Senior Land Development Program Manager

KCI Technologies, Inc.; Sparks Corner (MD); On-site; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

KCI Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Senior Project Manager for land development engineering to join our team in Sparks, MD. The role requires leading design projects, managing a team, and delivering on budgets and schedules.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in an AEC-related field with 6+ years of experience (or 10 years equivalent). PE licensure is required, and the project portfolio may include residential, commercial, and industrial developments with permitting responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in related field (AEC) and minimum of 6 years of related professional experience, or 10 years of equivalent professional experience.
• Experience should include a track record of expanding project management duties.
• Proven experience in project management roles, with focus on managing larger-scale projects or programs.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with clients, team members, and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in project management software and tools with ability to develop and maintain comprehensive project plans and documentation.
• Knowledge of industry standards and best practices related to project management, quality assurance, and safety protocols.
• Effective problem-solving skills with ability to identify issues and implement solutions in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong negotiation skills to manage contracts, scope changes, and stakeholder agreements effectively.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles to manage project budgets, financial reporting, and resource allocation.

Responsibilities

• Manage design projects and demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Grow and lead a design team; provide mentorship and supervision.
• Prepare detailed design of land development projects (residential, commercial, industrial).
• Ensure compliance with land use regulations and permitting; Florida experience preferred.
• Prepare written proposals and assemble teams to meet client criteria.
• Develop professional relationships and manage client expectations.
• Prepare permit applications and pursue approvals.
• Ensure schedules, budgets, and quality control standards are met.
• Provide expert testimony at public meetings and hearings when needed.
• Prepare contract documents suitable for bidding and manage contracts and billing.
• Monitor construction progress and quality; coordinate with junior staff.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Team leadership

Budgeting

Scheduling

MS Office

AutoCAD Civil 3D

MS Project

Education

Bachelor's degree (AEC)

Master's degree (AEC)

Tools

MS Outlook

Word

Excel

AutoCAD Civil 3D

MS Project

Job description

KCI Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Senior Project Manager for land development engineering to join our team in Sparks, MD. The role requires leading design projects, managing a team, and delivering on budgets and schedules.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in an AEC-related field with 6+ years of experience (or 10 years equivalent). PE licensure is required, and the project portfolio may include residential, commercial, and industrial developments with permitting responsibilities.