Sr. Director - Land Development
Lja
Lead and manage land development projects, strategy, business development and team.
17 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Charleston, SC
Hybrid
Company Size
800 Employees
Service Specialisms
Public Infrastructure
Land Development
Transportation
Water Resources
Energy Services
Rail Services
Surveying
Construction Engineering & Inspection
Sector Specialisms
Public Works
Land Development
Transportation
Rail Services
Energy
Environmental
Surveying
Civil & Site Engineering
Role
What you would be doing
scope development
budget management
schedule planning
project execution
system planning
report preparation
- Attend functions outside of normal business hours to represent LJA at various events / seminars / workshops.
- Developing scope, budget, and schedule.
- Managing design team's performance on assigned projects.
- Reviews and recommends payment for damage claims against the company to ensure company position is consistent and legally defensible.
- Leading and managing the execution of land development projects.
- Assist in the development of intermediate and long-range plans for systems operation, maintenance, and expansion to ensure adequate services to Clients.
- Meeting with existing and potential clients in the development community for business development purposes.
- Building relationships and growing business in the Land Development sector.
- Assist in the development of business by marketing to existing clients and as well identifying and marketing to new clients.
- Reviews major work orders. Approves and justifies construction budgets and operations budgets.
- Prepares reports for and advises senior management on a regular basis regarding the activities of the department.
What you bring
communication
software proficiency
management
bachelor's
p.e. license
land development
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency in appropriate software for the market
- 5+ year’s managerial experience
- Bachelor’s Degree Required
- Excellent attention to detail and impeccable work ethic
- P.E. License
- 12+ years of experience in Land Development engineering
- Career Growth: Great internal mobility opportunities to advance your career.
- Family Support: Paid maternity and parental leave to help you focus on what matters most.
- Professional Development: Memberships to industry organizations to keep you connected and growing.
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Our culture champions continuous learning and personal growth
- Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets. Along with mental health support.
- Generous Time Off: PTO, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Year’s.
- Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, bring your kid to work day, etc.
- Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and in-house courses provided by our Learning and Development team.
- Community Impact: Company-sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.
- Flexible Work Options: Schedules to help you balance life and work.
- Referral Bonuses: Know great talent? Get rewarded for helping us grow.
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Company
Overview
Founded 1972
Year Established
The company has been providing engineering and consulting services since its inception.
800+ Employees
Team Size
LJA Engineering operates with a team of over 800 skilled professionals driving innovative solutions.
- LJA has built a reputation as a leading provider of engineering, planning, and consulting services.
- The company offers innovative solutions across multiple sectors, including transportation, water resources, and land development.
- LJA takes on complex projects, ranging from large-scale infrastructure to community-focused initiatives.
- LJA's work is diverse, from designing efficient transportation systems to revitalizing water resources for sustainable communities.
- Their portfolio includes impactful projects for municipal governments, private developers, and energy firms.
- Collaboration – We work together, across teams and locations, to bring out the best in each other.
- Ingenuity – We challenge ourselves to think outside the box and create solutions that drive success.
- Work‑Life Balance – We believe that caring for our people means supporting their well‑being inside and outside of work.
- Opportunities to Grow – We provide professional development, mentorship, and career advancement paths for our employee‑owners.
- “Work hard and play harder. We genuinely like our co‑workers, and this shows in everything we do.”
20% Yearly Vesting
ESOP Contributions
Employee Stock Ownership Plan contributions vest 20% annually, with full vesting after five years.
№1 Ranked Workplace
USA Today's Top Workplace
Recognized as the #1 Top Workplace in the USA by USA Today based on employee-owner feedback.
- LinkedIn does not publicly list explicit DEI goals or gender breakdowns.
- Measurable gender-related statistics or strategic DEI targets are not disclosed.
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