Land Development Manager

About the role

Lennar is one of the nation's leading homebuilders, dedicated to making an impact by building quality homes, providing exceptional customer service, giving back to communities, and fostering a culture of opportunity and growth for Associates. The Land Development Manager is responsible for managing the Division’s land development program, directing activities such as roadway construction, water and sewer installation, earthwork, landscape, irrigation, vertical construction, and public utility coordination.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the successful and timely delivery of new projects using construction schedules, contract documents, land development budgets, environmental studies, geotechnical reports, engineering and architectural construction plans, and permit compliance reports.
• Work closely with the Area Construction Managers and Director of Construction to deliver completed, ready-to-build home sites.
• Assist in the creation of development budgets during the entitlement process and value-engineer specific aspects of the project design.
• Develop and maintain working relationships with jurisdictional entities while preserving land use and development rights.
• Oversee projects from permit approvals through construction, recording plat, final certification, and community turnover.
• Manage all aspects of field operations related to land development, including erosion control, grading, wet utilities, dry utilities, paving, sidewalks, landscaping, hardscaping, amenities, post-construction as-builts, certifications, and compliance letters.
• Handle HOA management, including quarterly meetings, budget analysis, and improvements to common open space.
• Responsible for bond maintenance and retrieval of all types of guaranty used by the division.
• Collaborate with all departments to deliver amenity/recreation centers, common entry landscaping, and ensure proper marketing windows.
• Manage SWPPP (Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan) compliance.
• Regularly review project development budgets with the Director of Development for reconciliation.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Director of Land Development.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent (required).
• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or similar program (preferred).
• Minimum 5 years of experience in land development.
• Computer literacy, including word-processing, spreadsheet analysis, project scheduling, and data management software.
• Detail-oriented problem-solver able to handle complex situations.
• Valid Driver’s License and good driving record.
• Valid auto insurance coverage.

Physical & Office/Site Presence Requirements

• Regular, in-person attendance at Company communities/job sites and offices during regular work hours is essential.
• Ability to work more than eight hours per day in confined quarters, such as a construction trailer.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle, read plans, climb stairs and ladders, bend, stoop, reach, lift, and/or move equipment in excess of 50 pounds.
• Occasional operation of construction equipment may be required.
• Finger dexterity may be required to operate a computer keyboard and calculator.

Benefits

• Robust health insurance plans, including Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with a $1 for $1 Company Match up to 5%.
• Paid Parental Leave and Associate Assistance Plan.
• Education Assistance Program and up to $30,000 in Adoption Assistance.
• Up to three weeks of vacation annually from the moment of hire, alongside generous Holiday, Sick Leave, and Personal Day policies.
• New Hire Referral Bonus Program.
• Significant Home Purchase Discounts.
• Unique opportunities such as the Everyone’s Included Day.