Job Description - Land Development Project Manager (2502191)
Company Overview
D.R. Horton, Inc., founded in 1978, is the largest homebuilder in the U.S. and publicly traded on the NYSE. The company specializes in constructing and selling high-quality homes primarily for entry-level and first-time move-up markets, and also provides mortgage and title services through its subsidiaries. Visit www.drhorton.com for more information.
Position Summary
We are seeking a Land Development Project Manager responsible for managing vendors and contractors to develop raw land for residential and amenities construction in new communities.
Key Responsibilities
- Review civil improvement plans, geotechnical evaluations, landscape plans, and project specifications to ensure readiness for construction.
- Oversee development and scheduling of infrastructure installation, including preparation of construction lots, landscaping, parks, and amenities.
- Coordinate with jurisdictional officials during civil construction, inspections, and approvals.
- Maintain accurate project schedules, identify delays, and report on critical path progress.
- Communicate milestones and project updates to internal teams and external stakeholders such as city officials, consultants, and contractors.
- Collaborate with civil engineers for plan clarifications and revisions.
- Work directly with subcontractors' offices and field teams.
- Manage bidding processes, develop scope of work, and review contracts.
- Prepare bid packages, calculate quantities, and assist in budgeting and cost control.
- Ensure land development contracts are understood and adhered to.
- Represent Land Development in resolving site issues, maintaining 'As-Built' and drainage plans, and coordinating landscaping and hardscaping improvements.
- Review and approve field purchase orders, monitor market prices, and manage budgets.
- Oversee BMPs related to SWPPP and dust control, ensuring regulatory compliance.
- Coordinate with other departments to align project timelines, design elements, and access considerations.
- Maintain professionalism and ethical standards in all business dealings.
- Willingness and ability to travel overnight as needed.
Supervisory Responsibilities
- Potential supervisory duties.
Qualifications
Education & Experience
- Associate degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school.
- Minimum of three years’ experience in civil construction, landscaping, irrigation, or hardscape installation and maintenance.
- Valid driver’s license and vehicle.
- Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
- Proficiency in MS Office and email communication.
- Physical ability to stand, walk, kneel, bend, climb, and lift up to 50 pounds throughout an 8-hour workday, including exposure to outdoor weather conditions and noisy environments.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university.
- Strong multi-tasking skills and attention to detail.
Benefits
- Medical, Vision, and Dental insurance.
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
- Flex Spending Accounts.
- Life Insurance.
- Paid Time Off including Vacation, Sick, Personal Days, and Holidays.
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