Project Manager - Land Development

Bourn Companies; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Bourn Companies is seeking a Project Manager – Land Development in the Tucson, AZ area to guide horizontal development from due diligence through turnover. You will manage contractors, engineers, and design consultants, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and per company standards.

The role blends civil construction expertise with disciplined project management to deliver build-ready sites supporting vertical construction across multiple product types.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in construction or project management with land development or civil/sitework focus
• Experience coordinating with municipalities, utility providers, and consultants
• Proficiency with scheduling and project management tools (e.g., MS Project)
• Strong understanding of permitting and inspections processes
• Willingness to be onsite regularly and travel as needed

Responsibilities

• Lead execution of land development activities including grading, utilities, stormwater and roadway infrastructure
• Serve as on-site representative, overseeing contractors and subcontractors
• Monitor contractor performance, schedules and milestones
• Coordinate sitework sequencing to support overall timelines for land and vertical construction
• Review plans for constructability and company standards
• Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders and field issues
• Support budgets, forecasts and financial tracking including pay apps
• Lead construction meetings and coordination with engineers, surveyors and utilities
• Coordinate permits, inspections, and approvals with municipalities and agencies
• Ensure safety and regulatory compliance and provide project updates to stakeholders
• Support closeout activities including as-builts and turnover
• Identify design conflicts and potential schedule impacts early and drive resolution

Skills

Civil/site development knowledge

Read and interpret civil plans

Budgeting & forecasting

Project management

Clear written and verbal communication

Contract administration

Risk identification & problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Tools

MS Project or similar

Job description

Drive infrastructure. Deliver the foundation. Shape what comes next.

As a Project Manager – Land Development at Bourn Companies, you will lead the execution of horizontal development from due diligence and civil design through permitting, construction, and turnover , that enables our larger mixed-use projects to come to life. Acting as the owner’s representative, you will oversee contractors, engineers and design consultants, coordinate across internal teams, and ensure land development projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and aligned with Company standards.

This role blends strong civil/site construction expertise with disciplined project management—focused on delivering fully prepared, build-ready sites that support vertical construction and long-term project success.

About Bourn Companies

For over 36 years, Bourn Companies has transformed communities through more than 6 million square feet of projects across the Southwest. Our portfolio of thoughtful, integrated developments brings together residential, office, retail, hospitality, and entertainment into environments that inspire connection and elevate lifestyle.

Our culture is entrepreneurial, innovative, and collaborative—where each team member plays a meaningful role in shaping impactful developments.

The Team

The Land Project Management function operates within the Development Services team and is responsible for executing horizontal infrastructure across large-scale developments.

In this role, you will partner closely with Development Principals, Construction leadership, and internal stakeholders to ensure land is delivered on time, on budget, and ready to support vertical construction across multiple product types.

What We Are Looking For

The ideal candidate thrives in technically complex, fast-paced environments and brings a balance of civil construction expertise, project management capability, and strong ownership mentality.

Skills

• Strong understanding of land development and civil/site construction (grading, utilities, drainage, roadways)
• Ability to read and interpret civil engineering plans and specifications
• Financial acumen in budgeting, cost tracking, and forecasting
• Strong project management, planning, and organizational skills
• Clear written and verbal communication across technical and non-technical teams
• Contract administration and change order management
• Risk identification and problem-solving

Characteristics:

• High ownership, accountability, and initiative
• Detail-oriented with strong technical awareness
• Team-oriented with a collaborative mindset
• Proactive and solutions-driven
• Ability to perform under tight timelines and changing conditions

How You’ll Spend Your Time Here

• Lead execution of land development activities, including grading, utilities, stormwater systems, and roadway infrastructure
• Serve as the Company’s on-site representative, overseeing contractors and subcontractors
• Monitor contractor performance, schedules, and milestones to ensure alignment with project goals
• Coordinate sitework sequencing to support overall project and vertical construction timelines
• Review plans for constructability, compliance, and Company standards
• Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, and field issues
• Support project budgets, forecasts, and financial tracking, including pay applications
• Lead construction meetings, field walks, and coordination with civil engineers, surveyors, geotechnical and environmental consultants, contractors, utilities, municipalities, and internal teams
• Coordinate with municipalities, inspectors, and utility providers for permits, inspections, and approvals
• Coordinate entitlement, permitting, plan review, and agency approval processes with applicable jurisdictions and project consultants
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards
• Provide clear project updates and reporting to internal stakeholders
• Support project closeout, including as-builts, inspections, turnover, and documentation
• Identify design conflicts, infrastructure constraints, utility challenges, and potential schedule impacts early and drive issues toward resolution

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in construction or project management, with a focus on land development or civil/sitework projects preferably across commercial or mixed-use projects
• Experience coordinating with municipalities, utility providers, and consultants
• Proficiency with construction scheduling and project management tools (e.g., MS Project or similar)
• Strong understanding of permitting, inspections, and infrastructure turnover processes
• Willingness to be onsite regularly and travel to project locations as needed

Why Join Bourn Companies

At Bourn, you won’t just manage projects—you’ll help create the foundation for entire communities.

• Exposure to large-scale, high-impact land development projects
• A collaborative, entrepreneurial environment with real ownership
• Clear pathways for growth into broader development and construction leadership roles
• A culture that values performance, accountability, and teamwork

Our competitive salary and benefits package reflects our commitment to supporting and rewarding our team.

Bourn Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer