Timmons Group
Engineering
LandDevelopmentPracticeLeader
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“Land Development Practice Leader at Timmons Group. Skills: Land Development, Business Development, Team Leadership, Client Management. The Land Development Practice Leader will lead, grow, and shape the Land Development presence in the Washington, DC market, serving as both a business leader and technical authority. This role involves driving business development, managing project financials, and mentoring a high-performing team of engineers and designers. The leader will provide technical guida”
What You'll Achieve.
Drive business growth, develop talent, and build a high-performing engineering team. Expand the firm's footprint in the Washington, DC market.
Industry & Context.
High energy, creative, flexible, patient, self-starters who are willing to work at a dynamic pace. Candidates must share a commitment to the company’s Vision, Mission and Shared Values.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering (or related discipline). 15+ years of experience in civil engineering. Demonstrated success in business development, client management, and team leadership. Understanding of project accounting, budgeting, and multi-project resource management. Experience supervising and mentoring technical staff. Working knowledge of standard engineering and office software.
Nice to Have
Professional Engineer (P. E. ) or similar licensure preferred.
What You'll Do.
The Land Development Practice Leader will lead, grow, and shape the Land Development presence in the Washington, DC market, serving as both a business leader and technical authority.
This role involves driving business development, managing project financials, and mentoring a high-performing team of engineers and designers.
The leader will provide technical guidance, ensure project compliance, and oversee the preparation of project documentation.
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborates with firm leadership to identify growth opportunities and support long-term office expansion. Maintains coordination between clients, internal teams, and external stakeholders. Fosters a collaborative, accountable, and inclusive culture.
Communication Scope
client advisory
Full Job Description
Timmons Group is seeking a Land Development Practice Leader to lead, grow, and shape our Land Development presence in the Washington, DC market. This is a senior leadership opportunity for an entrepreneurial engineer who wants to build an office, develop talent, and drive business growth , while remaining connected to technical excellence and client delivery. This role is ideal for a proven seller–doer and people leader who is energized by building relationships, winning work, and creating a high-performing engineering team. You will have meaningful influence over strategy, staffing, culture, and client engagement while partnering with firm leadership to expand our footprint in a competitive and dynamic market. As the Land Development Practice Leader, you will serve as both a business leader and technical authority , with responsibility for growing the practice and mentoring the next generation of engineers. Essential Duties and Responsibilities of a successful candidate include but are not limited to: Practice & Business Leadership * Lead the growth and strategic direction of the Land Development practice in the Washington, DC office * Develop and expand client relationships; serve as a trusted advisor to public and private sector clients * Drive business development efforts, including market positioning, pursuit strategy, and proposal leadership * Maintain ownership of project financial performance, including scope, schedule, staffing, and profitability * Collaborate with firm leadership to identify growth opportunities and support long-term office expansion Team & Culture Building * Recruit, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of engineers and designers * Provide coaching and technical oversight while fostering a collaborative, accountable, and inclusive culture * Set clear expectations and support career development for staff at multiple experience levels Technical & Project Leadership * Provide technical guidance and quality oversight on land development
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