Senior Level Land Manager Jobs
Senior level land manager jobs put experienced professionals in charge of land acquisition strategy, rights-of-way programs, and the teams and negotiations that deliver results at scale. Openings are concentrated in Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Staffing & Recruiting, with a mix of field-based and office roles, and employers like BKF Engineers, VHB, and Ardurra hiring at this level now.
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The Assistant Project Manager will assist the Project Manager with technical and administrative direction, supervision of projects, aspects of project management, leadership, profitability, and client management for the project design team. Responsibilities include accountability to Project Manager in the areas of project management, financial performance, preparation of technical proposals and invoices, monitoring of project budgets, staff supervision, scheduling of key projects, and responsibility for the design tasks associated with civil engineering projects. The Assistant Project Manager will work within Autocad and alongside existing office staff and senior management to successfully complete projects within established budgets and deadlines.
Join our Civil/Site team and build your career alongside the best our industry has to offer. Whether facilitating a large warehousing complex, all-star sporting arena, residential development, or planning a mixed-use establishment in a downtown business district, joining Colliers Engineering & Design will accelerate YOUR success!
- Assist in preparation of effective work plans and man-hour budgets for approval by supervisor.
- Monitor time schedules and capital cost budgets on projects to satisfy client.
- Oversee the work and productivity on assigned projects.
- Strive to achieve predetermined goals for profit, productivity targets, and schedule of deliverables.
- Participate in or hold team meetings ensuring procedures governing the review and approval of projects are followed prior to submission of completed work.
- Negotiate with clients on any scope changes relative to project budgets and schedules subject to supervisor's approval.
- Ensure all project work is performed and completed in accordance with QA/QC standards, systems and procedures as designated for project.
- Coordinate and communicate effectively with all employees involved in the project to ensure high utilization rates (i.e. Project team meeting).
- Review monthly man-hour and cost reports to ensure projects are being completed at the pre-established goal.
- Assist with mentoring junior staff in learning sound technical and business practices and enhancing corporate objectives.
- Assist with the preparation for public hearings, meetings and any other presentations related to his/her projects.
- Works efficiently with the Billing Department to authorize and transmit bills to client. Follows up with clients for timely payments.
- Adhere to Health and Safety program and all applicable SOPs.
- May oversee the activities of assigned staff, including but not limited to timesheet review and approval, performance evaluation and daily supervision.
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
- 8+ years of Land Development Design.
- Experience in Residential, Commercial, & Industrial.
- PE preferred.
- Knowledge of local city, county and state land use processes and regulations.
- Proficiency in technical skills in stormwater management, hydraulics, hydrological analyses, grading and other site development related designs.
- Demonstrated Civil 3D skills with the ability to design site layouts concept through completion.
- Ability to interact well with coworkers, clients, and regulatory agencies.
- Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical and judgment capabilities.
- Ability to work independently, as well as, in a team environment.
- Construction oversight experience a plus.
- Dedicated, responsive, and organized.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.
The Assistant Project Manager will assist the Project Manager with technical and administrative direction, supervision of projects, aspects of project management, leadership, profitability, and client management for the project design team. Responsibilities include accountability to Project Manager in the areas of project management, financial performance, preparation of technical proposals and invoices, monitoring of project budgets, staff supervision, scheduling of key projects, and responsibility for the design tasks associated with civil engineering projects. The Assistant Project Manager will work within Autocad and alongside existing office staff and senior management to successfully complete projects within established budgets and deadlines.
Join our Civil/Site team and build your career alongside the best our industry has to offer. Whether facilitating a large warehousing complex, all-star sporting arena, residential development, or planning a mixed-use establishment in a downtown business district, joining Colliers Engineering & Design will accelerate YOUR success!
- Assist in preparation of effective work plans and man-hour budgets for approval by supervisor.
- Monitor time schedules and capital cost budgets on projects to satisfy client.
- Oversee the work and productivity on assigned projects.
- Strive to achieve predetermined goals for profit, productivity targets, and schedule of deliverables.
- Participate in or hold team meetings ensuring procedures governing the review and approval of projects are followed prior to submission of completed work.
- Negotiate with clients on any scope changes relative to project budgets and schedules subject to supervisor's approval.
- Ensure all project work is performed and completed in accordance with QA/QC standards, systems and procedures as designated for project.
- Coordinate and communicate effectively with all employees involved in the project to ensure high utilization rates (i.e. Project team meeting).
- Review monthly man-hour and cost reports to ensure projects are being completed at the pre-established goal.
- Assist with mentoring junior staff in learning sound technical and business practices and enhancing corporate objectives.
- Assist with the preparation for public hearings, meetings and any other presentations related to his/her projects.
- Works efficiently with the Billing Department to authorize and transmit bills to client. Follows up with clients for timely payments.
- Adhere to Health and Safety program and all applicable SOPs.
- May oversee the activities of assigned staff, including but not limited to timesheet review and approval, performance evaluation and daily supervision.
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
- 8+ years of Land Development Design.
- Experience in Residential, Commercial, & Industrial.
- PE preferred.
- Knowledge of local city, county and state land use processes and regulations.
- Proficiency in technical skills in stormwater management, hydraulics, hydrological analyses, grading and other site development related designs.
- Demonstrated Civil 3D skills with the ability to design site layouts concept through completion.
- Ability to interact well with coworkers, clients, and regulatory agencies.
- Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical and judgment capabilities.
- Ability to work independently, as well as, in a team environment.
- Construction oversight experience a plus.
- Dedicated, responsive, and organized.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.
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Senior Level Land Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level land manager job?
Employers hiring at the senior level look for candidates who have led complex acquisitions, managed consultants or junior staff, and closed deals with minimal supervision. A deep command of title research, lease negotiations, and regulatory compliance sets strong candidates apart. Demonstrating ownership of a portfolio or project outcome, rather than supporting one, is what moves a resume from mid-level consideration to senior-level shortlist.
Which companies hire senior level land managers?
Companies hiring senior level land managers right now include BKF Engineers, VHB, and Ardurra, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this experience level, hiring tends to come from energy producers, pipeline operators, utilities, and land services firms that need professionals who can lead programs independently rather than work under close direction.
Are there remote senior level land manager jobs?
Yes, though the role often requires fieldwork and site visits depending on the project. About 42% of senior level land manager openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting employer flexibility for professionals who can manage workloads and stakeholder relationships without daily on-site presence. Project phase and company type usually determine how much remote work is available.
What makes a land manager role senior level?
Senior level land manager roles are defined by autonomous ownership of complex projects, responsibility for multi-asset or multi-state portfolios, and accountability for outcomes rather than individual tasks. These roles typically involve mentoring junior staff, negotiating high-value agreements with limited oversight, and advising leadership on land strategy. The distinction from mid-level is scope, independence, and the expectation that you set direction rather than follow it.
Which industries hire the most senior level land managers?
Senior Level land manager roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Staffing & Recruiting, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive demand because they depend on continuous land access for operations, infrastructure, and resource development, requiring experienced professionals who can manage regulatory risk, stakeholder relationships, and long-term land agreements at scale.