Land Development Project Manager

About the role

The Land Development Construction Manager will manage residential projects, engineering design, estimating, budgeting, development, and dedication of site improvements of our communities.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily land development field operations on multiple projects.
• Work with the Director of Acquisitions & Development to provide input during due‑diligence, design, budget processes, and project management.
• Manage contractors, verify work completion, and monitor progress.
• Source contractors, engineers, surveyors, and consultants to provide bids for due‑diligence and preliminary budget estimates.
• Prepare project planning and development schedules.
• Monitor schedules weekly to ensure timely delivery of completed development projects.
• Formulate detailed project budgets based on third‑party bids.
• Track costs while proactively managing site progress to ensure projects are delivered within budgeted cost and time.
• Provide site inspections to identify project status, progress, and risk management.
• Coordinate contractors and inspectors for completion of land development projects.
• Review, reconcile, and approve progress pay applications.
• Manage daily general contractor operations, vendor, and other contractor scheduling, obtain all necessary permitting, and ensure work aligns with project plans.
• Understand developer agreements, project dedication, and bond release work.
• Coordinate land development work with homebuilding operations.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Urban Planning, Construction Management, or related field preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 4 years of experience in land development or a related field, preferably in the residential home building industry.
• Skills: Strong project management and organizational skills; excellent communication and negotiation abilities; proficiency in project management software (e.g., Microsoft Project, Procore); advanced Excel skills.
• Attributes: Detail‑oriented, proactive, ability to work under pressure, and strong problem‑solving abilities.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and ancillary insurance options (effective the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment).
• Company‑paid life and disability insurance.
• PTO and paid holidays.
• Flex spend/HSA options.
• 401(k) with company match.