Project Manager (Engineering/Land Development

Kelaca is partnering with a leading engineering and land development firm to find a Project Manager (Engineering/Land Development) in Raleigh, NC. Our client’s expert design team, supported by a top-tier surveying staff, delivers innovative and sustainable solutions for land planning, permitting, stormwater management, development, and land use. They design residential communities, retail centers, parks, schools, industrial sites, manufacturing hubs, and commercial spaces, balancing today’s demands with a long-term vision for the future.

Position Details

Full-time | Monday–Friday (8:00 AM – 5:00 PM)

What You’ll Do

Manage and oversee the design and permitting of commercial and residential land development projects, including water, sewer, grading, erosion control, and storm drainage.
Serve as the primary contact for clients, ensuring strong relationships and effective communication.
Lead project teams, coordinating efforts across disciplines to ensure successful project execution.
Monitor project budgets, schedules, and progress, ensuring timely completion within scope.
Conduct preliminary evaluations, prepare reports, write proposals, produce design drawings, and develop technical specifications.
Handle permit submittals and regulatory compliance for civil engineering projects.
Indirectly manage a multi-disciplinary team as the project lead.

What You Bring

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering.
Preferred NC PE license or the ability to obtain one quickly through reciprocity.
5–10 years of experience in land (site) development with a strong track record of project performance.
Valid driver’s license and an acceptable motor vehicle record.

Preferred Experience & Skills

Strong people skills with the ability to build and maintain client relationships.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
A business-minded approach with strong negotiation and client management abilities.
Results-oriented, decisive, and proactive—able to drive projects forward effectively.

Why Join?

This is an opportunity to lead impactful projects, collaborate with a highly skilled team, and make a lasting impact in land development. If you’re a proactive and driven project manager who thrives in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you!

Apply Today!

Apply to Kelaca today so we can schedule a conversation and discuss this exciting opportunity further.

Kelaca is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment based on: age, disability, national origin, race, color, religion, protected veteran status, genetic information, gender, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or other non-merit factor.