Practice Leader - Land / Site Development

Precision Recruiters; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with merit-based bonus potential

Unlimited sick leave

3% Safe Harbor contribution

4% 401(k) match with immediate vesting

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

9 paid holidays

Generous PTO with 240-hour vacation carryover

Formal mentorship program

Employee referral bonuses

Job summary

A civil engineering firm in Fort Worth is seeking a Practice Leader – Land/Site Development to oversee site development projects across various sectors. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience, including project management, strong technical skills in relevant tools, and a collaborative leadership style. This full-time role comes with competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including a merit-based bonus and retirement contributions.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in site development (commercial, industrial, multi-family).
• 5+ years of project management experience.
• Experience working with municipalities, cities, or counties (preferred).
• MUD District experience (preferred).
• Strong proficiency with Civil 3D, AutoCAD, HEC-HMS, StormCAD or similar tools.

Responsibilities

• Leading a team of project managers, engineers, and designers to deliver top-tier site development projects.
• Managing design and production of plans/specs for multi-family, commercial/retail, and industrial developments.
• Acting as the primary point of contact for clients.
• Maintaining and growing client relationships while seeking out new business opportunities.
• Overseeing project management reporting and ensuring timely, accurate client invoicing.
• Managing team performance and ensuring high-quality deliverables.
• Guiding team members with mentorship, technical support, and leadership.

Skills

Strong technical skills with Civil 3D

Strong technical skills with AutoCAD

Strong technical skills with HEC-HMS

Strong technical skills with StormCAD

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Collaborative, mentorship-oriented mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Texas

Tools

Civil 3D

AutoCAD

HEC-HMS

StormCAD

Job description

Practice Leader – Land/Site Development

About the Opportunity

Tired of the same old project grind? Ready to step into a leadership role where you can shape the direction of high-profile commercial, multi-family, and industrial site development projects? This is your chance to lead a talented team, drive client relationships, and take ownership of complex work that makes a visible impact on the communities around you.

We’re working with a highly respected civil engineering firm to find a Practice Leader – Land/Site Development for their growing Fort Worth team. If you're a seasoned civil engineer with a passion for mentoring others and delivering best-in‑class site development projects, this is the place to take your career to the next level.

What You’ll Do

In this role, you’ll have both technical and business leadership responsibilities, including:

• Leading a team of project managers, engineers, and designers to deliver top‑tier site development projects.
• Managing design and production of plans/specs for multi‑family, commercial/retail, and industrial developments, including:
  • Paving.
  • Grading.
  • Drainage.
  • Water and sanitary sewer systems.
  • Storm sewer and other site infrastructure.
• Acting as the primary point of contact for clients.
• Maintaining and growing client relationships while seeking out new business opportunities.
• Overseeing project management reporting and ensuring timely, accurate client invoicing.
• Managing team performance and ensuring high‑quality deliverables.
• Guiding team members with mentorship, technical support, and leadership.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Texas.
• 10+ years of experience in site development (commercial, industrial, multi‑family).
• 5+ years of project management experience.
• Strong technical skills with Civil 3D, AutoCAD, HEC-HMS, StormCAD, or similar tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience working with municipalities, cities, or counties (preferred).
• MUD District experience (preferred).
• A collaborative, mentorship‑oriented mindset.

Why Join This Team?

• Make an immediate impact in a leadership role.
• Work on diverse, high-profile site development projects.
• Lead a team that values quality, integrity, and community impact.
• Build lasting client relationships without the red tape of a large corporate structure.

Compensation & Benefits

This full‑time leadership role offers an outstanding package, including:

• Competitive salary with merit‑based bonus potential.
• Unlimited sick leave.
• 3% Safe Harbor contribution plus 4% 401(k) match with immediate vesting.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
• 9 paid holidays.
• Generous PTO with 240‑hour vacation carryover.
• Personal time allowances for appointments, family care, and dependent care.
• Formal mentorship program with opportunities to both learn and lead.
• Employee referral bonuses for bringing top talent to the team.

Please Note:

• Applicants must reside in the U.S.; no sponsorships are available for this role.

Ready to lead a team that's committed to doing things the right way—while delivering work that stands out? Apply today and learn how you can make a lasting impact.