Land Development Manager

Description

• Lead and manage Wilmington, NC development projects, from concept to completion and other projects as Freehold expands in surrounding markets. Oversee projects from permit approvals through construction, including final bond release and community turnover
• Ensure all project sites are in compliance with regulatory agencies
• Coordinate and execute the completion of project punch lists
• Management of construction contracts
• Establish relationships with public officials and governmental agencies, obtain entitlements and permits
• Project planning, scheduling, budgeting, quantity takeoffs and cost analysis
• Prepare and review engineering reports, plans, and specifications
• 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
• Perform preliminary cut and fill analysis and quantity takeoffs
• Coordinate and provide oversight of engineers, architects, and other third-party consultants to ensure success
• May be required to attend meetings in construction trailer at development sites
• Assist in the timely reduction and/or termination of project infrastructure bonds and/or letters of credit
• Coordinate and provide oversight of general contractors, surveyors and material testing personnel for all site work, grading, infrastructure installation, and final lot grading
• Obtain project permits and final approvals from local jurisdictions. Resolve issues with agencies having jurisdiction over project and region
• HOA management including but not limited to quarterly meetings, budget analysis and improvements to the common open space
• Oversee and manage all aspects of the field operations related to land development including erosion control, grading, wet utilities, dry utilities, paving, sidewalks, landscaping, hardscaping, amenities, monitor field testing activity, post construction as-builts, certifications and compliance letters
• Update and maintain construction schedules using MS Project
• Coordinate the workflow and activities of project specific land development field operations (lot and amenity construction), including inspections
• Manage SWPPP activities and compliance
• Ensure all turnover checklist items are complete and lots are ready to be turned over to home builders
• Oversee projects from permit approvals through construction, recording plat, final certification and community turnover
• Travel as necessary to events, meetings, partner and builder businesses, local and state government offices or to attend corporate or other meetings
• Coordinate and schedule power, gas, telephone, cable companies land development activities. Negotiate utility extension agreements
• Assist in the creation of development budgets during the entitlement process and valueengineer specific aspects of the project design
• Prepare bid packages and solicit bids for infrastructure and amenity construction
• Review project drawings for omissions/errors, functionality, efficiency, cost, and ensure accuracy of as-built drawings

Requirements

• Requires the ability to operate a motor vehicle, read plans, climb stairs and ladders, bend, stoop, reach, lift, move and/or carry equipment which may be in excess of 50 pounds
• Experience in engineering, sitework construction, or homebuilder land development
• Must have strong Excel skills and proficiency in MS Project, Word and Outlook
• Demonstrated success in managing multiple tasks on time and meeting or exceeding quality standards, in fast-paced environments
• Regular, in-person attendance at communities, construction and job sites and other offices, including Freehold regional office, during regular work hours is an essential function of this job
• Experience navigating permitting process with municipalities, counties, and agencies
• Organized and detail oriented. Able to successfully multitask
• This position will initially work remotely, with travel to project sites and other work-related locations
• Ability to effectively draft presentations, articles, routine reports, proposals, and correspondence
• Excellent project management, communication (written and verbal), and leadership skills
• Valid driver license and automobile required for site visits and attending meetings at various locations
• Minimum of 2-3 years managing and completing land development projects for communities of 500-1400 units with amenities
• Bachelor’s degree preferably in civil engineering, building construction, construction management or equivalent experience
• Strong knowledge of site design, grading, drainage, stormwater, and utility design

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance