Job Title: Land Development Manager

Department:  Land

Position Type:  Full-time/Exempt

Reporting: VP of Land Development

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Land Development Manager:

Provides management assistance and coordination leadership on various land development projects. The Land Development Manager must be a self-starter, capable of handling multiple project matters in a simultaneous manner. The successful candidate will also represent the Company at various business and social functions and will interface with multiple project partners.

Essential Functions:

• ·        Coordinates overall general site maintenance.
• ·        Maintains development records and drawings such as architects plans, civil/survey plans, environmental reports etc.
• Supervise and coordinate with outside consultants including contractors, land planners, engineers, and landscape architects, in preparation of required construction plans and implementation of those plans.
• Provide due diligence support for new land acquisitions, including assistance with the preparation of development budgets and timelines.
• Assist with entitlement approvals when needed, such as approval of construction plans, zoning, and plats.
• Support the Sales and Construction teams as needed during the life of a community.
• Oversee all development budgeting and continually reviews all accounting.
• Oversee all development purchasing activities, including bidding, contracting, and invoice processing.
• Obtain all required development permits from local jurisdictions and assist with the issuance of building permits as needed.
• Oversee the timely construction of all development infrastructure.
• Gain timely acceptance of all development infrastructure in order to reduce posted surety and procure any reimbursements owed.
• Oversee the compliance with various permits as required during land development activities.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Competencies:

• ·        Minimum 3 years of progressive development experience on commercial, residential and land development projects.
• ·        Excellent computer skills, with emphasis on Word, Excel, Power Point, MS Project, Internet access, the use of a digital camera and familiarity with the sending of documents and photographs via the internet. 
• ·        Solid understanding of environmental remediation procedures and permit application process. 

• ·        Familiarity with the workings of municipal project approvals, knowledge of how to work with the individual departments within approval authorities to satisfy comments and secure project approvals.
• ·        College degree in related real estate field, engineering field, planning field, or construction management.
• ·        Strong financial and budgeting skills.
• ·        Excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills.
• ·        Professional attitude, appearance and demeanor.
• ·        Valid Driver’s License and auto insurance.

Supervisory Responsibility:
This position has no supervisory responsibility.

Work Environment:
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and photocopiers.

Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. This position requires the ability to occasionally lift office products and supplies, up to 20 pounds.

Travel:
Travel between sites is required and an auto allowance is provided.

Education:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Land/Urban Planning, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.

Pay Range: 90,000 and up with auto allowance

Benefits:

·        Medical, Dental, Vision, Spending Accounts, Life, Short & Long-Term Disability

·        Paid Time Off

·        Holidays

·        401k and match

Hartford Homes provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Hartford Homes complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.