Technical Manager - Land Development

Fuscoe Engineering, Inc; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership (ESOP)

401(k) with match and bonuses

Hybrid schedule after 90 days

Paid time off and holidays

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Fuscoe Engineering, Inc. in Los Angeles seeks a Technical Manager to lead civil engineering design and technical services for land development.

The role emphasizes ownership of project quality, mentoring staff, and shaping technical processes from entitlements through construction. You will drive design excellence, provide strategic direction, and collaborate with a skilled team to deliver integrated solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with at least 6 years' design experience.
• Minimum 3 years as central design figure, mentor, and project lead.
• Strong decision-making, communication, and leadership for land development projects.
• EIT certification is required; PE preferred.
• Ability to manage a land development project from entitlements through construction.

Responsibilities

• Serve as technical strategist for land/site development and related projects.
• Provide technical leadership by developing processes and methodologies.
• Mentor staff through knowledge transfer and advanced learning.
• Manage team members including task delegation and performance reviews.
• Participate in QA/QC reviews of engineering deliverables.

Skills

Civil design leadership

Mentor staff

Project management

Technical guidance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

EIT certification

PE certification preferred

Job description

In 1992, Pat Fuscoe founded Fuscoe Engineering with a vision: create a civil engineering firm where people truly thrive. Built on collaboration, shared success, and innovation, Fuscoe has grown into a 100% employee-owned company with 225 employee-owners across six California offices. Today, our services span Survey & Mapping, Stormwater Management & Water Quality, and Geospatial Technology.

At Fuscoe, ownership isn’t just about stock—it’s about pride, accountability, and opportunity. When the firm succeeds, we all succeed. Our culture emphasizes mentorship, continuous learning, and open communication. You’ll always know where the firm is headed, and how you fit into that journey.

We are seeking a Technical Manager to support our Los Angeles office.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• You’ll contribute to exciting land development projects that shape communities.
• You’ll be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team that values innovation, balance, and fun.
• Our employees are known for their strong technical design skills and being well versed in all phases of land development.

What You’ll Do as a Technical Manager:

• Serve as technical strategist for civil engineering and technical specialties for a given land/site development, water resources, or survey related project.
• Provide technical leadership by developing and refining technical processes and methodologies.
• Advance technical capabilities by developing and mentoring staff through facilitating knowledge transfer and advanced technical learning.
• Manages team members to include task delegation, conducting/participation in staff reviews, and other supervisory related tasks.
• Actively participate in the organization’s QA/QC processes by conducting thorough technical reviews of engineering deliverables and mentoring staff in quality standards and procedures.

What We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor's degree (B.S.) in Civil Engineering or equivalent discipline from a four-year college or university and civil engineering design experience of at least 6 years.
• At least 3 years of experience serving as the central design figure, mentor to employees, and lead for overseeing technical aspects of projects.
• Excellent decision-making, communication, leadership, technical skills, and ability to manage a land development project from start to finish (entitlements through construction support).
• EIT certification required
• PE certification preferred
• A motivated, curious problem-solver who works well independently and on a team.

Perks & Benefits That Set Us Apart:

• 100% Employee-Owned: Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
• 401(k) with company match + discretionary bonuses
• Flexible schedule: Half-day Fridays and hybrid work after 90 days
• Company-wide holiday closure (Christmas Eve – New Year’s!)
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision + FSA options
• Life/AD&D/LTD coverage
• Paid time off and holidays
• Professional development support (training, mentorship, and more)

Join Us. Grow With Us. Own Your Future.
If you’re eager to learn, motivated to make an impact, and excited to be part of something bigger than yourself, Fuscoe Engineering is the place for you.

Fuscoe is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We participate in E-Verify.

Fuscoe will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Fuscoe is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating or rehabilitative evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background check report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act/.