Land Development Manager

About the role

Lennar is one of the nation’s leading homebuilders, dedicated to making an impact and creating an extraordinary experience for homeowners, communities, and associates by building quality homes and providing exceptional customer service. The Land Development Manager is responsible for managing the Division’s land development program by directing activities such as roadway construction, water and sewer installation, earthwork, landscape, irrigation, vertical construction, and public utility coordination.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the successful and timely delivery of new projects through use of 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.
• Oversee and 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.
• 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.
• Work with all departments to deliver amenity/recreation centers, common entry landscaping, and ensure proper marketing windows.
• Responsible for SWPPP (Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan) management and 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.
• Must be detail-oriented and a problem-solver able to deal with complex situations.
• Valid Driver’s License and good driving record.
• Valid auto insurance coverage required.

Physical & Office/Site Presence Requirements

• Regular, in-person attendance at Company communities/job sites and offices during regular work hours is an essential function of this job.
• Requires the ability to work in excess of eight hours per day in the confined quarters of a construction trailer.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle, read plans, climb stairs and ladders, bend, stoop, reach, lift, move and/or carry equipment which may be in excess of 50 pounds.
• Job may require occasional operation of construction equipment.
• Finger dexterity may be required to operate a computer keyboard and calculator.

Pay

We reasonably expect the base compensation offered for this position to range from an annual salary of $119,924.20 - $169,114, subject to adjustment based on business-related factors such as employee qualifications, geographic pay differentials, and operational considerations. This position may be eligible for bonuses and commissions.

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.
• Associate Assistance Plan.
• Education Assistance Program.
• Up to $30,000 in Adoption Assistance.
• Up to three weeks of vacation annually from the moment of hire.
• Generous Holiday, Sick Leave, and Personal Day policies.
• New Hire Referral Bonus Program.
• Significant Home Purchase Discounts.
• Everyone’s Included Day.