Development director Jobs in Fort Worth, TX

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for Director of Land or Site Development (either one) in Fort Worth, TX. We seek someone with strong business acumen that embodies an ownership mentality, with the ability to build and maintain client relationships, prepare proposals, and effectively manage the development, design, permitting and project management of multiple projects simultaneously. They should also be highly motivated, resourceful, and a well-organized cooperative producer and manager who enjoys mentoring new engineers and developing collaborative teams.

BGE, Inc. is a nationwide consulting firm that provides services in civil engineering, planning, landscape architecture, construction management, survey and environmental services for public and private clients. Our employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package to include outstanding health care, generous 401(k) match, career mapping and highly competitive time away from work programs to include dependent care and flexible Fridays. Our culture sets us apart from most with our commitment to serve our clients, our community and our employees. We seek out those professionals aligned with our core values - integrity, commitment, respect and excellent reputation.

Location : This position will be filled in our Fort Worth office

Job Description

• Manage and coordinate the development, design and permitting of multiple projects simultaneously.
• Actively pursues new business through relationship development with Land Developers in the Fort Worth metro area.
• Evaluate the economic, engineering, or pragmatic feasibility of projects based on site and / or building constraints (i.e., constructability assessment).
• Assess and mitigate project risks in advance of detailed engineering efforts.
• Perform and / or check technical calculations and prepare project specifications, including working with our Public Works department on hydrologic and hydraulic analysis and modeling (stormwater detention and water quality BMP design), site grading and design, erosion and sediment control plans, etc.
• Research regulations, codes, zoning ordinances, and other requirements as needed to ensure project compliance.
• Prepare and review engineering designs and permit applications to acquire approvals from regulatory bodies.
• Maintain complex schedules, develop project timelines, coordinate with subcontractors, and manage people and materials to complete jobs on schedule and within budget guidelines.
• Prepare detailed models and technical documents to present project design / feasibility findings to stakeholders.
• Prepare reports, client communications and invoices, contract documents, etc. and consult with other internal partners as needed.
• Assist the Business Development and Marketing team, including the preparation of detailed technical proposals.
• Act as the direct point of contact in communication with clients, government agencies and other stakeholders.
• Pro-actively recognize conditions and problems of non-routine nature and develop effective solutions.
• Attend client & agency meetings and industry events.
• Mentor staff and effectively manage a team.

Job Requirements

Benefits to name a few…

Not accepting non-resident applicants or Sponsorships.

BGE is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We prohibit discrimination and all employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and business need. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or any other classification protected by federal, state or local laws.