Land Development Manager

Lennar•Hillsborough Township, NJ

18h•$118,440 - $157,920•Onsite

About The Position

Lennar is seeking a Land Development Manager to manage the Division’s land development program in Northern New Jersey. The role directs activities including roadway construction, water and sewer installation, earthwork, landscaping, irrigation, vertical construction, and public utility coordination. The manager oversees projects from permit approvals through construction, plat recording, final certification, and community turnover, working with internal teams and jurisdictional entities to deliver completed, ready-to-build home sites on schedule and within budget. The position also manages land development field operations, development budgets, bonds and guarantees, SWPPP compliance, and HOA matters. Regular in-person attendance at company communities, job sites, and offices is an essential function. The role may require working more than eight hours per day in a construction trailer and occasional operation of construction equipment. The stated annual base compensation range is $118,440.23–$157,920. The position may be eligible for bonuses and commissions. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage; a 401(k) plan with company match; paid parental leave; an Associate Assistance Plan; education assistance; adoption assistance; vacation, holidays, sick leave, and personal days; a new-hire referral bonus program; and home purchase discounts.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least five years of experience in land development is highly preferred.
Computer literacy, including word processing, spreadsheet analysis, project scheduling, and data management software.
Detail-oriented and able to solve problems and handle complex situations.
Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
Valid auto insurance coverage.
Ability to attend in person regularly at company communities, job sites, and offices during regular work hours.
Ability to work more than eight hours per day in the confined quarters of a construction trailer; operate a motor vehicle; read plans; climb stairs and ladders; bend, stoop, reach, lift, move, and/or carry equipment weighing more than 50 pounds; and operate construction equipment occasionally.
Finger dexterity may be required to operate a computer keyboard and calculator.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a similar program.

Responsibilities

Deliver new projects successfully and on time using construction schedules, contract documents, land development budgets, environmental studies, geotechnical reports, engineering and architectural plans, and permit compliance reports.
Work with Area Construction Managers and the Director of Construction to deliver completed, ready-to-build home sites.
Assist with development budgets during entitlement and value-engineer aspects of project design.
Build working relationships with jurisdictional entities while maintaining land-use and development rights.
Oversee projects from permit approvals through construction, plat recording, final certification, and community turnover.
Manage field operations for land development, including erosion control, grading, wet and dry utilities, paving, sidewalks, landscaping, hardscaping, amenities, post-construction as-builts, certifications, and compliance letters.
Manage HOA matters, including quarterly meetings, budget analysis, and improvements to common open space.
Maintain bonds and retrieve all types of guarantees used by the division.
Coordinate with other departments to deliver amenity and recreation centers and common-entry landscaping, and ensure the proper marketing window.
Manage SWPPP compliance.
Review project development budgets regularly with the Director of Development for reconciliation.
Perform additional duties as assigned by the Director of Land Development.