Director of Land Development

Lennar, Birmingham, AL, United States

We are Lennar. Lennar is one of the nation's leading homebuilders, dedicated to making an impact and creating an extraordinary experience for our 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.

VP of Land Development

Lennar is seeking a VP of Land Development. The VP of Land Development is responsible for overseeing the field operations and field personnel of the land development department. They will create opportunities that fit the company’s land development strategies and understanding of current market trends in land development and homebuilding. The role involves administering various contractor/consulting/municipal contracts which provide for, and relate to, approval and development of residential properties.

What We Offer

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.

Your Responsibilities On The Team

Lead, coach, mentor and manage individuals and teams to ensure top performance and efficient solutions that create overall organizational value.
Oversee projects from permit approvals through construction, final certification, and community turnover.
Ensure successful 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.
Timely and accurate design and installation of all land development improvements including grading operations, water and sewer services, dry utilities, paving and sidewalks, hardscapes, landscape, and entrance and amenity features.
Development/entitlement budgeting.
Manage NPDES and SWPPP on developments and third‑party lot purchases.
Manage field personnel within Land Development Department and provide leadership to Project Managers to coordinate projects between all departments.
Ensure contractual commitments are kept with contractors, consultants, and trade partners and they comply with all approved policies, procedures, ethical standards, applicable laws and regulations.
Establish relationships with developers, contractors, consultants, and approving governing authorities.
Lead the site‑improvement bidding, bid selection, and contract negotiations.
Conduct value engineering during the design process to reduce improvement costs without sacrificing quality.
Exercise initiative and achieve objectives with minimal supervision.
Assist with entitlement process.
Work with construction to ensure lots are delivered correctly to specifications and as expected by the development department.
Critically review engineering plans.
Oversee and coordinate planning, permitting, and construction processes, and effectively forecast long‑term schedules and budgets.
Plan, schedule, budget and contract for additional common elements such as entrance features, global landscape programs, maintenance contracts, and community‑wide utility plans.
Oversee material management planning and field operations.
Negotiate utility extension agreements.
Resolve issues with agencies having jurisdiction over project and region.
Generate and maintain cash flow.
Ensure clear communication of delivery projections.
Ensure efficient operations between LDM and Builder areas of responsibility.
Maintain bond requirements.
Support division and department goals and objectives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, engineering, accounting, finance or similar program.
Minimum 7 years of experience in land development.
Minimum 5 years of experience in a land development management role.
Ability to read, understand and evaluate civil engineering/development plans.
Ability to develop schedules, budgets, and deliver within requirements.
Intermediate to advanced computer literacy skills, including word‑processing, spreadsheet analysis, project scheduling and data management software.
HOA management experience a plus but not required.
Knowledge of land use approvals from local to state level.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Initiative and ability to achieve objectives with minimal supervision.
Attention to detail and problem‑solving ability for complex situations.
Conflict resolution skills.
Team building and motivation skills.
Positive team‑relations problem‑solving.
Valid driver’s license and good driving record.

Contacts

Daily interaction with various division personnel, outside agencies, business partners, consultants and government officials.

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.

Life at Lennar

At Lennar, we are committed to fostering a supportive and enriching environment for our associates, offering a comprehensive array of benefits designed to enhance their well‑being and professional growth. Our associates have access to robust health insurance plans, including medical, dental, and vision coverage; a 401(k) retirement plan with a $1 for $1 company match up to 5%; paid parental leave; an associate assistance plan; education assistance program; up to $30,000 in adoption assistance; up to three weeks of vacation annually; generous holiday, sick leave, and personal day policies; a new‑hire referral bonus program; significant home purchase discounts; and unique opportunities such as Everyone’s Included Day. Lennar associates will have access to these benefits as outlined by Lennar’s policies and applicable plan terms.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

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

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