Project Manager

Job summary

Manage subdivision development projects from preliminary planning through detailed design and construction, overseeing schedules, budgets, quality, and regulatory compliance. Coordinate with clients, municipalities, approval agencies, internal teams, and consultants while leading design work, mentoring staff, and improving project delivery.

Job details

Project Manager – Land Development (Civil Engineering & Subdivision Projects) Excellent opportunity to join our growing Project Administration team! We are looking for highly motivated individuals with a passion for land development - help build the communities of the future. DSEL is a leader in the land development consulting industry leveraging over 30 years of expertise and proprietary innovations to bring subdivisions to life faster and better than ever. Our employees enjoy our fully flexible working environment, allowing you to work remotely across Canada and work life balance by maintaining a 36 hour work week. Accelerate your career with DSEL. Key Responsibilities: • Lead and manage multiple subdivision development projects from preliminary planning through detailed design and construction • Oversee project scheduling, budgeting, and quality control to ensure deliverables meet client expectations and regulatory standards • Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, municipalities, and approval agencies • Lead design and coordination efforts for grading, servicing, stormwater management, and utility infrastructure • Guide and mentor junior engineers, project coordinators, and technical staff • Prepare, review, and approve submission packages and constraints analyses • Collaborate with internal teams and external consultants to align multidisciplinary project objectives • Drive continuous improvement in project delivery through strategic planning and process optimization Skills and Qualifications: • Degree in Civil Engineering or related field; P.Eng. designation preferred • Minimum 5+ years of experience in land development and subdivision design/project management • Strong understanding of municipal approvals, servicing strategies, and engineering standards • Proven leadership and team management skills • Excellent communication and client-relations abilities • Entrepreneurial mindset with a proactive, solution-oriented approach • Proficiency with design tools (e.g., AutoCAD Civil 3D) and project tracking systems We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

What you’ll do

Manage subdivision development projects from preliminary planning through detailed design and construction, overseeing schedules, budgets, quality, and regulatory compliance. Coordinate with clients, municipalities, approval agencies, internal teams, and consultants while leading design work, mentoring staff, and improving project delivery.

Requirements

A degree in Civil Engineering or a related field is required, with a P.Eng. designation preferred, and at least five years of land development and subdivision design or project management experience. Candidates should have knowledge of municipal approvals and engineering standards, leadership and communication skills, a proactive approach, and proficiency with tools such as AutoCAD Civil 3D and project tracking systems.

Benefits

• Flexible Working Environment
• Remote Work Across Canada
• 36-Hour Work Week
• Work-Life Balance

Listed skills

• Process Optimization · Preferred
• Budgeting · Preferred
• Quality Control · Preferred
• client relations · Preferred
• Team Leadership · Preferred
• Project management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Land Development
• Subdivision Design
• Project Management
• Project Scheduling
• Budgeting
• Quality Control
• Municipal Approvals
• Client Relations
• Grading Design
• Servicing Strategies
• Stormwater Management
• Utility Infrastructure
• Team Leadership
• Constraints Analysis
• AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Process Optimization

Job areas

• Engineering
• Management & Leadership
• Construction
• Consulting

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