Community Development Manager Jobs in Howell, MI

Join us to shape communities, collaborate with passionate professionals, and grow with a company that invests in your success, where you’re not just an Employee but an Owner.

Since 1968, NTH Consultants, Ltd. has been a critical part of the infrastructure engineering and environmental services that strengthen our communities and protect our ecosystem. From geotechnical engineering and environmental consulting to structural design and construction management, and beyond, we provide solutions that support the success and sustainability of projects.

When you join NTH, you’ll gain more than a job- you’ll become part of a team that values your career, your growth, and your life. We are committed to providing a flexible and supportive environment, professional development opportunities, and a vibrant culture that celebrates collaboration and innovation. Our culture is built on accountability, ownership, inclusion, integrity, safety, and excellence.

As NTH continues to grow, we are looking to hire a Project Director to help expand our client footprint. With offices in Northville, Detroit, East Lansing, Grand Rapids, and a lab and equipment office in Livonia, we are positioned to expand our services and client portfolio to align with the company’s strategic plan.

• Energy: We are dedicated to helping our energy clients navigate the rapidly evolving energy landscape. From large utilities and independent power producers to municipalities and industrial facilities, our clients trust us to provide innovative, sustainable solutions to meet today’s challenges and tomorrow’s energy demands.
• Industry: We bring decades of experience serving industrial clients across all sectors, including chemical, manufacturing, pharmaceutical, agricultural, and waste management. Our reputation is built on strong client advocacy, delivering innovative solutions while ensuring compliance with complex regulatory frameworks.
• Water: We are dedicated to helping communities sustain and improve their water and wastewater infrastructure. As capital needs for drinking water and wastewater systems continue to exceed available funding, we provide innovative, cost-effective solutions that maximize the value of every investment. Our expertise extends across planning, design, construction, and operations, ensuring infrastructure systems meet today’s demands and are resilient for the future.
• Transportation: Transportation infrastructure is an essential part of daily life, impacting how we live, work, and play. Roads, bridges, and transportation systems connect us to workplaces, schools, recreation, and essential goods. These networks are among the most visible elements of public infrastructure, and their condition directly affects the quality of life for communities. As public demand grows for safe, efficient, and reliable transportation, maintaining and upgrading these systems has become a top priority for municipalities, agencies, and private stakeholders.
• Community Development: In today’s world, communities are more than just places to live—they are where we work, play, and connect. However, many neighborhoods across Michigan and the Midwest were not designed to meet the modern needs of their citizens. Aging infrastructure and outdated streetscapes often fail to support how people want to experience their communities. We understand the importance of revitalizing public spaces to enhance community development and improve quality of life. We help our clients and their residents get started by creating dynamic neighborhoods, reinvigorating public spaces, and infusing energy into their communities and downtowns.

• Provide executive leadership, strategic direction, operational oversight, and financial stewardship for the Environmental Division to drive sustainable growth, technical excellence, regulatory compliance, risk management, and exceptional client service.
• Develop, implement, and monitor the division’s strategic plan, annual goals, and performance objectives to support long‑term growth and operational effectiveness.
• Lead, mentor, and evaluate Department Managers and Project Managers while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Advance division growth by identifying new markets, expanding service offerings, strengthening client relationships, and implementing operational improvements.
• Direct environmental services and oversee resource allocation, staffing, workload management, and department coordination to ensure efficient and consistent delivery.
• Establish, maintain, and enforce division‑wide policies, procedures, quality standards, and best practices that promote consistency, compliance, and technical excellence.
• Monitor project execution to confirm delivery within scope, schedule, budget, quality, and client expectations.
• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with key clients, government agencies, developers, industry partners, and other stakeholders to support client retention and business growth.
• Lead major proposals, contract negotiations, teaming discussions, and business development initiatives aligned with the division’s strategic priorities.
• Represent the company at conferences, industry organizations, client meetings, and professional events to strengthen visibility and market presence.
• Develop, manage, and monitor the division’s budget, revenue, staff utilization, backlog, profitability, and overall financial performance.
• Review project pricing strategies, contract terms, and financial performance indicators to support achievement of division financial goals.
• Provide executive oversight of technical quality, QA/QC processes, regulatory compliance, contractual obligations, and professional liability risks.
• Guide resolution of significant technical, contractual, financial, staffing, and client‑related issues.
• Recruit, develop, retain, and empower high‑performing leadership and technical staff to support current operations and future growth.
• Lead succession planning, employee development, performance management, and leadership development initiatives across the division.

