Sr. Project Manager - Land Development

Kimley-Horn - Southfield, MI

Full-time - Senior

Southfield, MI

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

Kimley-Horn is seeking a motivated Senior Project Manager to lead and expand our Land Development practice in Southfield, MI. This role involves managing a team, building client relationships, and overseeing land development projects with a focus on integrity and sound business principles. The successful candidate will have significant autonomy to direct and grow their business, with opportunities for advancement and a rewarding bonus program.

Responsibilities

• Lead a Land Development team while building and managing relationships with key clients.
• Operate with integrity and sound business principles.
• Provide vision, business planning, and strategy.
• Establish goals and maintain positive client relationships.
• Communicate openly with partners and team members.
• Grow and lead the land development practice.
• Manage projects profitably and transition work to qualified staff.
• Mentor and grow staff while acting as a positive leader.

Requirements

• 8+ years of relevant experience managing land development projects.
• Registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) license.
• Extensive client contacts and relationships with local architects, developers, land use attorneys, planners, and/or land owners.
• Strong technical skills with AutoCAD Civil3D.
• Business development and marketing experience, including writing proposals, scopes of work, and budgeting for projected work.
• Ability to effectively communicate positively at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to manage and mentor staff, and direct resources effectively.

Benefits

• Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to-1 company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation and additional profit-sharing contribution.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Generous personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
• Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
• Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
• Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.