Senior Level Project Development Manager Jobs
Senior level project development manager jobs demand professionals who set strategic direction, own complex outcomes, and lead the cross-functional teams that deliver them. The current mix of on-site, remote, and hybrid openings is concentrated across Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Technology & Software, with employers like Colliers Engineering & Design, Amazon, and Cushman & Wakefield hiring at this level now.
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Due to growth and expansion, RK&K is hiring a motivated and detail-oriented Land Development Project Manager to join our team of skilled professionals in Richmond, VA. In this leadership role, this individual will manage projects and staff for site and land development projects of all sizes in the Richmond Metropolitan and Central Virginia area.
Essential Functions
- Provide project management of project and/or major task assignments including preparation and monitoring of scope, budget and schedule
- Coordinate with clients to discuss progress and obtain feedback and direction
- Perform engineering tasks; provide engineering direction to staff
- Organize project teams, direct project staff and sub consultants
- Review and certify engineering documents to meet quality control goals and standards of care
- Lead community outreach tasks
- Serves as primary or secondary liaison with client
- Facilitate internal and client meetings, presentations and approval of plans
Required Skills and Experience
- Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering required
- Professional Engineering registration required: VA
- Involvement in industry and networking groups preferred
- Minimum of ten (10) years of progressive site (land) development design and engineering experience in the public and private sectors
- Experience managing staff and regularly interacting with clients
- Experience preparing proposals & add services for changes in scope of work
- Expert knowledge of permit processes in authorities having jurisdiction
- Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Project and PowerPoint; Expertise in AutoCAD C3D
- Experience with AutoDesk Hydraflow, HydroCAD, Storm & Sanitary Analysis preferred
Other Duties
This job description indicates the general nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under ADA). It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities and duties required by the employee. Other duties are assigned as required.
What We Offer
RK&K offers excellent potential for career advancement and professional growth. We also offer attractive compensation packages commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Paid time off
- Hybrid work (home and office)
- Tuition reimbursement
- Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances
- Paid parental leave
- Wellness programs and employee resource groups
- Career Development
- Matching 401(k) plan
- Paid Holidays
- Much, much more!
Why RK&K?
As a full-service engineering and construction management firm, RK&K gives you the opportunity to directly impact the communities in which we live and work. What sets RK&K apart is an award-winning culture that has fostered a spirit of collaboration and trust for over 100 years. To its clients, the firm delivers concepts, processes, and outcomes that are designed for success. RK&K has earned its reputation as a trusted partner, responsive employer, and community steward.
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Due to growth and expansion, RK&K is hiring a motivated and detail-oriented Land Development Project Manager to join our team of skilled professionals in Richmond, VA. In this leadership role, this individual will manage projects and staff for site and land development projects of all sizes in the Richmond Metropolitan and Central Virginia area.
Essential Functions
- Provide project management of project and/or major task assignments including preparation and monitoring of scope, budget and schedule
- Coordinate with clients to discuss progress and obtain feedback and direction
- Perform engineering tasks; provide engineering direction to staff
- Organize project teams, direct project staff and sub consultants
- Review and certify engineering documents to meet quality control goals and standards of care
- Lead community outreach tasks
- Serves as primary or secondary liaison with client
- Facilitate internal and client meetings, presentations and approval of plans
Required Skills and Experience
- Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering required
- Professional Engineering registration required: VA
- Involvement in industry and networking groups preferred
- Minimum of ten (10) years of progressive site (land) development design and engineering experience in the public and private sectors
- Experience managing staff and regularly interacting with clients
- Experience preparing proposals & add services for changes in scope of work
- Expert knowledge of permit processes in authorities having jurisdiction
- Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Project and PowerPoint; Expertise in AutoCAD C3D
- Experience with AutoDesk Hydraflow, HydroCAD, Storm & Sanitary Analysis preferred
Other Duties
This job description indicates the general nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under ADA). It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities and duties required by the employee. Other duties are assigned as required.
What We Offer
RK&K offers excellent potential for career advancement and professional growth. We also offer attractive compensation packages commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Paid time off
- Hybrid work (home and office)
- Tuition reimbursement
- Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances
- Paid parental leave
- Wellness programs and employee resource groups
- Career Development
- Matching 401(k) plan
- Paid Holidays
- Much, much more!
Why RK&K?
As a full-service engineering and construction management firm, RK&K gives you the opportunity to directly impact the communities in which we live and work. What sets RK&K apart is an award-winning culture that has fostered a spirit of collaboration and trust for over 100 years. To its clients, the firm delivers concepts, processes, and outcomes that are designed for success. RK&K has earned its reputation as a trusted partner, responsive employer, and community steward.
Design your career at RK&K, Apply Today!
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- Colliers Engineering & Design14
- Amazon10
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- Atwell9
- Bohler6
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- Consulting & Professional Services50
- Construction & Real Estate25
- Technology & Software21
- Retail14
- Healthcare & Medical Services14
Senior Level Project Development Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level project development manager job?
Employers at this level want candidates who can demonstrate ownership of high-stakes initiatives from scoping through delivery, not just participation. Highlight your experience aligning stakeholders, managing competing priorities across large portfolios, and mentoring junior project staff. A record of leading projects that crossed functional boundaries or required executive-level communication consistently gives candidates a clear edge in senior searches.
Which companies hire senior level project development managers?
Companies hiring senior level project development managers right now include Colliers Engineering & Design, Amazon, and Cushman & Wakefield, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Hiring at this level tends to come from organizations managing large capital programs, complex product pipelines, or enterprise-scale infrastructure where experienced project leadership directly affects business outcomes.
Are there remote senior level project development manager jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by industry and employer. About 23% of senior level project development manager openings are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting broader flexibility in how organizations structure senior project leadership. Roles tied to physical site development or hands-on team oversight tend to require more on-site presence than those focused on program strategy or coordination.
What makes a project development manager role senior level?
Senior level project development manager roles are defined by the scope of ownership, not just the complexity of tasks. At this stage, you are expected to set project strategy, resolve ambiguity without escalation, lead multidisciplinary teams, and mentor less experienced managers. The difference from mid-level is accountability: senior professionals own outcomes and are the decision-makers, not the implementers of someone else's plan.
Which industries hire the most senior level project development managers?
Senior level project development manager roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. These sectors drive demand because they routinely run large, multi-phase initiatives that require experienced professionals to coordinate resources, manage risk, and deliver results within tight constraints.