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Project Manager - Land Development

Atwell•Chicago, Cook County
Contract7-15
$95K - $140K
per year
👁️ 0 views•📝 0 applications•Posted 10/22/2026•Expires 11/21/2026
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Job Description

Who We Are Atwell, LLC is a bold leader in the consulting, engineering, and construction services industry, delivering a broad range of creative solutions to clients in the real estate & land development, and energy markets. We have a strong national presence and a diverse, award-winning project portfolio. Atwell is a privately owned company, with 2,000+ passionate team members across 75+ locations and growing! Atwell, LLC is a proud recipient of the following 2025 awards: • Ten consecutive years in a row as a “Best Place to Work” by Zweig Group (#11) • Recognized as #70 in the ENR Top 500 Design Firms, ranked in every region • Recognized in Crain's “Fast 50” as one of the fastest-growing companies (#14) • Recognized as the 2025 ENR Design Firm of the year for the Southeastern US Atwell is seeking an experienced and driven Project Manager with a strong background in land development projects to lead high impact projects across diverse markets. If you're passionate about shaping communities through thoughtful design and want to take ownership of challenging, high-profile projects, this is your opportunity to thrive. What You’ll Do: • Lead full cycle project delivery from proposal to closeout in residential and commercial land development • Collaborate with clients, internal teams, and leadership to ensure success, profitability, and technical excellence • Oversee project budgets, proposals, contracts, scopes, and schedules • Mentor and direct project teams; promote internal communication and knowledge sharing • Maintain strong client relationships and represent Atwell in all external communications • Tackle complex engineering and permitting challenges with the autonomy to influence project direction and outcomes What You Bring: • Professional Engineer (PE) license required • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline • 8 plus years of experience in residential and/or commercial land development • Deep understanding of local development codes, permitting processes, and construction practices • Experience managing multidisciplinary teams and client expectations Why Atwell? • Be part of a firm that values collaboration, creativity, and client focus • Lead meaningful work that shapes the future of land development and improves the way communities grow • Work alongside industry leading professionals in a supportive and high performing culture • Enjoy a clear path for career advancement , with opportunities to evolve into senior leadership as you take on increasing responsibility • Gain the freedom to drive your own projects and make technical decisions that matter Disclaimer While AI tools may support your application process, this role is built on human talent. Your judgment, experience, and character matter most, so we encourage you to showcase what makes you uniquely you. Atwell does not accept unsolicited resumes from any 3rd party agencies. No fee will be paid to 3rd parties who submit unsolicited resumes to any Atwell employee. Resumes from approved vendors must be specifically requested by Atwell and approved by the Atwell Talent Acquisition Team. #LI-LG1 Pay Range $95,000 - $140,000 USD Atwell Benefits: To attract and retain the best professionals in the industry, we aim to provide an excellent working environment and a progressive benefits program designed to support your personal and professional needs. Work/Life: • Generous Paid Time Off • Paid Parental Leave • Flexible work schedules are available for some positions • Tenure Awards — Travel Vouchers to see the world based on your travel preferences Compensation: • Competitive Compensation packages • Annual bonuses, spot bonuses and peer recognition awards • 401K match - 1:1 up to 4% of compensation • Tuition Assistance • Student Loan Repayment • Paid Licensing / Certification Fees and Renewals • Financial Rewards for Obtaining Licensure • Employee Referrals • Annual Wellness Reimbursement for anything wellness related (Gym memberships, fitness tracker, home gym equipment, etc.) • Dependent Care Match ‘Atwell’ness: • Medical (BC/BS), Dental (Delta), and Vision (VSP) • Family Planning & IVF Benefits • Pet Insurance • Health Savings Account & Flex Spending Account options • Employer paid LTD, STD, and life insurance • Metlife Supplemental Benefits covering accident, hospitalization, and critical illness • Member Assistance Program (MAP) with complimentary counseling sessions, legal benefits, financial consultations, and work/life referral services

Required Skills

Professional Engineer (PE)Civil Engineeringland developmentproject managementbudget managementcontract managementscope managementschedule managementclient relationship managementengineeringpermittingmultidisciplinary team managementlocal development codesconstruction practices
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