Land Development Manager

Pacific Lifestyle Homes, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Referral bonus

Job summary

Pacific Lifestyle Homes, Inc. is seeking a strategic Land Development Manager to lead the planning and execution of site development for our future communities.

You will own the land development process from feasibility through infrastructure delivery, ensuring projects are thoughtfully designed and aligned with growth goals. As a key partner to consultants, jurisdictions, and internal teams, you will drive solutions, elevate development quality, and contribute to shaping the expanding community

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in residential land development, civil engineering project management, or related fields.
• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management, land use planning, business, or related field; or equivalent experience with an associate degree.
• Strong understanding of engineering plans, utility layouts, grading, and site design.
• Proven experience with project budgeting, cost control, construction estimating, and development scheduling.
• Knowledge of Stormwater/Grading permits, CSWGP and/or 1200C permits beneficial.
• Excellent organizational skills and a reliable approach to meeting deadlines.
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams and external partners.
• Proactive, results-driven mindset with strong problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage site feasibility studies, focusing on engineering constraints, utility availability, and development viability.
• Develop and manage project schedules and budgets, coordinating with consultants, engineers, jurisdictions, vendors, and internal teams.
• Oversee subdivision site development permits, including engineering plan reviews, stormwater requirements, grading, and utility coordination.
• Manage all residential subdivision land improvements, including mass grading, utility installation, roadway construction, and stormwater facilities—ensuring delivery on time and within budget.
• Collaborate with superintendents and trades during the homebuilding phase to resolve site-related engineering or development issues.
• Conduct technical preliminary property research and prepare findings to support the land acquisition process.
• Provide oversight for the establishment of Homeowner Associations, including the drafting of CC&Rs, bylaws, and shared maintenance agreements as needed.

Skills

Residential land development

Project budgeting

Engineering plans

Utility layouts

Site design

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering

Tools

Word

Adobe

Outlook

Excel

BlueBeam

Monday.com

Job description

Description

LIFE AT PACIFIC LIFESTYLE HOMES

Experience the difference of being part of the Pacific Lifestyle Homes family. As a two-time recipient of the prestigious Building Industry Association "Builder of the Year" award and the esteemed National Housing Quality Gold Award, we are more than just a homebuilder – we are dedicated to BUILDING BETTER LIVES. From our humble beginnings in 1996, we have grown to construct over 6,500 homes and 130 communities across SW Washington, the Portland Metro area, greater Puget Sound area, and the Boise Metro landscape. Join us and build your career with a company committed to excellence and community impact.

JOB MISSION

Pacific Lifestyle Homes is seeking a strategic Land Development Manager to lead the planning and execution of site development for our future communities. Reporting to the Land Acquisition and Development Manager, this role provides broad ownership of the land development process—from early feasibility through infrastructure delivery—ensuring each project is thoughtfully designed, efficiently executed, and aligned with our long-term growth goals. As a key partner to consultants, jurisdictions, and internal teams, you will drive solutions, elevate development quality, and play a pivotal role in shaping the success of Pacific Lifestyle Homes’ expanding community portfolio.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage site feasibility studies, focusing on engineering constraints, utility availability, and development viability.
• Develop and manage project schedules and budgets, coordinating with consultants, engineers, jurisdictions, vendors, and internal teams.
• Oversee subdivision site development permits, including engineering plan reviews, stormwater requirements, grading, and utility coordination.
• Manage all residential subdivision land improvements, including mass grading, utility installation, roadway construction, and stormwater facilities—ensuring delivery on time and within budget.
• Collaborate with superintendents and trades during the homebuilding phase to resolve site-related engineering or development issues.
• Conduct technical preliminary property research and prepare findings to support the land acquisition process.
• Provide oversight for the establishment of Homeowner Associations, including the drafting of CC&Rs, bylaws, and shared maintenance agreements as needed.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• 5+ years of experience in residential land development, civil engineering project management, or related fields.
• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management, land use planning, business, or a related field; or equivalent experience with an associate degree.
• Strong understanding of engineering plans, utility layouts, grading, and site design.
• Proven experience with project budgeting, cost control, construction estimating, and development scheduling.
• Knowledge of Stormwater/Grading permits, CSWGP and/or 1200C permits beneficial.
• Excellent organizational skills and a reliable approach to meeting deadlines.
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams and external partners.
• Proactive, results-driven mindset with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Proficient in Word, Adobe, Outlook, Excel, BlueBeam, and project management software such as Monday.com.

WHY WORK HERE

• Company supported medical, dental and vision benefits for employees and families
• Participation in our 401(k)-retirement savings plan with Company contributions
• New home discount
• 120 hours of paid time off for the first year
• Seven paid holidays
• Paid volunteer hours
• Employee Recognition Program
• Employee Referral Bonus - Up to $1,000
• Engaging company culture – Including our annual “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off”
• And much more!

OUR CULTURE / VALUES

At Pacific Lifestyle Homes, our vibrant culture defines who we are. We believe in the power of open communication, where every voice is valued and heard. With a strong emphasis on personal growth, we offer one-on-one coaching, regular reviews, and prioritize internal promotion whenever feasible. Our actions are guided by our core values of respect, accountability, candor, humility, integrity, and teamwork, shaping every decision we make and every interaction we have.

Build your career at Pacific Lifestyle Homes, where we are committed to the idea that a skilled team can build homes and communities that withstand the test of time. Picture yourself driving by our neighborhoods a decade from now, brimming with pride knowing you played a vital role in their creation. Do not miss the opportunity to make a lasting impact with us!

For additional information about Pacific Lifestyle Home’s Company Culture and how it can enrich your career, we invite you to view the video at the following link: https://youtu.be/Hud-5EsJ2fw

WORK ENVIRONMENT

We are an in-person culture with a general work schedule of 8:00am – 5:00pm.

Our dress code and appearance policy reflect our commitment to professionalism and our dedication to maintaining a premier standard as a homebuilder.

Prior managerial reference checks, background check and a pre-employment drug screen are required steps in our hiring process.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.