Land Development Project Manager - Harrisonburg / Staunton area
Land Development Project Manager
We are seeking an experienced Land Development Project Manager to lead a range of residential, commercial and mixed-use development projects across the Harrisonburg and Staunton area. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically capable professional who can manage projects from initial feasibility and planning through design, permitting, construction and completion.
You will coordinate multidisciplinary teams, consultants, contractors, local authorities and other stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with approved plans, budgets and schedules. The successful candidate will combine strong technical knowledge with commercial awareness, sound judgement and the ability to build effective working relationships.
Key responsibilities
- Manage land development projects from concept and due diligence through to final approval and close-out.
- Oversee civil engineering, grading, drainage, utility, roadway and site infrastructure design.
- Coordinate architects, engineers, surveyors, environmental consultants, contractors and regulatory agencies.
- Prepare and monitor project schedules, budgets, scopes of work and procurement activities.
- Lead planning, zoning, entitlement and permitting processes with relevant local authorities.
- Review technical drawings, reports, contracts, change orders and construction documentation.
- Identify project risks and implement practical solutions to maintain progress and quality.
- Attend site meetings, monitor construction activity and ensure compliance with approved plans and regulations.
- Provide clear project updates, financial reporting and recommendations to senior stakeholders.
About you
You will have proven experience managing land development, civil construction or related infrastructure projects, ideally within a consultancy, developer or contractor environment. A degree or equivalent qualification in civil engineering, construction management, land surveying, planning or a related discipline is desirable. Relevant professional certification or registration will be advantageous.
Strong knowledge of local development procedures, civil design principles, permitting requirements and construction practices is preferred. You should be confident interpreting technical documentation, managing competing priorities and negotiating with project partners. Excellent communication, organisation and problem-solving skills are essential, together with proficiency in common project management and design software.
A full driving licence and the ability to travel regularly to project sites across the Harrisonburg and Staunton area are required.
Land Development Project Manager - Harrisonburg / Staunton area
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