Land Development Manager

About the role

Lennar is a Fortune 500 homebuilder dedicated to quality homes, exceptional customer service, community impact, and associate growth. The Land Development Manager manages 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

• 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 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 maintaining 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 as needed to deliver amenity/recreation centers, common entry landscaping, and ensure proper marketing window.
• Responsible for SWPPP management and compliance.
• Regular review of project development budgets with 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 deal with complex situations.
• Travel required – work is in the South Bay (and further south).
• Valid Driver’s License and good driving record.
• Valid auto insurance coverage required.
• Physical & Office/Site Presence: regular in‑person attendance at company communities/job sites and offices during regular work hours; ability to work >8 hours per day in a construction trailer; operate a motor vehicle; read plans; climb stairs and ladders; bend, stoop, reach, lift, move and/or carry equipment >50 lbs; occasional operation of construction equipment; finger dexterity to operate a computer keyboard and calculator.

Pay

Base compensation expected to range from $68,640.00 to $124,558 annually, subject to adjustment based on qualifications, geographic pay differentials, and operational considerations; eligible for bonuses and commissions.

Benefits

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