Senior Project Manager – Residential Land Development

BGE Inc. Campus Recruiting; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k Match

Medical/Dental/Vision

Paid Holidays

Unlimited Sick Days

Mentorship Program

Employee Referral

Job summary

BGE, Inc. is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead residential land development from concept through construction, building lasting client relationships and mentoring a growing team.

Join a privately owned firm with a collaborative culture, flexible project management, and opportunities to expand our Land Development practice while delivering high‑quality designs and successful project outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in the State of Texas.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in residential land development engineering.
• 4+ years of project management experience leading multidisciplinary project teams.
• Proficiency with Civil 3D, AutoCAD, HEC-HMS, StormCAD and related software.

Responsibilities

• Lead residential land development projects from concept through construction.
• Direct a team of Project Managers, Engineers, EITs, and Designers in the preparation of plans, specifications, and construction documents.
• Oversee the design and development of single-family subdivisions, master-planned communities, and residential site development projects.
• Serve as the primary contact for clients, municipalities, utility districts, and project stakeholders.
• Build and maintain long-term client relationships while identifying opportunities for additional services and growth.
• Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, profitability, invoicing, and overall performance.
• Provide technical guidance, quality control oversight, and mentorship to engineering staff.
• Support business development activities including networking, proposals, client meetings, and market expansion.
• Foster a high-performing team culture focused on collaboration and professional development.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to high quality standards.

Skills

Project leadership

Client relations

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (P.E.) license (TX)

Tools

Civil 3D

AutoCAD

HEC-HMS

StormCAD

Job description

Your future begins here! BGE, Inc . is a nationwide civil engineering consulting firm offering diverse career opportunities in a wide range of disciplines for public and private infrastructure projects. Our employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes outstanding health care, generous 401(k) match, professional career resources, and highly competitive work-life balance programs, including personal-time allowances, dependent care, and flexible Fridays.

In addition, BGE provides unlimited sick leave, floating holidays, and robust career growth guidance, including organization-wide leadership and mentorship programs to help you build connections and shape your career. BGE goes beyond competitive benefits to attract and retain the best in an environment that inspires excellence.

Position Summary

Join a growing, privately owned engineering firm where your expertise, leadership, and entrepreneurial mindset can directly influence the future of our Land Development practice.

As a Senior Project Manager, you will lead the planning, design, and delivery of residential land development projects ranging from single-family subdivisions to large-scale master-planned communities. This role offers the opportunity to build lasting client relationships, mentor and develop engineering talent, and play a key role in growing both a team and business line.

We believe great engineers deserve more than just great projects. That’s why we foster a collaborative culture that values work-life balance, professional growth, leadership development, and long-term career advancement. You’ll have the support of an established team, the flexibility to manage your projects effectively, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a privately owned organization where decisions are made locally and success is shared.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead and manage residential land development projects from concept through construction.

• Direct a team of Project Managers, Engineers, EITs, and Designers in the preparation of plans, specifications, and construction documents.

• Oversee the design and development of:

  • Single-family subdivisions
  • Master-planned communities
  • Residential site development projects
  • Paving, grading, drainage, water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, municipalities, utility districts, and project stakeholders.

• Build, maintain, and strengthen long-term client relationships while identifying opportunities for additional services and business growth.

• Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, profitability, invoicing, and overall project performance.

• Provide technical guidance, quality control oversight, and mentorship to engineering staff.

• Support business development activities, including networking, proposal preparation, client meetings, and market expansion efforts.

• Foster a high-performing team culture focused on collaboration, accountability, and professional development.

• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Requirements & Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.

• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in the State of Texas.

• 8+ years of progressive experience in residential land development engineering.

• 4+ years of project management experience with demonstrated success leading multidisciplinary project teams.

• Strong experience with:

  • Single-family residential developments
  • Subdivision design
  • Master-planned communities
  • Paving, grading, drainage, water distribution, sanitary sewer, and stormwater systems

• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, budgets, schedules, and client expectations.

• Experience building and maintaining client relationships.

• Excellent leadership, communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

• Proficiency with Civil 3D, AutoCAD, HEC-HMS, StormCAD, and related engineering software.

Preferred

• Experience working with municipalities, counties, utility providers, and regulatory agencies.
• MUD, PID, Municipal Utility District, or development district experience.
• Established relationships within the Texas residential development market.
• Demonstrated business development experience and the ability to expand client relationships.
• Experience mentoring and developing junior engineering staff.
• Manage existing client relationships and develop/seek out new business opportunities with new clients.
• Responsible for project management reporting and client invoicing.
• Responsible for performance management of team and ensuring high quality work is performed.

Some of our Benefits:

• 401k Match: 100% up to 4% of your contributions with immediate vesting + 3% Safe Harbor Contribution with immediate vesting
• Merit-Based Bonus Compensation
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance; BGE contributes to HSA on eligible plans
• 9 paid Holidays, including 3 Floating holidays
• Personal Time Allowances
• 2 to 4 weeks of Vacation, depending on experience-level. Unused vacation carries over to the next year.
• "Unlimited" Sick Days.
• Mentorship Program - Provides you with the opportunity to learn and receive guidance from seasoned professionals.
• Employee Referral Program that pays you for bringing great people into the BGE family

BGE is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We prohibit discrimination and all employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, Vietnam Era Veteran Status, Disabled Veteran Status, or any other classification protected by federal, state or local laws.

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