Land Project Manager - Residential Development

International Erosion Control Association; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonus

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional development

Collaborative environment

Job summary

International Erosion Control Association in Denver, CO seeks an experienced Land Project Manager to oversee residential land development from due diligence through entitlement, design, permitting, and construction. You will coordinate with consultants, engineers, planners, and contractors to deliver projects on time and within budget.

The ideal candidate will navigate municipal entitlement processes, manage schedules and budgets, and communicate effectively with internal teams and public

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in civil/real estate related field.
• 5+ years of experience in residential land development project management.
• Strong knowledge of land entitlement processes, zoning regulations, and municipal approvals.
• Experience managing multidisciplinary project teams and consultants.
• Excellent budgeting, scheduling, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; familiarity with project management software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage residential land development projects from due diligence through project completion.
• Lead entitlement efforts (zoning, annexation, subdivision plats, site plans, permitting).
• Coordinate with civil engineers, surveyors, architects, environmental consultants, and utilities.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and development timelines.
• Prepare and track development budgets, consultant contracts, and expenditures.
• Represent the company in meetings with municipalities, planning commissions, and agencies.
• Oversee engineering plans and construction document reviews.
• Monitor permitting to maintain project schedules.
• Identify risks and develop mitigation plans.
• Coordinate with acquisition, construction, and sales teams throughout development.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Scheduling

Communication

Negotiation

Team coordination

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Urban Planning, Real Estate, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Job description

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Land Project Manager to oversee residential land development projects from acquisition support through entitlement, design, permitting, and construction. This individual will be responsible for managing the development process, coordinating with consultants and public agencies, and ensuring projects are delivered on schedule and within budget.

The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and experienced in navigating municipal entitlement processes while collaborating with internal teams, engineers, planners, and contractors.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage residential land development projects from due diligence through project completion.


• Lead entitlement efforts, including zoning, annexation, subdivision plats, site plans, and permitting.


• Coordinate with civil engineers, surveyors, architects, environmental consultants, and utility providers.


• Manage project schedules, budgets, and development timelines.


• Prepare and track development budgets, consultant contracts, and project expenditures.


• Represent the company at meetings with municipalities, planning commissions, utility agencies, and neighborhood groups.


• Oversee the preparation and review of engineering plans and construction documents.


• Monitor permitting and agency approvals to maintain project schedules.


• Identify project risks and develop solutions to minimize delays and costs.


• Coordinate with acquisition, construction, and sales teams throughout the development process.


• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Urban Planning, Real Estate, or a related field preferred.


• 5+ years of experience managing residential land development projects.


• Strong knowledge of land entitlement processes, zoning regulations, subdivision development, and municipal approvals.


• Experience managing consultants and multidisciplinary project teams.


• Excellent project management, budgeting, and scheduling skills.


• Strong communication and negotiation abilities.


• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with project management software is preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with residential homebuilders or land developers.


• Familiarity with infrastructure development including roads, utilities, grading, and drainage.


• Understanding of development agreements, impact fees, and municipal development standards.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary


• Performance bonus opportunities


• Health, dental, and vision insurance


• Paid time off and holidays


• Professional development opportunities


• Collaborative, team-oriented work environment

Join Our Team

• If you enjoy leading residential development projects from concept through completion and have a passion for delivering high-quality communities, we'd love to hear from you.