Land Development Lead: Budgets, Permits & Coordination

Metric Geo; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Metric Geo in New York seeks a seasoned Land Development Project Manager to lead complex projects from planning through completion. You will manage budgets, schedules, site evaluations, permitting, and coordination with contractors and consultants while ensuring quality and regulatory compliance.

Ideal candidate has 5–7 years in land development, a relevant degree, strong leadership, and excellent communication. This role offers growth and a collaborative environment in a dynamic market.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of experience in land development and entitlements within the homebuilding industry.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Business, Accounting, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Proven experience managing land development projects, including site evaluation, due diligence, entitlements, permitting, and construction oversight.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities with the ability to address complex development challenges.
• Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency with standard computer and project management tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage project budgets from initial feasibility through completion.
• Create, maintain, and manage development schedules to ensure milestones and activities stay on track.
• Coordinate with internal teams, consultants, contractors, and other professionals to ensure quality work within established budgets.
• Evaluate site conditions such as soils, environmental factors, wetlands, habitat, and other constraints that may impact development.
• Oversee land development projects from planning through completion, coordinating contractors, consultants, and internal stakeholders.
• Work closely with planning and site development teams to provide input and coordinate product and community design.
• Manage project documentation and oversee the permitting process through project completion.
• Review and approve payment applications to ensure work completed aligns with contracts and project progress.
• Work with municipalities, government agencies, and other regulatory entities as needed throughout the development process.
• Coordinate the scheduling and installation of utilities in accordance with approved engineering plans.
• Review proposed scope and budget changes and ensure project changes are properly evaluated and approved.
• Develop and manage scopes of work for civil engineering and land development activities.
• Solicit bids and select qualified consultants and contractors based on project requirements and business needs.
• Review plans, engineering documents, and other project materials to ensure accuracy and quality.
• Support the land acquisition team with due diligence activities related to potential land purchases.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Site evaluation

Due diligence

PM tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Job description

Metric Geo in New York seeks a seasoned Land Development Project Manager to lead complex projects from planning through completion. You will manage budgets, schedules, site evaluations, permitting, and coordination with contractors and consultants while ensuring quality and regulatory compliance.

Ideal candidate has 5–7 years in land development, a relevant degree, strong leadership, and excellent communication. This role offers growth and a collaborative environment in a dynamic market.