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Verona, NY · On-site

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How much do development services manager jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for development services manager in the United States is $77,438.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $58,500.00 and $90,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by Development Services Managers, and how can they be addressed?

Development Services Managers often encounter challenges related to balancing multiple projects and prioritizing requests from various stakeholders. Navigating changing client requirements and ensuring clear communication between technical teams and non-technical stakeholders can also be demanding. To address these challenges, it's important to establish effective project management processes, foster open communication within the team, and utilize project tracking tools. Regularly aligning team goals with organizational objectives and seeking feedback can greatly enhance workflow and client satisfaction.

What is a Development Services Manager?

A Development Services Manager is responsible for overseeing and coordinating various development projects within an organization, often related to construction, land development, or municipal planning. They manage teams, budgets, project timelines, and ensure compliance with local regulations and standards. This role involves working closely with stakeholders, developers, and government agencies to facilitate the successful completion of projects. Development Services Managers also streamline processes and provide guidance to ensure efficient service delivery and customer satisfaction.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Development Services Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Development Services Manager, you need strong project management skills, expertise in urban planning or development, and a relevant bachelor's degree or higher. Familiarity with permitting software, GIS systems, and knowledge of building codes and zoning regulations are typically required. Exceptional leadership, negotiation, and communication skills help in coordinating teams and engaging with diverse stakeholders. These competencies ensure efficient service delivery, regulatory compliance, and successful community development projects.
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Infographic showing various Development Services Manager job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $77,438 per year, or $37.2 per hour.
Practice Leader, Residential Land Development Services

Practice Leader, Residential Land Development Services

Kimley-Horn

Dallas, TX • On-site

$81K - $111K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 2 days ago

Kimley-Horn rating

8.8

Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

Based on 83 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

30th of 351 rated engineering

Job description

Overview
Kimley-Horn has a challenging and rewarding opportunity for a motivated Practice Builder to join our Development Services team in our Dallas offices. The successful candidate will be a leader in a practice specializing in Residential and Single-Family development services. This individual will have an entrepreneurial spirit and create a vision for growth for a Development Services practice while growing their own projects, clients and team around them.
This position leads business development efforts, manages relationships with key clients, and oversees all project tasks while mentoring the growth of younger staff. The successful candidate will have a great deal of autonomy to lead, direct, and grow their business.
Practice Builders are encouraged to pursue opportunities that fuel their professional passion and contribute to firmwide success. Our system for rewards is designed to recognize staff as they move along a path to success. Bonuses, promotions, path to ownership recognition, and other forms of advancement are performance based, because as a firm we focus on results.
Leadership responsibilities include:
  • Lead a Land Development team while building and managing relationships with key clients.
  • Operate with integrity and sound business principles.
  • Provide practice vision, business planning and strategy, establishing goals, building and maintaining positive client relationships.
  • Open communication with partners and team, along with growing and directing a Land Development practice.
  • Manage projects profitably, transition work to qualified staff, grow and mentor staff, help recruit, and be a positive role model.

Management responsibilities include but are not limited to:
  • Meeting or exceeding client expectations.
  • Identifying and tracking leads.
  • Making presentations, writing proposals and scopes of work.
  • Establish budgets, ensuring quality and timeliness of deliverables, and supervising the execution of work.
  • Accounting, administrative, marketing, recruiting, IT and production support will be provided.

With success, this individual will enjoy the rewards of an impressive bonus program with the potential to advance to ownership.
Position Requirements:
  • Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering.
  • Extensive client contacts and relationships with local or national architects, developers, land use attorneys, planners and/or land owners as well as local jurisdictional staff.
  • P.E. with at least 10 years of experience growing and leading a residential land development practice in the Dallas regional market.
  • Business development and marketing experience including; writing proposals, scopes of work, and budgeting for projected work.
  • Ability to effectively communicate positively at all levels of the organization.
  • Ability to manage & mentor staff, and direct resources effectively in a positive manner.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage land development projects profitably.

At Kimley-Horn, one of the nation's premier planning and design consultants, our professionals are experts in many disciplines yet share one passion: making our clients successful.
Ranked as one of Fortune Magazine's "100 Best Companies to Work For," Kimley-Horn prides itself on hiring high-achieving, dedicated, and reliable professionals.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work for Kimley-Horn in the U.S. without employer sponsorship. We do not typically sponsor H1-B or any other work visa petitions at this time.
Why Kimley-Horn?
At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it- that's why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn's placement on the Fortune "100 Best Companies to Work" list for 19 years!
Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn
  • Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
  • Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
  • Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
  • Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
  • Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
  • Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.

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We are a full-service consulting firm that provides a wide range of infrastructure and land development planning and engineering services to both public and private clients. Though we have more than 6,000 employees in 100+ offices, we pride ourselves on our small company feel. At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People--clients and employees--are at the forefront of our business. Clients know we are laser-focused on their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to see our staff flourish, one and all. Both groups know that with Kimley-Horn, they can expect more and experience better.

Industry

Specialized design services

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Raleigh, NC, US

Year founded

1967

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