Project Manager - Philo Development – Land Development and Vertical Construction

Philo Development; Pleasant Grove (UT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive standard suite of benefits

Job summary

Philo Development seeks a Project Manager to oversee land development projects in Utah County. This role requires managing construction, public relations, and budgets while coordinating with contractors and local officials.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience in construction management and a relevant degree. A competitive salary range of $90,000 – $120,000 DOE, along with standard benefits, is offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of direct experience in land development or construction management.
• Strong understanding of land development processes, architectural and civil plans.
• Proven leadership skills with high attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day construction and public relations for multiple projects.
• Oversee contractors to ensure quality and safety in work completion.
• Drive and maintain the project schedule for on-time delivery.

Skills

Construction management

Land development

Strong communication skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Urban Planning, or related field

Job description

Project Manager - Philo Development – Land Development and Vertical Construction

Company: Philo Development
Location: Utah County
Reports to: Vice President of Land Development Operations
Salary Range: $90,000 – $120,000 DOE + standard benefits

About Philo Development

Philo Development is a Utah-based land development firm dedicated to creating high-quality, sustainable communities across the state. We have many projects around the mountain west and are seeking a project manager for these projects.

Position Summary

The Project Manager will oversee all aspects of these ongoing and new projects — including construction management, budgeting, scheduling, public relations, and coordination with local officials and contractors. The ideal candidate is an experienced leader in land development and vertical renovations who combines technical expertise with strong communication and leadership skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day construction, public relations, and coordination for multiple projects.
• Oversee contractors in the field to ensure work is completed safely, per plan, and to the highest quality standards.
• Own and manage construction and operational budgets for the project.
• Drive and maintain the project schedule to ensure on-time delivery of project parameters.
• Review contracts, pay requests, and assist in setting and maintaining project budgets.

Qualifications & Skills

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of direct experience in land development, construction management, or a related field (10+ years preferred).

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Urban Planning, Business, or a related field — or 10 years of equivalent professional experience.

Technical Expertise:

• Strong understanding of land development, architectural and civil plans, entitlements, zoning, permitting, and utilities (municipal and private).
• Familiarity with real estate transactions and local political processes.

Leadership & Personal Attributes:

• Proven leadership and organizational skills with high attention to detail.
• Strong sense of urgency and ability to resolve issues swiftly and effectively.
• Excellent verbal, written, and electronic communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and coordinate diverse stakeholders.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $90,000 – $120,000 DOE
• Benefits: Competitive, standard suite of company benefits