Project Manager - Land Development
Leads horizontal land development at Bourn Companies in Tucson — from due diligence, civil design, and permitting through construction and turnover — acting as owner's rep overseeing contractors, engineers, and consultants. Core skills: civil/site construction, budgeting, scheduling, and project management (MS Project or similar).
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- Tucson, United States
- Work setup
- Not specified
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Contract
- Experience
- 2+ years
- Category
- Project management
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field
- 2+ years of experience in construction or project management, focused on land development or civil/sitework projects, preferably commercial or mixed-use
- Experience coordinating with municipalities, utility providers, and consultants
- Proficiency with construction scheduling and project management tools (e.g., MS Project or similar)
- Strong understanding of permitting, inspections, and infrastructure turnover processes
- Willingness to be onsite regularly and travel to project locations as needed
- Strong understanding of land development and civil/site construction (grading, utilities, drainage, roadways)
- Ability to read and interpret civil engineering plans and specifications
- Financial acumen in budgeting, cost tracking, and forecasting
- Strong project management, planning, and organizational skills
- Clear written and verbal communication across technical and non-technical teams
- Contract administration and change order management
- Risk identification and problem-solving
Full description
Drive infrastructure. Deliver the foundation. Shape what comes next.
As a Project Manager – Land Developmentat Bourn Companies, you will lead the execution of horizontal development from due diligence and civil design through permitting, construction, and turnover, that enables our larger mixed-use projects to come to life. Acting as the owner’s representative, you will oversee contractors, engineers and design consultants, coordinate across internal teams, and ensure land development projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and aligned with Company standards.
This role blends strong civil/site construction expertise with disciplined project management—focused on delivering fully prepared, build-ready sites that support vertical construction and long-term project success.
About Bourn Companies
For over 36 years, Bourn Companies has transformed communities through more than 6 million square feet of projects across the Southwest. Our portfolio of thoughtful, integrated developments brings together residential, office, retail, hospitality, and entertainment into environments that inspire connection and elevate lifestyle.
Our culture is entrepreneurial, innovative, and collaborative—where each team member plays a meaningful role in shaping impactful developments.
The Team
The Land Project Management function operates within the Development Services team and is responsible for executing horizontal infrastructure across large-scale developments.
In this role, you will partner closely with Development Principals, Construction leadership, and internal stakeholders to ensure land is delivered on time, on budget, and ready to support vertical construction across multiple product types.
What We Are Looking For
The ideal candidate is an early to mid career professional who thrives in technically complex, fast-paced environments and brings a balance of civil construction expertise, project management capability, and strong ownership mentality. This individual is eager to learn, grow professionally, and develop their capabilities under the guidance and mentorship of Bourn’s development team.
Skills:
- Strong understanding of land development and civil/site construction (grading, utilities, drainage, roadways)
- Ability to read and interpret civil engineering plans and specifications
- Financial acumen in budgeting, cost tracking, and forecasting
- Strong project management, planning, and organizational skills
- Clear written and verbal communication across technical and non-technical teams
- Contract administration and change order management
- Risk identification and problem-solving