Project Manager - Land Development

Company Description

RESPEC, seeks a project manager in our Land Development market sector, located in San Antonio or Castroville, TX office.

Founded in 1969, RESPEC is a global, 100 percent employee-owned consulting and services company dedicated to delivering innovative solutions to complex challenges for private and public clients. Operating in 15 U.S. states and 2 Canadian provinces, with influence extending to 50 countries worldwide, RESPEC is a leader in water, mining, energy, natural resources, and infrastructure services. Our six market sectors—Mining & Energy, Water, Facilities, Transportation, Development Services, and Data & Technology—reflect our expertise and commitment to excellence. At RESPEC, we thrive on collaboration and partnership, applying advanced technology to achieve sustainable solutions and drive our projects forward. We are deeply invested in our employees’ success and well-being, fostering a supportive and innovative work environment where everyone can grow and contribute meaningfully. Our commitment to excellence is evident in our contributions to local communities and strategic alliances worldwide, ensuring that we continue to inspire and innovate in rapidly evolving technical environments.

Job Description

The Project Manager role supports a broad range of land development and public works initiatives, drawing on experience in site civil design, permitting, and project delivery. The position benefits from strong stormwater and hydrologic/hydraulic expertise to support cross-discipline projects, while remaining flexible in scope and not limited to stormwater-only practice. Occasional travel to client sites and regional offices may be required.

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil or environmental engineering, or a related engineering discipline
• Registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) in the State of Texas, or ability to obtain within 6 months
• 5–10 years of relevant land development engineering experience in the following areas:
• Private-sector commercial, residential, and mixed-use land development
• Preparing engineering reports, civil construction plans, and permitting submittals
• Coordinating small to mid-sized design teams and managing client interactions
• Providing land development engineering services in Texas
• Supporting proposal preparation and fee development
• Stormwater analysis, site drainage, and civil design standards
• 3-6 years of project management experience
• Proficiency with relevant software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D and common hydrologic/hydraulic modeling tools
• Must possess a valid driver's license and maintain a clean driving record; position requires operating a company or personal vehicle during work hours for business-related travel

Preferred Qualifications:

• Central Texas market experience, particularly the San Antonio and Austin regions
• Familiarity with local and state permitting agencies and development regulations
• Experience with proposal writing and client-facing presentations
• Experience delivering private site development and public works projects, including street, drainage, and utility design, as stand-alone assignments or as part of multidisciplinary project teams

Additional Information

Compensation: Salary depends on experience and expertise. Compensation includes a comprehensive fringe-benefits package. RESPEC is a 100% employee-owned company and employees are eligible for participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) after a qualifying period.

Featured benefits include:

• Flexible Work Schedules
• Retirement & EPP (with company match up to 4%)
• Professional Development and Training
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.