LJA · 2 weeks ago
Project Director - Land Development
Kansas City, MO
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
10+ years expLJA is an employee-owned company that offers a collaborative environment for professional growth. The Project Director will lead business development and strategic planning for the Land Development practice in the Kansas City region, focusing on client relationships and team leadership.
Civil Engineering
Responsibilities
Building relationships and growing the Land Development business in and around Kansas City, KS and MO, and beyond
Serving as a Brand Ambassador to strengthen and expand the LJA Land Development presence in the Kansas City Metro area
Leading a team of EITs, designers, and CAD draftsmen to produce construction plans, exhibits, reports, and other project deliverables
Developing intermediate and long-range strategic plans for the Land Development practice
Leading business development efforts by marketing to existing clients and identifying new opportunities
Supporting technical business development initiatives, including responses to RFPs and SOQs, presentation preparation, and inter-office coordination
Managing project team performance and ensuring quality assurance for all deliverables
Providing technical guidance and serving as the subject matter expert on Land Development projects
Offering expertise in collaborative delivery methodologies to both internal teams and external clients
Participating in quarterly Operations Meetings with Sector Leaders, the President, and the Business Solutions team
Actively engaging in professional associations and civic organizations to enhance LJA’s visibility within the Kansas City community
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited college or university
Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the States of Kansas and Missouri; additional state licensure preferred
10+ years of experience in Land Development planning and design
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
Proven ability to build and maintain strong client relationships
Experience in the Kansas City region
Preferred
5+ years of experience in a business development role
Experience providing strategic leadership for multi-office or regional teams
Familiarity with collaborative delivery methods and client engagement strategies
Benefits
Generous Time Off: PTO, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Year’s.
Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets. Along with mental health support.
Family Support: Paid maternity and parental leave to help you focus on what matters most.
Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and in-house courses provided by our Learning and Development team.
Referral Bonuses: Know great talent? Get rewarded for helping us grow.
Community Impact: Company-sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.
Professional Development: Memberships to industry organizations to keep you connected and growing.
Career Growth: Great internal mobility opportunities to advance your career.
Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, bring your kid to work day, etc.
Company
LJA
Employee-Owned. Client Focused. LJA is an employee-owned, full-service, comprehensive multi-disciplinary consulting firm.
1001-5000 employees
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