Senior Project Manager – Land Development

Pape-Dawson

Senior Project Manager at Pape-Dawson leading land development projects in Florida's Emerald Coast. Overseeing project design, client communication, and permitting for substantial developments.

Posted 7/30/2026full-timeMiramar Beach • Florida • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management, client relationship development, and team leadership within civil engineering, particularly in land development projects. Holds a Professional Engineer (P.E.) license and possesses extensive knowledge of design and construction practices.

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Project ManagementClient Relationship DevelopmentTeam LeadershipCivil EngineeringLand Development

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Hard Skills

Project EstimationDesign PracticesConstruction PracticesLand DevelopmentProposal PreparationPermittingTechnical Task ManagementBudget CoordinationSchedule CoordinationProfessional Development

Soft Skills

MentoringEffective CommunicationCollaborationAdaptabilityCommunity Engagement

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Engineer (P.E.) License

Industry Keywords

Civil EngineeringLand Development ProjectsPanhandle MarketPublic Agency CoordinationCivic Organizations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and mentor a dynamic group of technical professionals - engineers and technicians - to serve our clients well
Prepare proposals and client agreements
Develop trusting professional relationships with clients, public agency officials and community leaders
Be respectful of client timelines through effective coordination of project tasks, budgets, and schedules
Champion the professional development of each member of a project team according to each member’s individual goals and career path
Lead and actively participate in the design, plan production and permitting for land development projects
Participate in the development of company design and production standards to continue excellence within our technical expertise
Be open to new ways of accomplishing goals
Seek guidance from other leaders; be open to suggestions in various aspects of project management
Give back to our community by actively participating in professional associations and civic organizations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering (or related engineering discipline where applicable) from an ABET-accredited program.
Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in the state of Florida
10+ years' experience managing substantial projects from conception to completion including estimating costs of technical tasks in land development.
Experience in panhandle market highly preferred
Extensive knowledge of design and construction practices which, by passing on that knowledge to others, will aid in your success
Proven experience and willingness to identify new opportunities with existing clients as well as having the confidence and ability to develop new client partnerships

Benefits

Comp & perks

World-class benefits
Commitment to overall wellbeing