Principal, Land Development — Lead Growth & Client Impact

LVI Associates; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

LVI Associates in Houston is seeking a Principal - Land Development to drive growth, mentor teams, and lead complex site development projects from concept to completion.

You will collaborate with a leadership team to win new business, manage client relationships, and deliver high-quality civil engineering solutions across residential, mixed-use, and public sectors. This role offers strategic influence and a clear pathway for leadership.

Qualifications

• PE licence required.
• 10+ years of land development or site civil experience.
• Experience managing projects and client relationships.
• Demonstrated leadership experience overseeing technical teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead land development projects from concept through construction.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, developers, builders, and stakeholders.
• Drive business development initiatives and cultivate new client relationships.
• Manage project delivery, budgets, schedules, and profitability.
• Mentor and develop engineers, project managers, and technical staff.
• Provide technical oversight for grading, drainage, utilities, stormwater management, and site development projects.
• Support recruiting, succession planning, and team growth initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Client relationships

Business development

Team mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

LVI Associates in Houston is seeking a Principal - Land Development to drive growth, mentor teams, and lead complex site development projects from concept to completion.

You will collaborate with a leadership team to win new business, manage client relationships, and deliver high-quality civil engineering solutions across residential, mixed-use, and public sectors. This role offers strategic influence and a clear pathway for leadership.