Technical Manager – Land Development

Location: Los Angeles, CA 90017
Employment Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire
Work Arrangement: Hybrid option available after the first 90 days
Salary Range: $110,000–$135,000 per year
Work Authorization: U.S. citizens only; visa sponsorship is not available

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Technical Manager to provide technical leadership for land development projects in Los Angeles. This position will serve as a technical strategist, central design resource, and mentor for civil engineering teams.

The successful candidate will help develop and improve technical processes, review complex engineering deliverables, mentor junior staff, and oversee projects from entitlement through construction support.

Key Responsibilities

Serve as a technical strategist for civil engineering and land development projects
Provide technical leadership for land development, site development, water resources, and related projects
Develop, refine, and implement technical processes and design methodologies
Serve as the central design figure for complex civil engineering projects
Manage land development projects from entitlement through design and construction support
Conduct detailed technical reviews of engineering plans, calculations, reports, and other deliverables
Participate actively in quality assurance and quality control processes
Mentor engineering staff and facilitate technical knowledge transfer
Support advanced technical training and professional development
Delegate tasks and oversee the performance of engineering team members
Participate in employee reviews and other supervisory responsibilities
Ensure engineering work meets applicable standards, regulations, agency requirements, and quality expectations
Coordinate effectively with project teams, clients, agencies, and other stakeholders

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related discipline from an accredited four-year institution
Minimum of six years of civil engineering design experience
Minimum of three years of experience serving as a central design figure, technical mentor, or technical project lead
Active Engineer-in-Training certification
Experience managing land development projects from entitlement through construction support
Strong knowledge of civil engineering design principles and technical processes
Demonstrated experience reviewing technical engineering deliverables
Experience delegating work, mentoring staff, and supporting team development
Excellent decision-making, communication, leadership, technical, and problem-solving skills
Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively
Must be a U.S. citizen

Preferred Qualifications

Active Professional Engineer license
Experience with site development and water resources projects
Experience developing or improving technical design standards and methodologies
Experience participating in formal QA/QC programs
Experience supervising engineering staff and conducting performance reviews

Compensation and Benefits

Annual salary of $110,000–$135,000, depending on experience and qualifications
Employee Stock Ownership Program
401(k) with company match
Discretionary bonuses
Flexible schedule with half-day Fridays
Hybrid work options after the first 90 days
Company-wide holiday closure from Christmas Eve through New Year’s
Medical, dental, vision, and flexible spending account options
Life, accidental death and dismemberment, and long-term disability coverage
Paid time off and holidays
Training, mentorship, and professional development support

Qualified candidates with strong civil engineering design experience and demonstrated technical leadership are encouraged to apply.