilities while building strong client relationships from concept through completion. Join a multidisciplinary team that values collaboration, innovation, and growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering required; PE license essential.
• 8–11+ years in civil engineering for land development, institutional/real estate.
• Proven track record delivering projects on time and on budget.

Responsibilities

• Lead site/civil engineering design and permitting for land development projects.
• Serve as Engineer of Record on complex projects.
• Guide teams in site layouts, grading, drainage, and utilities.

Skills

Site design & grading

Project management

AutoCAD Civil 3D

LEED / Envision knowledge

Communication

Leadership

Education

BS in Civil Engineering

PE license

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Hydroflow

Microsoft Project

MS Office

Job description

Overview

At VHB, we're more than engineers and planners – we’re community builders. Our Atlanta Land Development Planning & Design team is growing, and we’re looking for a Senior Project Manager to help lead the way.

This is your opportunity to work on impactful, high‑visibility projects while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team that values innovation, collaboration, and professional growth. From urban mixed‑use developments to institutional campuses, you’ll shape projects that leave a lasting mark on the Atlanta region and beyond.

Our clients include commercial and residential developers, industrial leaders, hospitality brands, higher education and healthcare institutions, municipalities, state agencies, and private investors throughout the eastern U.S.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and deliver site/civil engineering design and permitting for a variety of land development projects.
• Serve as Engineer of Record on complex, high‑profile projects.
• Guide teams in developing site layouts, grading, stormwater management, and utility systems.
• Establish, build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted partner from concept through completion.
• Mentor and develop junior staff to ensure strong technical fundamentals and leadership growth.
• Coordinate with survey, environmental, transportation, planning, and legal teams to achieve successful project outcomes.
• Ensure quality control, manage budgets, and track milestones for multiple projects.
• Drive business development, identifying opportunities, leading proposals, and expanding VHB’s presence in the Atlanta market.
• Partners with Atlanta Office Leadership and Marketing Director to lead strategic pursuit decisions.

What We’re Looking For

• Expertise in site design, layout, grading, hardscape, drainage, and planting.
• Knowledge of land development construction, codes, and regulations.
• Familiarity with construction materials, detailing, and specifications.
• Experience with sustainable design (LEED, Envision, low‑impact design).
• Strong design, problem‑solving, and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
• Self‑motivated, detail‑oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities.
• Proven success delivering institutional or real‑estate development projects.
• Strong business acumen and collaborative leadership skills.
• Existing relationships and contacts at the decision‑making level.

Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering (Master’s preferred) and Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• 8–11+ years of civil engineering experience in institutional and/or real‑estate land development.
• Proven experience managing projects on time and on budget.
• Strong technical expertise in AutoCAD Civil 3D, Hydroflow, Microsoft Project, and MS Office.
• Knowledge of LEED, Envision, and sustainable design practices.
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and relationship‑building skills.
• An established network of Atlanta‑area contacts and a track record of generating new business opportunities.
• Candidates shall provide a list of key project experiences detailing their specific roles and responsibilities on each project.
• Examples of work product may be requested.

Building What’s Next, Together

Our people make the difference. We foster a technology‑empowered, people‑driven, future‑ready culture where agility, innovation, and collaboration shape how we work every day.

When You Join VHB, You’ll Find

• Meaningful work on complex projects with real community impact.
• A collaborative, inclusive culture that values curiosity and shared success.
• Support to grow your skills and lead through change.
• Learning and development supported by evolving tools and technologies, including AI.
• Best‑in‑class benefits and a flexible, hybrid work environment.

We’re growing across the East Coast and are consistently recognized as a great place to work. Ready to shape what’s next? Learn more about what sets our employee experience apart and connect with us.

VHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported by deep‑rooted core values, one of which is diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.