Civil Engineering and Land Development Director

Lead Civil Engineering and Land Development Director – Lancaster Branch Manager (PE, PLS, or RLA Preferred) Overview Civil Engineering and Land Development Director - Lancaster Branch Manager, is responsible for leading the day-to-day engineering and operational functions of our Lancaster office. This individual manages a portfolio of civil engineering projects including site development, stormwater, utilities, transportation, and municipal infrastructure, while supervising junior staff and serving as a primary client contact. The ideal candidate brings both technical depth and the interpersonal skills to thrive in a small-firm environment. Why Site Design Concepts? Site Design Concepts is an award-winning professional engineering, surveying, landscape architecture, environmental consulting and municipal services firm headquartered in historic downtown York, Pennsylvania, with a satellite office in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. SDC was founded in 1994 with a passion to provide great service to our Clients, while designing Project Sites that are innovative, constructible, and cost-conscious. We work diligently to support our Client’s efforts, advocate for their Projects, and contribute to their success while maintaining a collaborative and supportive Company culture. Core Responsibilities · Project Management & Delivery · Office & Operations Oversight · Team Leadership & Mentorship · Client & Stakeholder Relations Duties & Responsibilities1. Manage multiple civil engineering projects simultaneously from initiation through construction administration and closeout. 2. Develop project scopes, fee proposals, schedules, and budgets; monitor and control project financials throughout. 3. Coordinate permitting with PennDOT, DEP, local municipalities, and other review agencies. 4. Oversee preparation of construction documents, specifications, and bid packages. 5. Conduct construction observation and respond to RFIs, submittals, and field conditions as needed. 6. Ensure all deliverables meet applicable codes, standards (e.g., PennDOT, Act 167, E&S), and firm quality benchmarks. 7. Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Lancaster office, including workflow management, staffing utilization, and resource planning. 8. Maintain awareness of project backlog and proactively manage capacity across the project team. 9. Provide and participate business development efforts, including proposal preparation, networking, and overall project development. 10. Supervise and mentor a team of 4 to 8 engineers, landscape architects, designers, and technicians at various career stages. 11. Assign work, provide technical guidance, and review deliverables for quality and completeness. 12. Participate in hiring decisions, performance reviews, and professional development planning for direct reports. 13. Foster a collaborative, accountable, and growth-oriented team culture consistent with the firm's values. 14. Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned clients, maintaining strong relationships through responsive communication and quality outcomes. 15. Lead client meetings, project kick-offs, and progress updates. 16. Represent the firm at municipal hearings, pre-application meetings, and community engagement events as needed. Qualifications 1. Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering/Landscape Architecture/Land Surveying or another closely related field from an ABET-accredited program. 2. Licensed Professional in Pennsylvania, or ability to obtain PA licensure within 12 months of hire. 3. Minimum 7 years of progressive land development experience, with at least 2 years in a project management capacity. 4. Demonstrated experience with site development, land development, stormwater management, and/or municipal infrastructure projects in Pennsylvania. 5. Working knowledge of PA DEP NPDES permitting, Act 167 stormwater, and PennDOT highway occupancy processes. 6. Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D; familiarity with HydroCAD, PennDOT design standards, and related tools. 7. Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills. Benefits, Compensation, and Workplace Environment At Site Design Concepts, we offer quarterly employee appreciation outings, professional development opportunities, an in-office business casual dress code, collaborative culture, flexible schedule, and a competitive pay and benefits package that is scalable with experience, including bonuses and a 401k plan with Company match. Site Design Concepts also offers educational enrichment opportunities through internal training programs, and a variety of professional development opportunities.