Project Manager (Land Development)

Kier + Wright; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision coverage for

401(k) and Profit Sharing

Paid Holidays

Generous PTO

Free office snacks

Job summary

Kier + Wright is seeking a Project Manager (Land Development) in Santa Clara, CA. You will lead projects from concept to construction, manage clients and the project team, and ensure deliverables meet expectations.

Responsibilities include planning, budgeting, scheduling, coordination with agencies, and mentoring junior staff. Requirements include a Civil Engineering degree, 5+ years in land development with PE or 8+ years without PE, and relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• 5+ years of land development experience with PE license OR 8+ years without PE license.
• Certifications such as QSP/QSD, PMP are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead project management tasks including initiation, planning, budgeting, scheduling, and team coordination.
• Manage contracts, proposals, and monthly billing with clients and subconsultants.
• Ensure QA/QC, permitting, regulatory compliance, and risk management across phases.
• Prepare civil plans, exhibits, and CAD models, and support entitlements and permitting.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineering License (PE)

PMP certification

QSP/QSD certification

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Bluebeam

Agtek

StormCAD

Hydrology/Hydraulic modeling software

Job description

PROJECT MANAGER (LAND DEVELOPMENT) - Santa Clara, CA

What we’re looking for?

The Project Manager serves as the lead for assigned land development projects. Working under the supervision of a senior manager, this role is responsible for not only the technical design but the management of the client, the project and the team, ensuring deliverables meet client expectations. The Project Manager 1 also facilitates coordination across disciplines, agencies, and clients, while supporting junior team members.

What you will do

Project Management

• Project Initiation & Planning
• Contract & Proposal Management
• Budget & Cost Management
• Schedule Management
• Team & Resource Management
• Client & Stakeholder Communication
• Quality Assurance & Control
• Permitting & Regulatory Compliance
• Risk Management
• Project Closeout

Technical

• Prepare civil engineering plans in AutoCAD Civil 3D from concept to construction documents.
• Produce technical exhibits for agency coordination or public presentations.
• Independently design site grading, drainage, utilities, and stormwater systems.
• Perform hydrology and hydraulic calculations, SWPPPs, and engineering reports.
• Support entitlement and permitting processes with technical documents and coordination.
• Ensure all designs comply with jurisdictional standards and environmental regulations.
• Participate in construction cost estimation and plan reviews.
• Develop and maintain detailed construction drawings, exhibits, and CAD models.
• Use modeling software for utility systems, water quality, and stormwater modeling.
• Implement QA/QC procedures throughout project phases
• Review deliverables for accuracy, consistency, and regulatory compliance

Coordination & Communication

• Contact for clients and subconsultants.
• Lead internal meetings to track progress and align team efforts.
• Support project team with timely responses to RFIs and permit comments.
• May coordinate with project lead or accounting on monthly billing

Leadership & Mentoring

• Manage internal task delegation, ensuring deadlines and quality expectations are met.
• Responsible for employee utilization targets
• Assist in performance evaluations and skill development plans.
• Mentor junior staff for career development.

Business Development & Marketing

• Build long term relationships with clients
• May participate in industry events and/or client interviews

Other duties as assigned

• Participate in all phases of project management, under the supervisor of an Associate/Principal. Executes low risk items with authority and escalates large risk and/or financial decisions.

What you have

EDUCATION + EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or an equivalent level of experience
• Additional Experience/License
  • 5+ years of experience land development w/ Professional Engineering License,
  • 8+ years of experience land development w/out a Professional Engineering License,
• Additional certifications a plus, e.g QSP/QSD, PMP
• General knowledge of computers, Microsoft office, Adobe, Internet, etc.
• Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D and Bluebeam, required. Additional software a plus, e.g. Agtek, StormCAD, Hydrology/hydraulic modeling software.
• Detailed understanding of civil engineering design workflows and permitting processes.
• Detailed understanding and production of Entitlements/Planning documents
• Detailed understanding of Topographic and boundary surveys
• Understanding of construction management

Physcial Requirements And/Or Working Conditions

• Prolonged periods of sitting (up to 8 hours a day for office staff)
• Interacting with technology (computer, cellphone, etc.)
• Ability to lift and/or carry items ( up to 20 lbs.)
• Prolonged periods of standing/walking (field checks)
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions (field checks)
• Occasional travel e.g. driving to offices, jobsites, client meetings, etc.

Why Join Us?

• Great culture – Team Collaboration, Innovative problem solving, Responsive to clients, Passionate about work
• Competitive Pay ($120,000 - $135,000 DOE + location)
• Medical, Dental and Vision 100% paid for by Kier & Wright for you + family
• 401(k) and Profit Sharing
• Paid Holidays
• Generous PTO
• Free office snacks
• Much more!