Director of Land Development

Mattamy Homes•Phoenix, AZ

3d•Onsite

About The Position

A career with Mattamy Homes offers the opportunity to join an internationally recognized, privately owned homebuilder known for its ambitious, talented, and hardworking team members. The company focuses on creating homes and communities designed for modern living, with a future secured through strategic investments in land and communities. Mattamy Homes is committed to redefining building practices with smarter technology and a deep commitment to sustainability. Employees gain valuable experience through challenging projects and enjoy great benefits and an award-winning culture. Mattamy Homes is the largest privately owned homebuilder in North America, with over 40 years of history across the United States and Canada, helping more than 8,000 families achieve home ownership annually. The company operates in 11 U.S. markets and is recognized as a 'Best Place to Work' in multiple locations. Mattamy's mission is to provide the best homeowner experience, guided by core values of Teamwork, Commitment, Community, and Sustainability. The company is passionate about creating and promoting a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can do their best work.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required in Accounting, Finance, Real Estate, Civil Engineering or related field
10 years of relevant experience in residential land development
Hardworking, detail-oriented and analytical professional with a strategic mindset
Proven strength in analysis and creative problem solving, communication, interpersonal relationships, self-motivation, and leadership
Willingness to learn and grow professionally
Extensive knowledge of Excel; strong skills with PowerPoint, & Outlook.
Willingness to travel to construction sites and consultant offices - a valid driver’s license is required

Nice To Haves

AutoCAD would be a plus

Responsibilities

Perform financial analysis and assist with the preparation and submittal of Land Proformas
Assist with the management of land development projects from acquisition to final assumption, with liaison between Sales, Marketing, Building/Architecture, Government Authorities, Consulting team and contractors
Project scheduling, budgeting, cash flows and other financial reporting
Support management with municipal approvals: draft plans, zoning, site plans, subdivision registration etc.
Obtain development approvals by working with multi-disciplined consultant teams and government authorities
Support the Project Managers with the engineering process including civil, landscaping, and utility drawing approval process
Maintain appropriate records of approvals, engineering plans, permits etc. for each project
Stay current on industry and municipal standards
Build and maintain positive relationships within the organization and with Contractors, Municipalities, Agencies, and our Builders
Achieve timely planning and engineering approvals for civil, landscaping, utilities, etc. to ensure that all approvals are obtained in a timely manner and according to the project’s schedule
Produce financial evaluations of all plan alternatives
Oversee project visioning process, pursue alternative design standards and process subdivision, utility, and development agreements
Initiate, manage and execute land development and planning approval schedules
Produce land development budgets
Continually maintain awareness of and challenge engineering and planning standards
Manage team of consultants for the timely completion of all deliverables
Oversee and review engineering and landscape design to meet schedules and achieve most timely/cost effective and customer friendly construction techniques & designs
Review overall earthwork strategies to minimize costs and avoid import/export of material
Actively participate in acquisitions and due diligence
Ensure Marketing, Construction and head office have all information required for scheduling, sales and construction
Procure construction, engineering, landscaping and other consultant services
Oversee preparation of contract documents and strategies
Review and analyze contract documents prior to award and negotiate prices and terms of contract (in consultation with the Vice President)
Obtain construction and environmental permits
Obtain financial assurances (as applicable)
Assist the Construction and Marketing teams with land development related issues
Support to Construction team with review of house plot plans
Mentor, train and support direct report(s) and intern(s)
Perform other related duties as assigned
Make regular site visits and attend construction meetings (as needed)
Coordinate with the Land Construction Manager for the management of all land development activities
Manage land development budgets and schedules
Manage cost to complete reports
Produce cash flow forecasting
Oversee dust control and SWPPP compliance during land development
Obtain release of financial assurances after assumption has been achieved