Land Development Manager

lennar; Roseville (CA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Lennar in California seeks a Land Development Manager to lead timely delivery of new home sites through disciplined budgeting, permitting, and coordination with architects, engineers, and authorities.

You will oversee field operations on land development, manage HOA activities, and partner across departments to ensure amenities, landscaping, and marketing windows while maintaining compliance and schedules.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or similar program preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in land development.
• Computer literacy, including word-processing, spreadsheet analysis, project scheduling and data management software.
• Must be detail-oriented and a problem-solver able to deal with complex situations.
• Travel required - work is in the South Bay (and further south).
• Valid Driver's License and good driving record.
• Valid auto insurance coverage required.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Work closely with the Area Construction Managers and Director of Construction to deliver completed, ready-to-build home sites.
• Assist in the creation of development budgets during the entitlement process and value-engineer specific aspects of the project design.
• Develop position working relationship with jurisdictional entities all while maintaining land use and development rights.
• Oversee projects from permit approvals through construction, recording plat, final certification and community turnover.
• Oversee and manage all aspects of the field operations related to land development including erosion control, grading, wet utilities, dry utilizes, paving, sidewalks, landscaping, hardscaping, amenities, post construction as builts, certifications and compliance letters.
• HOA management including but not limited to quarterly meetings, budget analysis and improvements to the common open space.
• Responsible for bond maintenance and retrieval of all types of guaranty in use by the division.
• Work with all departments as needed to deliver amenity/recreation centers, common entry landscaping and ensure proper marketing window.
• Responsible for SWPPP management and compliance.
• Regular review of project development budgets with Director of Development for reconciliation.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Director of Land Development.

Skills

Project scheduling

Data management

Detail-oriented

Problem-solving

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management/engineering

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Land Development Manager

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

A Career that Empowers You to Build Your Future

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

• 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.
• Work closely with the Area Construction Managers and Director of Construction to deliver completed, ready-to-build home sites.
• Assist in the creation of development budgets during the entitlement process and value-engineer specific aspects of the project design.
• Develop position working relationship with jurisdictional entities all while maintaining land use and development rights.
• Oversee projects from permit approvals through construction, recording plat, final certification and community turnover.
• Oversee and manage all aspects of the field operations related to land development including erosion control, grading, wet utilities, dry utilizes, paving, sidewalks, landscaping, hardscaping, amenities, post construction as builts, certifications and compliance letters.
• HOA management including but not limited to quarterly meetings, budget analysis and improvements to the common open space.
• Responsible for bond maintenance and retrieval of all types of guaranty in use by the division.
• Work with all departments as needed to deliver amenity/recreation centers, common entry landscaping and ensure proper marketing window.
• Responsible for SWPPP management and compliance.
• Regular review of project development budgets with Director of Development for reconciliation.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Director of Land Development.

Your Toolbox

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or similar program preferred
• Minimum 5 years of experience in land development
• Computer literacy, including word-processing, spreadsheet analysis, project scheduling and data management software
• Must be detail-oriented and a problem-solver able to deal with complex situations
• Travel required - work is in the South Bay (and further south)
• Valid Driver's License and good driving record
• Valid auto insurance coverage required

Physical & Office/Site Presence Requirements:

Regular, in-person attendance at Company communities/job sites and offices during regular work hours is an essential function of this job. Requires the ability to work in excess of eight hours per day in the confined quarters of a construction trailer, 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. Job may require occasional operation of construction equipment. Finger dexterity may be required to operate a computer keyboard and calculator.

This information is intended to be a general overview and may be modified by the company due to factors affecting the business.

This information is intended to be a general overview and may be modified by the company due to factors affecting the business.

General Overview of Compensation & Benefits:

• We reasonably expect the base compensation offered for this position to range from an annual salary of $68,640.00 - $124,558, subject to adjustment based on business-related factors such as employee qualifications, geographic pay differentials (e.g., cost of labor/living, etc.), and operational considerations.
• This position may be eligible for bonuses.
• This position may be eligible for commissions.
• This position will be eligible for the described benefits listed in the above section in accordance with Company Policy.

This information is intended to be a general overview and may be modified by the company due to factors affecting the business.

This information is intended to be a general overview and may be modified by the company due to factors affecting the business.

Life at Lennar

At Lennar, we are committed to fostering a supportive and enriching environment for our Associates, offering a comprehensive ar