Regional Land Development Project Manager

Pahlisch Homes, Inc.•Bend, OR

3d•$104,835 - $131,043•Onsite

About The Position

The Land Development Project Manager is responsible for managing assigned land development projects from engineering design through delivery and warranty closeout. This position exists to provide consistent oversight and coordination across all phases of land development — ensuring that projects are completed within scope, on schedule, and within budget. The role serves as the primary point of accountability for project estimating, contracting, financial management, and schedule execution, working cross-functionally with trade partners, external vendors, and internal stakeholders to advance projects and resolve issues as they arise.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering or equivalent field preferred
5+ years related experience in managing development for new communities preferred
Must be able to read and interpret construction documents, surveys and technical reports to maintain quality control and oversee all aspects of construction including underground utilities, paving, grading and drainage systems
Homebuilder experience a plus
Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills with the ability to take direction and design input from others
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and other organizational software
Proficient in project scheduling and scheduling software
Strong background in project planning

Nice To Haves

Homebuilder experience a plus

Responsibilities

Prepare and refine project budgets at every stage — from early feasibility estimates to detailed, fully-informed budgets for approved projects — ensuring cost clarity as projects progress
Procure contractor bids and prepare comparison analyses for land development projects
Review engineering plans for accuracy and cost implications
Order required third-party reports including Phase 1 environmental, geotechnical, and traffic studies as needed
Obtain and execute contracts with trade partners and vendors
Develop and maintain accurate project budgets within land development software
Review invoices against project budget for accuracy and confirmation of work completed
Provide management with risk analysis pertaining to project scope and budget
Participate in postmortem project analysis to support continuous improvement on future estimates
Maintain cash flow forecasts and provide regular financial reporting to internal stakeholders
Build and maintain project schedules, coordinating sequencing across trades and disciplines
Communicate schedule updates, milestone changes, and critical path impacts to all relevant parties
Monitor task completion and hold trade partners accountable to deadlines
Oversee construction site management for all assigned projects
Manage relationships with engineers, consultants, and site contractors throughout all project phases
Liaise with jurisdictional staff on permitting, inspections, and regulatory requirements throughout all project phases
Administer project-specific warranty and performance bonds from execution through closeout
Engage adjacent landowners on right-of-way acquisition, easement negotiation, and construction impacts related to assigned projects
Review and facilitate plats for accuracy and improvement
Coordinate geotechnical sign-off on all lots prior to plat recording
Coordinate lot details with the Production team including driveways, grading, and utilities
Manage landscape installation for land development projects, as assigned
Assist Production with homebuilding efforts as needed
Other projects as assigned