Senior Civil Land Development Project Manager

CAGE Engineering; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision coverage

Wellness support

Flexible time off

Paid parental leave

Sabbatical after 5 years

7 paid holidays + floating holiday

401(k) with company match

Life and disability insurance

Employee discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

CAGE Engineering seeks a seasoned Project Manager - Land Development to oversee high‑impact civil land development projects in the Charlotte area. You will lead design, schedules, and budgets, while mentoring staff and strengthening client relationships to deliver profitable outcomes.

The role emphasizes leadership, strategic thinking, and a hands-on approach. A PE is preferred but not required; the company offers a competitive compensation package and a people‑first culture in a growing market.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field
• 7+ years of experience in civil land development
• PE license preferred (but not required)
• Proven success as a project engineer or project manager with strong technical skills
• Ability to delegate tasks effectively and manage teams independently
• Strong communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Track record of managing profitable projects and satisfied clients

Responsibilities

• Lead civil engineering project teams, ensuring high performance in design production, internal coordination, and client satisfaction.
• Own project scope, schedules, and budgets while delivering profitable results.
• Mentor and develop team members by identifying strengths and removing roadblocks to success.
• Collaborate with clients to build long-term relationships and ensure repeat business.
• Prepare proposals, negotiate contracts, and clearly define deliverables.
• Reinforce CAGE's brand promises through consistent, high-quality project delivery.

Skills

Civil engineering

Project leadership

Budget management

Client relationships

Mentoring teams

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

PE license preferred

Job description

CAGE Engineering seeks a seasoned Project Manager - Land Development to oversee high‑impact civil land development projects in the Charlotte area. You will lead design, schedules, and budgets, while mentoring staff and strengthening client relationships to deliver profitable outcomes.

The role emphasizes leadership, strategic thinking, and a hands-on approach. A PE is preferred but not required; the company offers a competitive compensation package and a people‑first culture in a growing market.