Director of Land Development

About Lennar

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, giving back to the communities in which we work and live in, and fostering a culture of opportunity and growth for our Associates throughout their career. Lennar has been recognized as a Fortune 500® company and consistently ranked among the top homebuilders in the United States.

Job Title

Director of Land Development

Job Description

We are seeking a Director of Land Development who oversees the field operations and field personnel of the land development department. The role creates opportunities that fit the company’s land development strategies and understanding of current market trends in land development and homebuilding. The Director will administrate various contractor/consulting/municipal contracts to provide for, and relate to, the acquisition, approval and development of residential properties. Must have the ability to develop schedules, budgets and deliver within requirements. Knowledge of land use approvals from local to state level is required.

Why Join Us

• A career with purpose.
• A career built on making dreams come true.
• A career built on building zero defect homes, cost management, and adherence to schedules.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for bond maintenance.
• Oversee projects from permit approvals through construction and final certification and community turnover.
• Ensure successful 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.
• Ensure timely and accurate design and installation of all land development improvements including grading operations, water and sewer services, dry utilities, paving and sidewalks, hardscapes and landscape improvements, and entrance and amenity features.
• Development/entitlement budgeting.
• Manage NPDES and SWPPP compliance on developments and third‑party lot deals.
• Assist management in negotiating terms and specifics of purchase and sale agreements.
• Provide leadership to managers to ensure coordination of projects between field and administration.
• Evaluate and monitor performance of Land Development Managers.
• Manage field personnel within Land Development Managers.
• Ensure that contractual and other commitments are kept with contractors, consultants and trade partners and that they comply with all approved policies, procedures, ethical standards, applicable laws and regulations.
• Establish relationships with developers, contractors, consultants and approving governing authorities.
• Lead site improvement bidding, bid selection and contract negotiations.
• Lead value engineering during design to reduce improvement costs without sacrificing quality.
• Exercise initiative and achieve objectives with minimal supervision.
• Manage entitlement process.
• Work with construction to ensure lots are delivered correctly to specifications.
• Critically review engineering plans.
• Oversee and coordinate planning, permit and construction process and effectively forecast long‑term schedules and budgets.
• Plan, schedule, budget and contract for entrance features, global landscape programs, maintenance contracts and community wide utility plans.
• Overall material management planning and field operations.
• Negotiate utility extension agreements.
• Resolve issues with agencies having jurisdiction over project and region.
• Cash flow generation and maintenance.
• Ensure clear line of communication on delivery projections.
• Ensure efficient and seamless operations between LDM & Builder areas of responsibility.
• Support division and department goals and objectives.
• Interact with senior management.
• HOA management experience is a plus but not required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, engineering, accounting, finance or a similar program, or comparable experience.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in land development.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a land development management role.
• Intermediate to advanced skills in computer literacy, including word‑processing, spreadsheet analysis, project scheduling and data management software.
• Ability to communicate effectively and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
• Self‑driven initiative and ability to achieve objectives with minimal supervision.
• Detail‑oriented problem‑solver capable of handling complex situations.
• Ability to manage and resolve conflict.
• Ability to build and motivate highly effective teams.
• Ability to solve problems while maintaining positive team relations.
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
• Valid auto insurance coverage.

Physical & Office/Site Presence Requirements

Must be able to operate a motor vehicle. Must be able to bend, stoop, reach, lift, walk, move and/or carry equipment in excess of 20 pounds. Must have finger dexterity to operate computer keyboard and calculator. Able to work in excess of eight hours per day in the field and office environment.

Life at Lennar

We offer a comprehensive array of benefits designed to enhance well‑being and professional growth. Health insurance plans (Medical, Dental, Vision), 401(k) retirement plan with $1 for $1 company match up to 5%, paid parental leave, associate assistance plan, education assistance program, up to $30,000 adoption assistance, three weeks vacation annually, holiday, sick leave, personal day policies, new‑hire referral bonus, home purchase discounts, and Everyone’s Included Day. For full details, visit Lennar total rewards website.

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Equal Opportunity Employment

Lennar is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws.

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