Land Development Project Mgr
D.R. Horton
Manage vendors and contractors to develop raw land for home and amenity construction.
25 days ago ago
$75,000 - $125,000
Intermediate (4-7 years), Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Greater Chicago Area
Field
Company Size
10,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Home Construction
Warranty Services
Mortgage Financing
Title Services
Insurance Services
Sector Specialisms
Residential
Homebuilding
Mortgage Financing
Title Services
Insurance Agency Services
Lot Development
Entry-level Homes
Luxury Homes
Role
What you would be doing
bid management
plan review
quantity takeoff
bmp oversight
scheduling
regulatory compliance
- Assist in managing the bid, review and award process
- Meet with jurisdictional officials during the installation and inspection of civil construction, infrastructure, home construction lots, landscaping, hardscaping, irrigation systems, signage, and parks and amenities
- Represent Land Development management in on-going site issues requiring interface with homebuilding superintendents as applies to infrastructure installation, maintaining “As-Built” plans, drainage plans, home building lot issues, landscaping and hardscaping improvements, and maintenance
- Review and understand all civil improvement plans, geotechnical evaluations, landscape plans and project specifications necessary to deliver finished lots to enable construction of a home
- Oversee all best management practices (BMP’s) related to SWPPP and dust control
- Oversee, review and approve field purchase orders
- Review and understand land development contracts awarded to subcontractors for development projects
- Interface with other departments to ensure constant communication regarding timing, design elements, access pertaining to project land development status, and other landscaping and common area hardscape improvements
- Assist Project Managers working with civil engineers as needed for plan clarification and revisions
- Calculate quantities from construction plans for budgeting and bidding
- Conducts all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company
- Assemble appropriate documents and plans for bid packages
- Track current market pricing for budget development and identify budget shortfalls
- Implement and oversee all aspects of the development and scheduling process for infrastructure installation, including the preparation of home construction lots, model home and project landscaping, parks and amenities construction
- Track and communicate key projected milestones to relevant internal departments and relevant external stakeholders (including city officials, engineering/utility consultants, utility companies, contractors, etc.)
- Ensure compliance with all local, state, and national codes, ordinances, and regulations as well as company policy
- Work directly with subcontractor’s office and field personnel
- Develop contract scope of works and pay-scales for bidding
- Ensures project schedule and critical path sequence is accurate and up to date, including Identifying and reporting delays
What you bring
driver’s license
associate degree
bachelor's degree
scheduling software
ms office
construction experience
- Must have a vehicle and valid driver’s license
- Associate degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school
- Bilingual a plus
- Proficiency with MS Office and email
- Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university preferred
- Ability to travel overnight
- Ability to multi-task and attention to detail
- Strong communication skills
- Three years of related experience with civil construction, landscaping, irrigation systems, and/or training hardscape installation and maintenance
- Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written oral form or via DRH applications
- Proficient in scheduling software
- Flex Spending Accounts
- Life & Disability Insurance
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company Holidays
- Multiple Voluntary and Company provided Benefits
- Medical, Dental and Vision
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Company
Overview
- A prominent homebuilder that has expanded to become one of the largest in the United States.
- Offers a wide range of housing options, including single-family, multi-family, and luxury residences.
- Operates nationwide, creating communities tailored to diverse customer preferences.
- Committed to providing affordable and high-quality housing solutions.
- Engages in both residential and commercial real estate development.
- Known for delivering projects on time and within budget.
- A leader in modern design and energy-efficient living solutions.
- Expanded significantly into the luxury housing market with notable projects.
- Demonstrates strong financial health and consistent growth in revenue.
- Accountability
- Diversity
- Quality
- Collaboration
- Passion
- Integrity
- Leadership
2023 Inclusion
Dow Jones Sustainability Index
Recognized for sustainability performance and added to the Dow Jones Sustainability North America Index in 2023.
Scope 1&2 Emissions
Fiscal 2022 Calculation Completed
Successfully calculated greenhouse gas emissions for Scope 1 and 2 for the fiscal year 2022.
- Began internal tracking of various ESG metrics in 2020
- Performed initial ESG risk assessment in 2021
- Commenced data collection for baseline Scope 1 & 2 greenhouse gas emissions in 2022
- Completed CDP climate questionnaire in 2023
- Board oversight of key ESG matters via Nominating and Governance Committee
- Commitment to perform Scope 3 readiness assessment and consider GHG reduction targets
- Energy-efficiency features included in homes from site selection through construction
2021
Human Capital Report Published
Published a comprehensive human capital document that includes quantitative demographics and EEO-1 data, demonstrating transparency in diversity metrics.
- Operates focus groups and specialized training on diversity & inclusion.
- Partners with AREAA, NAMMBA, NAREB and NAHREP to support women and minority mortgage bankers.
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