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering, Environmental Technology, Environmental Science/Health, Natural Resources, or related degree, from a 4‑year accredited college or university. Master’s degree preferred.
• 15+ years of experience of demonstrated leadership experience providing technical solutions to civil and/or environmental challenges and with relevant experience as a consultant, client advocate, and/or account manager within the industry.
• Experience with project planning, budgeting, delegation, and management to ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Experience negotiating project scope and fees with clients.
• Experience advocating for clients and projects with federal, state, and local regulatory agencies.
• Experience leading and growing a team of diverse professionals.
• Ability to organize technical material into comprehensive reports and perform QA/QC reviews on work product.
• Project planning, invoicing, and collections, budgeting, task delegation and management to ensure project is completed according to work plans.
• Demonstrated ability to seek and establish new clients and build good business relations with both new and existing clients.
• Develop and maintain professional business relations with clients.
• Assist in developing business strategies and action plans for creating growth opportunities.
• Conduct periodic site / client visits, project, and business development meetings.
• Accuracy, dependability, and strong organizational skills.
• Time management skills, ability to manage multiple projects at any given time, and have ability to work in a team environment.
• Must have strong written and oral communication skills, be able to work in a team environment as well as independently, demonstrate collaborative approach to problem‑solving, and have ability to interact with clients to understand their needs.
• Must hold a valid driver’s license and be willing to travel to and conduct field work at job sites/offices in Michigan.
• May be required to perform job duties in the field and office, during non‑standard work hours, as necessary.
• Must be able to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.

• Rewards For Performance We recognize great work with competitive pay with a generous compensation program to reward performance. Bonus programs are available for eligible roles.
• Career Roadmaps & Professional Growth At NTH, managers meet with staff quarterly to support goal setting and growth through our Career Planning program. With clear career roadmaps for every role, you’ll see your path forward and grow with us.
• Our Project Excellence career track offers a clear path into project management, backed by robust training and mentoring to help you lead successful projects and deliver exceptional client experiences.
• Planning For Your Future Plan for your future with our 401(k) program, including a company match to help you build long‑term financial security. Plus, through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), you become an employee owner of the firm, sharing in the success you help create. As we grow and succeed together, you directly benefit from your ESOP retirement savings.
• Flexible‑Hybrid Work Environment
  Balance matters. For eligible roles; work where you're most productive—whether that’s at home, in the office, or a mix of both.
• Generous Time Off Enjoy a robust paid time off plan and a company holiday package designed to help you truly disconnect and recharge.
• Road to Wellness Access our company‑paid Employee Assistance Program and take part in wellness initiatives that support your physical, mental, and financial health.
• Comprehensive Benefits We offer a range of plans to support you and your family’s health needs including: medical, dental, vision, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, supplemental life insurance for employee, spouse, and dependents, HSA, and FSA. Life insurance, short‑term disability, and long‑term disability are provided by NTH.
• Inclusive & Engaging Culture
  We believe work should be rewarding and enjoyable. From inclusive company events to team celebrations, there’s always something happening.
• Chief Pet Officer (CPO) Competition Yes, it’s a thing. Each year, we vote for our beloved CPO – because every great team needs a mascot.

We are proud to be a 100% employee‑owned firm, a distinction that drives our culture and our commitment to excellence. As an ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) company, every employee has a stake in our success, fostering a strong sense of accountability, collaboration, and pride in the work we do. Being employee‑owned means, we are invested—not just in our projects, but in each other and in the communities we serve.

Authorized to work full‑time in the U.S.A. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired are required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

NTH Consultants, Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability. NTH Consultants, Ltd. participates in E‑Verify. At NTH Consultants, Ltd. (NTH) we are committed to maintaining an environment of Equal Opportunity and affirmative action. If you need a reasonable accommodation to access the information provided on this website, please contact the NTH Human Resources Department at 248‑553‑6300 or careers@nthconsultants.com where the position is available, for further assistance.

NTH does not accept unsolicited resumes or materials from recruiters, employment agencies, staffing firms, or similar entities. This includes any resume or materials submitted without a signed service agreement in place and a specific request from NTH for assistance with a particular position. Any such unsolicited submissions, whether sent to hiring managers or other NTH employees, will become the property of NTH for use by NTH in its sole discretion. NTH reserves the right to hire an individual identified in an unsolicited submission without obligation to pay any fees or other compensation to the submitting party.