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Director of Land Development

PAR - IND

Carmel, IN 46032

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130577070

Overview

Oversees the field operations and field personnel of the land development department. Creates opportunities that fit companys land development strategies and understanding of current market trends in land development and homebuilding. To administrate various contractor/consulting/municipal contracts which provide for, and relate to, the acquisition, approval and development of residential properties. Must have the ability to develop schedules, budgets and deliver within requirements. Knowledge of land use approvals from local to state level.

Responsibilities

Responsible for Bond maintenance.

Oversee projects from permit approvals through construction and final certification and community turnover.

Responsible for the successful delivery of new projects through use of construction schedules, contract documents, land development budgets, environmental studies, Geotechnical reports, Engineering and Architectural construction plans and permit compliance reports.

This position must ensure timely and accurate design and installation of all land development improvements including but not limited to grading operations, water and sewer services, dry utilities, paving and sidewalks, hardscapes and landscape and landscape improvements to include but be limited to entrance and amenity features.

Development/Entitlement Budgeting.

Responsible for NPDES and SWPPP management and compliance on developments and third party lot deals.

Assist management in negotiating terms and specifics of purchase and sale agreements.

Provides leadership to managers to ensure coordination of project(s) between field and administration

Evaluate and monitor performance of Land Development Managers

Manage field personnel within Land Development Department

Ensures that contractual and other commitments are kept with contractors/consultants and trade partners and that they comply with all approved policies, procedures, ethical standards, applicable laws and regulations

Establish relationships with developers, contractors, consultants and approving governing authorities

Responsible for site improvement bidding and bid selection leading to site improvement contract negotiations

Responsible for value engineering during the design process to reduce improvement costs without sacrificing quality

Exercise initiative and achieve objectives with minimal supervision

Manage entitlement process

Work with construction to ensure lots are delivered correctly to specifications. Lots delivered to construction should be as they are the client of the development department.

Critically review engineering plans

Oversee and coordinate planning, permit and construction process and effectively forecast long-term schedules and budgets

Oversee projects from permit approvals through construction, final bond release and community turnover. Responsible for use of construction schedules, contract documents, land development budgets, environmental studies, Geotechnical reports, Engineering and Architectural construction plans and permit compliance reports.

Plan, schedule, budget and contract for above plus common elements such as entrance features, global landscape programs, maintenance contracts and community wide utility plans.

Overall material management planning and effective field operations

Negotiate utility extension agreements

Resolve issues with agencies having jurisdiction over project and region

Cash flow generation and maintenance

Ensure clear line of communication on projections of deliveries

Ensure efficient and seamless operations between LDM & Builder areas of responsibility

Support division and department goals and objectives

Interact with Sr. Management

HOA management experience a plus but not required

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Qualifications

Bachelor degree in engineering, construction management, business administration or comparable experience required Minimum 7 years of experience in Land development
Minimum 5 years of experience in Land development management role
Intermediate to advanced skills in computer literacy, including word-processing, spreadsheet analysis, project scheduling and data management software
Ability to communicate effectively and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
Must exercise initiative and achieve objectives with minimal supervision.
Must be detail-oriented and a problem-solver able to deal with complex situations.
Ability to handle and resolve conflict
Ability to build and motivate highly effective teams
Ability to effectively solve problems while maintaining positive team relations
Valid Drivers License and good driving record.
Valid auto insurance coverage required.

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Posted: 2021-02-17 Expires: 2021-03-21