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Are you a motivated and creative Site Development Project Manager with a passion for innovation, sustainable design, and environmental responsibility? Join a leading design firm! GRW has a career ...

Site Development Project Manager

Kennebunk, ME ยท On-site

$125K - $135K/yr

Site Development Project Manager Department: Civil & Survey Employment Type: Full Time Location: Kennebunk, ME Compensation: $125,000 - $135,000 / year Description Creativity. Innovation. A desire to ...

Site Development Project Manager

Manchester, NH ยท On-site

$125K - $135K/yr

Site Development Project Manager Department: Civil & Survey Employment Type: Full Time Location: Manchester, NH Compensation: $125,000 - $135,000 / year Description Creativity. Innovation. A desire ...

Site Development Civil Engineer Join GPD Group, where our purpose is to improve the well-being of our employees, clients, communities, and business partners by transforming opportunities into success.

Site Development Project Manager

Providence, RI ยท On-site

$125K - $135K/yr

Site Development Project Manager Department: Civil & Survey Employment Type: Full Time Location: Providence, RI Compensation: $125,000 - $135,000 / year Description Creativity. Innovation. A desire ...

Site Development Project Manager

Williston, VT ยท On-site

$125K - $135K/yr

Site Development Project Manager Department: Civil & Survey Employment Type: Full Time Location: Williston, VT Compensation: $125,000 - $135,000 / year Description Creativity. Innovation. A desire to ...

Anticipated projects include site development design for residential subdivisions, multi-family, commercial, and industrial development sites, and educational facilities. Responsibilities ESSENTIAL ...

Do you love Development Services, and more specifically those services that involve being a part of smart growth associated with Residential, Multi-Family, Commercial, Industrial and Education site ...

Anticipated projects include site development design for residential subdivisions, multi-family, commercial, and industrial development sites, and educational facilities. Responsibilities ESSENTIAL ...

Anticipated projects include site development design for residential subdivisions, multi-family, commercial, and industrial development sites, and educational facilities. Responsibilities ESSENTIAL ...

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How much do site development jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for site development in the United States is $80,013.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50,000.00 and $121,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Site Development job?

A Site Development job involves planning, preparing, and managing the construction of land for various projects, such as residential, commercial, or industrial developments. Responsibilities typically include site analysis, permitting, grading, drainage, utilities, and ensuring compliance with local regulations. Site developers coordinate with engineers, contractors, and government agencies to ensure the land is ready for construction. This role requires expertise in zoning laws, environmental considerations, and project management to ensure successful site preparation.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Site Development position, and why are they important?

To excel in Site Development, you typically need expertise in project management, civil engineering, land use planning, and regulatory compliance, often supported by a relevant degree or certifications such as PMP or PE. Familiarity with CAD software, GIS systems, and project management tools is highly valuable. Strong communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills help you coordinate with stakeholders and manage project challenges effectively. These competencies ensure that site development projects are completed efficiently, on time, and within regulatory and budgetary requirements.

What are typical day-to-day responsibilities for someone working in Site Development?

In a Site Development role, your daily tasks may include conducting site assessments, collaborating with engineers and architects, preparing permit applications, and managing construction timelines. You'll frequently coordinate with local authorities, utility companies, and environmental consultants to ensure all regulatory requirements are met. Site visits to monitor progress or troubleshoot issues are common, as is updating project documentation and reports. This role often requires balancing fieldwork with office-based planning to keep projects on track and address any emerging challenges.
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Infographic showing various Site Development job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $80,013 per year, or $38.5 per hour.

Site Development Project Manager

GRW Engineers, Inc.

Lexington, KY โ€ข On-site

Full-time

Posted 27 days ago


Job description

Are you a motivated and creative Site Development Project Manager with a passion for innovation, sustainable design, and environmental responsibility? Join a leading design firm! GRW has a career opportunity available for a Site Development Project Manager in our Louisville, Lexington, or Knoxville office.

GRW is a regional, multi-disciplined firm with a desire for growth. Founded in 1964, GRW's dedication to service has resulted in repeat clients providing up to 90 percent of GRW's workload. Principals and associates representing many disciplines work one-on-one with our clients. Close, personal service is the hallmark of GRW's business philosophy.

GRW designs projects to have minimal impact on their surroundings. Our engineers utilize the latest modeling and design tools to analyze various approaches for adapting a project to the land to produce an aesthetically appealing and highly functioning end product. From 1-acre sites to sites exceeding 1000 acres, GRW works beside our clients offering comprehensive civil and site engineering services.

What keeps GRW on top is our quality of service. Our approach is simple. Our corporate culture is one of close collaboration among our multidisciplinary project teams, combined with strong management leadership. Regardless of size or complexity, we use our diverse insights and perspectives to move projects forward in a timely and cost-effective manner, while using clear and open lines of communication.

GRW offers a challenging work environment combining the latest in engineering concepts with career development to keep personnel up to date with the latest technologies and advancements. Responsibilities will include private and municipal site layout design, preparing geometric layouts, profiles, cross sections, grading designs, drainage calculations, utility and erosion control designs, preliminary and construction plan preparation, and quantity/cost estimates. Site visits and client/public meetings will be included. Your personal capabilities, interest, aptitude, and motivation will determine your professional growth.

GRW is seeking the following qualifications:

  • Bachelors or Master of Science in Civil Engineering.
  • Kentucky Professional Engineer (PE) certification or ability to obtain.
  • Project management experience working with a team of engineers and designers to complete successful projects on time and within budget.
  • 8-15 years site development design experience in a consulting environment including site design, cost estimating, hydrology, grading, and utility design.
  • Must have a thorough understanding of land development. (including site grading, sanitary and storm sewer servicing, water servicing, shallow utility coordination, road, and parking design).
  • A strong working knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D is an asset including Storm Sewers and Hydroflow for hydrology design.
  • Must be a self-motivated individual possessing strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Must exhibit attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Must be able to coordinate engineering requirements with other disciplines.
  • Must work well in a team environment and have a collaborative approach.
  • Lead and be responsible for the preparation of Site Development Engineering drawings. This may include technical review and professional stamping of engineering design drawings. It also includes the preparation of construction specifications and tender documents.
  • Guide projects through to completion including preliminary/conceptual design, detailed design, scheduling, tendering and construction.
  • Coordinate designs with stormwater management engineers and incorporate stormwater designs into land development drawings.
  • Liaise with clients (internal and external), agencies and others to obtain and determine project requirements, permits, and approvals.
  • Ensure that client needs are met in a timely and cost-effective manner.
  • Ensure projects meet applicable specifications and standards as per the governing municipality.
  • Coordinate work of junior land development staff and review their deliverables.
  • Be the main client contact on the project(s).
  • Be responsible for each project schedule, budget, and reporting.

GRW looks for individuals eager to develop their technical skills and work on teams with other dedicated employees to complete the projects our clients need. Hiring the most qualified employees is important to us and the success of our company.

This type of opportunity does not become available often! We invite you to apply to join our team!

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled



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