TEAM LEAD – LAND DEVELOPMENT

Blackline Engineering, LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Blackline Engineering, LLC is looking for a Land Development Team Lead in Houston, Texas. This position involves overseeing land development projects from concept through construction while managing client relationships and mentoring a team of engineers.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and a Texas PE license, along with extensive experience in land development engineering and project management. Strong leadership skills and the ability to guide technical design are essential.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in land development engineering and project management is preferred.
• 7+ years of leadership or supervisory experience required.
• Strong understanding of local development regulations and agency requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate land development engineering projects of varying sizes.
• Serve as primary client contact and maintain strong relationships.
• Supervise and mentor project managers, engineers, and designers.

Skills

Client management

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Licensed Professional Engineer in Texas

Tools

ArcGIS

H&H modeling software (HEC-RAS, XPSWMM, StormCAD)

Job description

The Land Development Team Lead will serve as both a strategic client manager and an internal team leader, responsible for overseeing the successful delivery of land development projects from concept through construction. This individual will lead and mentor a team of engineers and technical staff, ensuring high-quality work, efficient project execution, and strong client relationships. The Team Lead will also play a key role in business development and operational leadership within the firm.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and coordinate land development engineering projects of varying size and complexity
• Serve as primary point of contact for clients while maintaining strong relationships and anticipating client needs
• Supervise and mentor project managers, engineers, EITs, and designers
• Develop and oversee project scopes, schedules, budgets, and staffing plans
• Prepare proposals, scopes of work, and fee estimates
• Guide technical design direction and ensure compliance with agency regulations and company standards
• Review and approve engineering plans, calculations, and reports; sign and seal as appropriate
• Coordinate with agencies, utility districts, contractors, and subconsultants
• Support business development efforts and strategic planning initiatives for the land development group
• Foster a collaborative and high-performing team culture focused on accountability and growth

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering
• Licensed Professional Engineer in Texas
• Preferably 12+ years of experience in land development engineering and project management
• Minimum 7+ years of leadership or supervisory experience
• Strong client management and communication skills
• Strong understanding of local development regulations and agency requirements
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and technical writing ability

Software

• ArcGIS – Preferred
• H&H modeling software (HEC-RAS, XPSWMM, StormCAD) – Preferred