Director of Site Development
- $130,000 - $180,000
- Houston, TX
A bit about us:
Founded in 2007, we are a growing land development civil engineering firm with deep experience delivering civil engineering, dry utilities, landscape architecture, planning and permitting for a variety of commercial projects, including restaurants, retail, industrial, dealerships, worship centers, multi-family, etc.. Built on collaboration, urgency, integrity, persistence and an entrepreneurial spirit, our team partners with top‑tier corporate clients, developers and architects to deliver high‑ROI solutions. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, career growth and a culture that values ownership, teamwork, and work‑life balance.
Why join us?
Lead and grow a new regional office backed by an established land‑development firm. Competitive salary ($130k-$180k+ DOE), performance incentives, comprehensive benefits, flexible work hours (including half‑day Fridays), and a $3,000 relocation stipend if applicable. Join a collaborative leadership team committed to your success and professional growth in a fast‑expanding market!
Job Details
We are launching a new office in Houston and seeking a Director of Site Development to lead regional operations. This senior, market‑facing role will establish the office from the ground up, lead end‑to‑end site development projects, recruit and mentor staff, and drive business development to grow a profitable local practice. You will represent the firm to clients, local agencies and industry groups, own project technical quality and financial performance, and implement local processes that reflect our company’s high standards. This is an opportunity to shape a new office with the backing of an established land‑development firm and significant project experience.
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Responsibilities:
- Lead land development projects from concept through construction, ensuring technical quality, schedule and budget adherence
- Provide engineering oversight for grading, drainage, utilities, stormwater, pavement and related sitework
- Ensure compliance with local codes, permitting requirements and agency interactions
- Build and maintain strong client relationships; communicate issues and mitigation plans clearly
- Drive business development to secure projects and meet or exceed revenue goals for the office
- Manage project financials: estimates, monthly forecasting, billing and margin performance
- Hire, mentor and lead office staff; establish procedures and a collaborative team culture
- Coordinate multidisciplinary teams (architects, surveyors, contractors, consultants) and represent the firm at public meetings and industry events
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent)
- Professional Engineer (PE) licensed in Texas, or ability to obtain licensure promptly
- Minimum 6 years civil engineering experience with at least 3 years managing site/land development projects from concept to construction
- Proven project management and client relationship skills; demonstrated track record of delivering projects on time and on budget
- Experience with estimating, forecasting, and meeting revenue/financial targets
- Strong knowledge of Houston‑area land development regulations and permitting processes preferred
- Demonstrated leadership and office/staff management experience
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.