Residential Development Manager

Caldwell Companies•Cypress, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Caldwell Companies is seeking a detail-oriented and driven Residential Development Manager to join our team. In this role, you will provide project coordination and management for our large-scale master-planned communities, ensuring each project is executed with precision, efficiency, and excellence.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher, preferably in a development-related field.
Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience, preferably in residential or master-planned community development.
Strong experience with MUDs is highly preferred.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Solid understanding of finance, budgeting, and accounting principles.
Proven ability to delegate effectively and ensure accountability.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Highly organized with exceptional time management skills and attention to detail.
Self-starter who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced, and dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

Manage residential development projects from due diligence through horizontal construction, lot delivery, and closeout for assigned master-planned communities.
Coordinate and oversee consultants and contractors, including civil, geotechnical, and structural engineers, land planners, architects, and utility providers.
Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and forecasts; track performance, analyze variances, and report on key milestones and risks.
Maintain and update development proformas in collaboration with the financial analyst and leadership team.
Lead bidding, contract negotiation, and contract administration, including change orders and cost controls.