The Role: Land Development Coordinator

The Land Development Coordinator supports the successful planning and execution of large-scale land and infrastructure development projects from early-stage due diligence through construction readiness. This role works closely with project managers, engineering consultants, utility providers, and regulatory agencies to keep multiple development projects organized, on schedule, and moving forward. The ideal candidate is highly organized, proactive, detail-oriented, and passionate about infrastructure, civil engineering, and project coordination. 

Key Responsibilities

Project Coordination & Development Support 

• Support the Site Development Manager throughout all phases of land development, from site evaluation through construction readiness

• Coordinate project activities across multiple concurrent developments while ensuring milestones and deadlines are achieved

• Schedule meetings, track action items, and maintain clear communication with consultants and project stakeholders

• Prepare project reports, presentations, and development documentation for internal teams and partners

Due Diligence & Site Research 

• Assist with due diligence activities, feasibility assessments, and land development research

• Conduct research on zoning regulations, permitting requirements, utilities, environmental constraints, and infrastructure availability

• Compile due diligence packages and organize supporting project documentation

• Maintain accurate records of project data and development activities

Permitting & Consultant Coordination 

• Track permitting, entitlement, zoning, and approval processes across multiple jurisdictions

• Coordinate with civil engineers, surveyors, environmental consultants, utility companies, and government agencies to ensure timely project deliverables

• Monitor consultant progress and proactively follow up on outstanding tasks and documentation

• Support project teams in resolving permitting or development-related issues

Project Tracking & Risk Management 

• Maintain project schedules, budgets, trackers, and development dashboards

• Monitor project progress and identify potential schedule delays, permitting risks, infrastructure constraints, or coordination issues

• Escalate risks and recommend solutions to keep projects moving forward

• Ensure project documentation remains organized, accurate, and up to date

Quality Assurance & Documentation 

• Maintain consistency and accuracy across project files, reports, trackers, and development records

• Ensure documentation follows established project standards and processes

• Support continuous improvement of project coordination workflows and documentation systems

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline

• 1–3 years of experience in land development, civil engineering, infrastructure, project development, construction, renewable energy, utilities, or real estate development

• Experience coordinating projects involving multiple consultants, contractors, or regulatory agencies

• Understanding of land development processes, permitting, utility coordination, civil engineering, or infrastructure development

Technical Skills

• Experience using project management platforms such as Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, Monday.com, or similar software

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace

• Familiarity with project scheduling, budget tracking, and documentation management

• Working knowledge of AutoCAD, Civil 3D, GIS, or other engineering software is an advantage

• Ability to conduct technical research and organize complex project information

Soft Skills

• Strong organizational and time management skills

• Excellent written and verbal English communication

• High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy

• Proactive problem-solving and critical thinking abilities

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced remote environment

• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with distributed teams

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting renewable energy, utilities, substations, transmission, telecommunications, or industrial development projects

• Exposure to large-scale infrastructure or site development projects

• Experience supporting U.S. or international engineering and development projects

• Familiarity with permitting, zoning, entitlement, and infrastructure planning processes

• Experience working in remote project coordination environments with cross-functional teams